The purpose of the facilities team is to help create and maintain habitats for our wild bird patients and to keep our facilities and grounds maintained and running smoothly for operations. The facilities team works with the support and guidance of our facilities committee, Maintenance Supervisor, and Clinic Director.
This Opportunity Is Available to People Who:
Are at least 18 years of age
Have skills or experience in plumbing, carpentry, general construction, landscaping and other areas, with the knowledge to complete tasks with minimal supervision
Have a strong interest in completing tasks associated with maintenance, landscape, and gardening
Enjoy being outside
Enjoy being part of a team, but can work independently with minimal supervision
Examples of Tasks Performed by the Facilities Team:
Repairing enclosures and changing out sand in habitats
Painting, spackling, and repairing surfaces
Mowing, removing invasive plants, and general landscaping
General building maintenance and upgrades
Note: The Facilities Team are often performing tasks in close proximity to our wild patients; therefore, proper protocols, safety guidelines, and clinic etiquette must be followed at all times.
Time Contribution:
Volunteers are expected to commit to a minimum of 6 months of service
Volunteers are expected to donate at least 4 to 10 hours of service per month, based upon on-going project needs.
All volunteers must complete a New Volunteer Orientation
Volunteers must sign a release form, volunteer agreement, and provide emergency contact information.
Volunteer Benefits:
Opportunity to meet and interact with people with similar interests; make new friends and contacts
Opportunity to utilize skills and abilities in a meaningful way to help native wild birds in our care
To Apply: for an application, please email volunteer@tristatebird.org.
