Hunt Forest Products, LLC is seeking an experienced facilities candidate to join our team! We are a dynamic and rapidly growing forest products company located in Ruston, Louisiana. We are home to Louisiana Tech University and neighbor to Grambling State University. These vibrant communities provide our area with numerous cultural and recreational opportunities. Our emphasis on work-life balance and the attractive benefits package makes it an appealing choice for a career in or near Ruston, LA.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Facilities Support will be responsible for a wide range of projects, maintenance, repairs, and assistance with special projects across multiple Hunt owned properties, both professional and residential. The ideal candidate should be adept in preventative maintenance, basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repairs, cosmetic upkeep, and appliance or equipment installation.

Responsibilities

• General building cleaning and maintenance, as needed across multiple properties.
• Basic repair and maintenance of machines and equipment; may require some building or installation.
• Lawn and property maintenance as needed.
• Maintenance and care of Hunt owned tools and equipment.
• Purchase, pick-up, and delivery of materials as needed for events or projects.
• Oversee contracted work and effectively communicate status, updates, and needs.
• Recognize when task is outside scope of abilities and offer recommendations for resolution.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to complete a wide variety of repair and maintenance tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to use common power tools and hand tools
• Ability and experience with farm equipment such as tractors and implements is a must.
• Self-starter with excellent time management skills.
• Physical ability to climb, stand, bend, squat, crouch, lift, carry 50 pounds.
• Problem solving skills.
• Organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to keep schedule flexible.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in similar role
• Willingness to work in various outdoor conditions.

Our benefits include

• Medical, Dental, Vision begins day one
• Voluntary supplemental policies for cancer, accident, & hospital
• Company paid life insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Company paid disability, short and long term
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401K Retirement Plan, enroll after 90 days
• 401K Employer match, each pay period
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Nine paid holidays

Hunt Forest Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all applications will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age (40 and above), disability, religion, national origin, or any other protected status where otherwise qualified.