The Farmstead Maintenance Technician is responsible for the care and upkeep of our Farmstead areas, including the structures and spaces that go along with them.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies
- Assists Blackberry Maintenance and Grounds teams with maintenance and repairs of farm areas
- Repairs and maintains fences and other Farmstead structures
- Ensures tidiness of Farmstead buildings is up to standard
- Helps to ensure and maintain the guest-facing look of our farmstead areas by maintaining neat and orderly spaces before, during, and after farm work.
- Operates a motor vehicle to transport materials and equipment, as appropriate to the position
- Alerts Farmstead Manager when extra supplies are needed to complete tasks
- Under guidance of Farmstead Manager, oversees the maintenance of garden equipment such as tractors and implements
- Repairs water systems on the farmstead, such as spigots and garden irrigation pipes
- Keeps the lawn area in and around the Garden mowed
- Under guidance of Farmstead Manager, bush hogs and reseeds pastures
- Under guidance of Farmstead Manager, performs minor repairs/maintenance to the milking parlor equipment
- Interacts with guests with a friendly and positive attitude
- Assists in day-to-day labor operations as needed, including but not limited to watering, weeding, harvesting, staking, composting, transplanting, feeding, cleaning, and milking
Must comply with all company policies and procedures.
Regular and consistent attendance is required to perform the essential functions of this position.
Must be able to work well with other Team Members, Managers, and interact with our guests.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience in maintenance, grounds, and/or agricultural work
- Must be willing to operate farm equipment, such as a tractor
LANGUAGE SKILLS
- Must be able to communicate effectively with guests, managers, and team members
MATHEMATICAL ABILITY
- Basic knowledge and understanding of math
REASONING ABILITY
- Must be able to exercise judgment and make decisions based on job knowledge and awareness of company goals
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Must be able to stand for the majority of shift
- Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Must be able to operate a golf cart or company vehicle safely
- This is a physically challenging position
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- 4,200 acres of Blackberry Farm property
- Farmstead
About Blackberry
Blackberry Farm is a Relais & Châteaux property that has provided world renowned hospitality to family, friends and guests for almost 50 years. Our attention to every detail, impeccable service, unique activity offerings and outstanding cuisine have helped Blackberry Farm earn its pedigree as one of the most celebrated small luxury resorts in the world.
A career at Blackberry means being surrounded by a welcoming and supportive team who strive each day toward common goals: legendary hospitality, memorable experiences and generational sustainability.
From ensuring our guests have a memorable stay to providing renowned cuisine, Blackberry provides career-defining opportunities, a comprehensive benefits program, and the tools to explore and grow your career. Some of our benefits include travel perks and property benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off with additional paid holidays, health insurance and flexible spending accounts, 401k match with profit share and training and education.
Blackberry Farm is an Equal Opportunity Employer.