Facilities & Grounds
Job description:
At Charleston Animal Society, every role directly supports the health, safety, and well-being of animals in our community. We are seeking a dependable Facilities & Grounds Technician with strong handyman and maintenance skills to help maintain safe, clean, and functional facilities across our organization.
If you enjoy hands-on work, problem-solving, and making a meaningful impact every day, this role is for you.
Pay: From $50,000.00 per year
Responsibilities
- Perform facility maintenance and general repairs (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, painting, carpentry)
- Maintain buildings, kennels, offices, and equipment
- Keep grounds, parking areas, and outdoor spaces clean and safe
- Complete preventive maintenance tasks and inspections
- Respond to maintenance requests and urgent repair needs
- Assist with emergency preparedness and facility safety
- Support daily operations by ensuring a safe environment for staff, visitors, and animals
Work Locations
- Charleston Animal Society Main Campus – 2455 Remount Road
- Bear Greer Memorial Cat Sanctuary – Ravenel
- Berkeley Campus – Moncks Corner
- Occasional travel throughout Charleston County and surrounding areas
Schedule
- Typical hours: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Weekends, holidays, and on-call rotation as needed
Qualifications
- 3–5+ years of facilities maintenance, handyman, or building maintenance experience
- Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and general repairs
- Valid South Carolina driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on ladders
- Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Comfortable working around animals
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office preferred)
- Reliable, organized, and self-motivated
Why Work With Us
Mission-driven nonprofit organization
Supportive team environment
Variety of daily tasks — no two days alike
Opportunity to make a direct impact helping animals
Requirements
- Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) required
- Pre-employment drug screening
- Background check required
If you’re a skilled maintenance professional who wants meaningful work while helping animals in need, we encourage you to apply!
Send resume to:
Laura Boggs
