AmeriCorps Maintenance Specialist - Onsite Housing

Conservation Legacy; San Acacia (NM); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Segal AmeriCorps Education Award

Living Allowance: $640 per week

Free housing onsite

Healthcare Coverage

Public Lands Corps Hiring Authority

Job summary

Conservation Legacy is seeking a Maintenance Specialist for an AmeriCorps Individual Placement at Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge. You will work under the lead maintenance professional to support facilities and equipment used in refuge operations.

The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance, safety, and teamwork, with opportunities to learn about multiple facets of refuge management and conservation projects.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident.
• High school diploma or equivalent or working toward it.
• Ability to pass National Service Criminal History Check.

Responsibilities

• Maintain water system: locate breaks, repair pipes, restore water supply, test quality.
• Build endangered tortoise enclosure: design, material procurement, trench foundation, assemble components.
• Perform routine vehicle maintenance: change oil, check fluids, replace filters, manage parts.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Maintenance mindset

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Plumbing

Electrical

Heavy equipment operation

Vehicle maintenance

Welding

Carpentry

Job description

Conservation Legacy is seeking a Maintenance Specialist for an AmeriCorps Individual Placement at Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge. You will work under the lead maintenance professional to support facilities and equipment used in refuge operations.

The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance, safety, and teamwork, with opportunities to learn about multiple facets of refuge management and conservation projects.