Description
Construction Technician
How Your Role Will Make a Difference
At Marshall Farms, we're looking for individuals who want more than just a job. We're looking for people who take pride in their work, care about making an impact, and want to be part of a team dedicated to helping improve the lives of people and pets.
As a Construction Technician, you will play an important role in supporting our mission while contributing to the success of our team and organization. Through your craftsmanship and technical skills, you'll help create and maintain the facilities that support our employees, our animals, and the important work we do every day.
Join Our Mission
If you're looking for meaningful work where you can contribute to improving the lives of people and pets while growing your skills in a supportive team environment, we encourage you to apply.
When you join Marshall Farms, you become part of a team committed to excellence, innovation, animal welfare, and continuous improvement. We invest in our employees through training, development opportunities, collaboration, and a workplace culture built on respect and accountability.
What You'll Do
In this role, you will:
- Perform maintenance and repairs to existing buildings and facility infrastructure.
- Assist with new building construction and renovation projects.
- Complete a variety of general and finish carpentry projects.
- Perform masonry installation, repair, and maintenance as needed.
- Install and maintain automated feed and facility support systems.
- Inspect buildings and equipment, identify maintenance needs, and recommend preventative improvements.
- Work closely with the Construction Supervisor to plan projects, prioritize work, and efficiently use materials and resources.
- Ensure all work meets quality standards and applicable building and safety requirements.
- Operate, maintain, and care for tools, equipment, and vehicles safely and responsibly.
- Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and work records.
- Identify opportunities to improve workplace safety, efficiency, and facility performance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
What You Bring
Required Experience
- Two or more years of education, training, or hands-on experience demonstrating proficiency in general carpentry or construction trades.
- Valid New York State Driver's License.
- Basic computer skills for email, work order systems, and standard office software.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience performing building maintenance, facility repairs, and construction projects.
- Experience operating construction equipment, vehicles, and powered tools safely.
What Makes You Successful
We're looking for someone who:
- Takes pride in delivering high-quality workmanship.
- Works safely and demonstrates sound judgment in every task.
- Can work independently while collaborating effectively with teammates.
- Has strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Pays close attention to detail and manages priorities effectively.
- Is adaptable and willing to learn new skills and construction techniques.
- Communicates professionally with coworkers and leadership.
- Demonstrates accountability, dependability, and a strong work ethic.
- Is committed to continuous improvement and helping create a positive work environment.
Work Environment
This position may require:
- Working indoors and outdoors in a variety of facility and construction settings.
- Working in changing weather conditions and varying temperatures.
- Performing physically active work including lifting, climbing, bending, kneeling, and working at heights or in confined spaces.
- Operating construction equipment, vehicles, and powered tools safely.
- Wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hearing protection and respiratory protection when necessary (requires employee to be clean shaven).
- Participating in required safety training and following all workplace safety procedures.
- Supporting emergency facility needs and seasonal operations as part of a collaborative team.
Schedule & Compensation
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
- Weekend/On-Call Requirements: Participation in a rotating weekend and on-call schedule is required, including emergency response and seasonal snow removal as needed.
- Pay Grade: F4
- Pay Range: $20.69 - $31.05 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.
About Marshall Farms Group, Ltd.
We support leading research organizations around the world through the animals and services we provide, and we are also a leading provider of pet ferrets. While we have grown into a global organization, we continue to value the close-knit culture and employee-centered approach on which we were founded.
Learn more at www.marshallbio.com.
The Benefits of Being a Part of the Marshall Family
Our benefit package is an important element of the overall experience we offer our employees.
Full-time employees receive:
- 100% company-paid medical and dental insurance for employees, spouses, and eligible dependents, or a generous opt-out if you already have coverage elsewhere.
- Generous time off benefits starting at 3 weeks/year.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 100% match on the first 5% of contributions and immediate vesting.
- Enriched Short-Term Disability benefits and Long-Term Disability insurance.
- Profit Sharing contribution of 10% of your annualized salary.
- Life Insurance at 4x your annual base salary (up to $200,000).
- Boot allowance for qualified employees.
- $500 bonus for employee referrals.
Marshall Farms Group, LTD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
