The purpose of the facilities team is to help create and maintain habitats for our wild bird
patients and to keep our facilities and grounds maintained and running smoothly for
operations. The facilities team works with the support and guidance of our facilities
committee, Maintenance Supervisor, and Clinic Director.
This Opportunity Is Available to People Who:
Are at least 18 years of age
Have skills or experience in plumbing, carpentry, general construction,
landscaping and other areas, with the knowledge to complete tasks with minimal
supervision
Have a strong interest in completing tasks associated with maintenance,
landscape, and gardening
Enjoy being outside
Enjoy being part of a team, but can work independently with minimal supervision
Examples of Tasks Performed by the Facilities Team
Repairing enclosures and changing out sand in habitats
Painting, spackling, and repairing surfaces
Mowing, removing invasive plants, and general landscaping
General building maintenance and upgrades
Note: The Facilities Team are often performing tasks in close proximity to our
wild patients; therefore, proper protocols, safety guidelines, and clinic etiquette
must be followed at all times.
Time Contribution
Volunteers are expected to commit to a minimum of 6 months of service
Volunteers are expected to donate at least 4 to 10 hours of service per month,
based upon on-going project needs.
All volunteers must complete a New Volunteer Orientation
Volunteers must sign a release form, volunteer agreement, and provide
emergency contact information.
Volunteer Benefits
Opportunity to meet and interact with people with similar interests; make new
friends and contacts
Opportunity to utilize skills and abilities in a meaningful way to help native wild
birds in our care
To Apply
For an application, please email volunteer@tristatebird.org
