Facilities & Maintenance Technician

The Orvis Company is expanding its team of Facilities & Fly-Rod Manufacturing associates, and encourages you to consider working at the Rod Shop in Manchester where you will craft world-renowned fly-fishing rods. The position reports directly to the Facilities Manager and will interact daily with other Rod Shop associates including the Management Team.

Responsibilities

Be an ambassador of the Brand and embody the Orvis culture and its core values; Complete facilities tasks including housekeeping duties for offices and common areas; Cleaning and restocking restrooms; Mail and material pick ups; Replace HVAC filters, empty dust bins, monthly mail truck inspections, and perform other basic preventative maintenance tasks; Other facilities, housekeeping and support duties as assigned; Provide support in the rod building process, including operating state-of-the-art rod manufacturing equipment, cutting, cleaning, and painting rod sections, assembling and installing reel seats and cork handles, affixing guides to rod blanks, and inspecting work and ensuring quality control; Work to specification and meet daily production goals; Complete additional assignments from Rod Shop management

Requirements

Valid driver's license; Pass a background check; Have a clean driving record; High school diploma; Excellent attendance and strong work ethic; Proactive, adaptable, collaborative and solution-oriented personality; Ability to take verbal direction and execute with exactness; Ability to work independently, manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks; Physical ability to lift and move up to 30lbs; Physical ability to bend and move with agility; Physical ability to stand for extended periods of time; Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity

Nice to have

Experience in janitorial, custodial, facilities, or general maintenance work; Experience in light manufacturing and/or the use of hand tools; Experience in craftsmanship; Appreciation for the outdoors

Benefits

$1000.00 sign-on bonus ($500.00 payable after 90 days, remainder after 180 days of employment); 7am-3:30pm M-F shift; Paid holidays; Three weeks paid time off; Medical, vision and dental coverage; Employer-matched 401k savings plan; Merchandise discounts at Orvis and other outdoor retailers; Quarterly incentive bonuses; Annual pay increases; Career Pathway with opportunities for skill growth and financial advancement