POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: FACILITIES MAINTENANCE INTERN
Grand Canyon Conservancy (GCC) is the official nonprofit partner of Grand Canyon National Park. As the official philanthropic and collaborative partner of Grand Canyon National Park, Grand Canyon Conservancy’s mission is to inspire generations of park champions to cherish and support the natural and cultural wonder of the Grand Canyon. GCC raises private funds, operates retail shops within the park, and provides premier educational programs about the natural and cultural history of the region.
GCC is seeking an Intern for the Facilities and Maintenance Department at the South Rim. The Facilities and Maintenance Intern will be responsible for helping with assigned facilities and maintenance projects.
The Intern is a temporary, non-exempt, non-benefit-eligible position that reports to the Facilities and Maintenance Manager. For the summer of 2025, this position is located at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon and does not come with housing.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties vary with the workload and could include, but are not limited to, the tasks listed below.
• Assist with maintenance of buildings, historic and non, housing units, GCC fleet vehicles
• Assist in maintaining exterior grounds within a limited perimeter of the buildings by shoveling snow, trimming shrubbery, picking up litter, and sweeping pathways
• Assist with maintaining and repairing GCC housing units, covering all basic trades, such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, patching walls, painting, etc.
• Assist with exhibit installation and take-down, including touch-ups and repairs to exhibit structures, gallery space, lighting, etc.
• May provide custodial tasks for stores and offices, such as basic cleaning, vacuuming, washing windows, polishing furnishings, maintaining hardwood, tile, and carpeted floors, emptying trash, etc.
WORKING CONDITION
This position requires the incumbent to be able to perform physical activities, such as, but not limited to:
• Our operations are open seven days a week, including holidays, and work schedules can vary based on special events and after-hours work that may be building maintenance and/or weather-related. A typical schedule is Mon-Fri 8-5 pm
• Lifting heavy items (up to 75 lbs. unassisted)
• Regular bending, standing, climbing, and walking
• Must be able to work safely in an environment containing caustic chemicals, cleaning materials, dust, and noise
• Routinely required to work under inclement weather conditions
GCC CORE VALUES
GCC has identified four core values that represent how we interact with our employees, partners, visitors, supporters, and followers. Our values include:
• Integrity: We are honest, respectful, inclusive, caring, and accountable for our actions. We operate at a high level of excellence, utilizing our resources to their best and fullest potential.
• Education: We are a dynamic learning organization uniquely positioned to cultivate the “awe” of the Grand Canyon.
• Service: We embrace our role as a valued partner of the National Park Service at Grand Canyon National Park and will provide the highest level of excellence in every interaction with employees, partners, visitors, supporters, and donors.
• Connection: We foster a sense of wonder and adventure for the Grand Canyon.
GCC’S COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION
Grand Canyon Conservancy embraces and nurtures a welcoming and inclusive environment that promotes diversity, encourages collaboration, and fosters a culture where all employees feel valued, respected, and included. As a dynamic learning organization, we continually evaluate our systems and practices to foster an environment where all employees feel a sense of belonging, are empowered to bring their authentic selves to work, and can thrive personally and professionally.
GCC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
TOTAL COMPENSATION
This position will pay an hourly rate of $15.00 per hour.
HOW TO APPLY
Please visit our website at: https://www.grandcanyon.org/about/jobs
We ask that you include a resume and cover letter with your application.
Grand Canyon Conservancy is the official nonprofit partner of Grand Canyon National Park.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
