Farm Facilities Technician: Carpentry & Grounds Maintenance

Cornell Cooperative Extension; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornell Cooperative Extension is seeking an Association Farm Worker II to perform skilled maintenance, repair, grounds work, and facilities operations at the Suffolk County Farm & Education Center. The role covers barns, animal housing, fencing, roads, and classrooms, with emphasis on preventative maintenance, event support, and coordination with contractors.

The position requires a high school diploma and two years of related experience, with travel and background check requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Education.
• Two years of experience in facilities maintenance, carpentry, construction, farm operations, building trades, or related field.
• Ability to meet travel requirements.
• Ability to meet acceptable background check standards.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and/or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate assigned maintenance projects.
• Provide task direction to volunteers, interns, contractors, vendors, and seasonal staff.
• Assist with inventory, purchasing recommendations, and materials management.
• Support knowledge transfer and succession planning related to farm facilities.
• Provide recommendations regarding repairs, preventative maintenance, safety concerns, and infrastructure improvements.
• Identify maintenance priorities and facility improvement needs.
• Perform carpentry, repairs, maintenance, and construction support.
• Maintain barns, animal housing, fencing, gates, roads, grounds, offices, classrooms, and public-use facilities.
• Operate maintenance equipment, tractors, utility vehicles, and tools.
• Complete preventative maintenance and inspections.
• Support event setup and operational needs.
• Coordinate with county personnel and service providers.
• Respond to facility emergencies and seasonal operational requirements.
• In cooperation with Supervisor and/or Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan.

Skills

Facilities maintenance experience

Travel flexibility

Background check readiness

Flexible hours

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Education

Job description

Cornell Cooperative Extension is seeking an Association Farm Worker II to perform skilled maintenance, repair, grounds work, and facilities operations at the Suffolk County Farm & Education Center. The role covers barns, animal housing, fencing, roads, and classrooms, with emphasis on preventative maintenance, event support, and coordination with contractors.

The position requires a high school diploma and two years of related experience, with travel and background check requirements.