Recreation Development Assistant

Immediate W2 contract position available in Birmingham, AL .
Estimated Duration: 1 Year

Job Description / Desired Qualifications:

The Facilities Specialist is a pivotal role responsible for assisting with managing and optimizing the physical environment of an organization.
This position involves coordinating a range of tasks related to facilities, maintenance, safety, and vendor relationships to ensure a safe, efficient, and well-maintained site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Daily travel to the company’s Public Recreation Sites

Maintenance:

• Day-to-day maintenance and repairs of the buildings/equipment/grounds/piers/boat ramps & roads.
• Assist coordinating with external service providers for maintenance and repairs.
• Vendor Management:
• Build and maintain relationships with vendors and service providers, including contractors, and security personnel. Assist with obtaining quotes, negotiating contracts, and ensuring services are delivered as agreed.
• Safety and Security:
• Assist with Implementing and enforcing safety and security protocols for the Public Recreation Facility & Shoreline Surveillance Assist with conducting safety inspections and assessments.
• Environmental Sustainability:
• Promote and implement sustainable practices within the site, such as waste reduction and energy conservation.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain records and documentation related to facilities, repairs, and maintenance activities.

Under the guidance of the Shoreline Recreation Team Leader, the Recreation Development Assistant is responsible for strategically and efficiently developing and maintaining the company’s public recreation program, which includes 74 sites.
The incumbent will be responsible for providing support to the Shoreline Recreation Team Leader responsible for the oversight and provision of cost-effective operation and regular maintenance of the company’s Public Recreation Facilities located on company reservoirs and adjoining grounds consistent with the company’s FERC Hydro License requirements.
This position helps ensure that the company’s Public Recreation Facilities are maintained in manner that is compliant with company hydro licenses, policies and guidelines.
The Recreation Development Assistant is responsible for providing support in the management and general maintenance and upkeep of shoreline property, shoreline structures, boat ramps, roads and buildings located at the company’s Public Recreation Facilities on its 11 reservoirs.

Major Job Responsibilities Include:

• Buildings/grounds/piers/boat ramps maintenance and repairs & road maintenance
• Travel
• Public Recreation Facility & Shoreline Surveillance
• Equipment maintenance
• Records Management

Candidates with the following preferred qualifications are encouraged to apply:

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Experience:

• Experience and working knowledge of land and building management and maintenance
• Experience with hand and power tools, general maintenance/repairs and construction, oversight of construction projects, landscape maintenance
• Experience with site development projects that include earth work, carpentry, and masonry.
• Experience of safely and efficiently operating heavy equipment
• Experience with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance projects

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of the company’s reservoir system and its existing 74 public recreation sites.
• Good time management skills
• Possess Class A Commercial Driver’s license or acquire Class A Commercial Driver’s license within 1 year of accepting position.
• Self-starter – extensive travel throughout the company’s reservoir system throughout the state is required and this position often will be required to work alone and with minimal supervision
• Comfortable working in public settings including interacting with the public at recreation sites
• Ability to prioritize tasks and follow specified procedures
• Familiar with the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Ability to apply understanding to carry out detailed oral or written instructions
• Ability to complete scheduled checklist on maintenance procedures and inspections
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Carpentry and concrete experience are preferable
• Ability to quickly respond to emergency maintenance request including on weekends as required

If you already have a resume on file with The E Group and would like to be considered for this position, simply email your note of interest to The E Group at [email protected].

Why Choose The E Group? We are an award winning firm recognized for having an outstanding reputation with our clients and employees. All contractors are eligible for full group health and dental benefits, 401K with matching, and various insurances. Generous living expenses are given to help those who relocate or have duplicate housing. Unique Perks available to those assigned in Birmingham, Alabama: Fully Furnished Townhomes available on a first come, first served basis; complimentary on-site banking available to all.

For immediate consideration simply attach your resume to this posting or email your resume to [email protected]. All applicants will receive feedback once position closes.