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Building Maintenance Technician Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens   Established in 1893, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is a green leader among public gardens with a mission to inspire and educate all with the beauty and importance of plants; to advance sustainability and promote human and environmental well-being through action and research; and to celebrate our historic glasshouse.   Phipps is seeking a full-time Building Maintenance Technician to operate, install and maintain all building equipment, including electrical equipment, boilers, generators, air conditioning, fans and related machinery, as well as preventive and emergency maintenance on plumbing and hydraulics. Also included in responsibilities is the maintenance, repair and commissioning of all renewable energy sources including solar panel arrays and wind turbine. The Building Maintenance Technician will work with other departments to ensure ongoing operation of the facility, including assisting with show installations and seasonal displays.   The qualified candidate must have an excellent attendance record and work ethic, as well as the ability to work independently. A degree in an appropriate field and 3-5 years’ relevant work experience are required, as well as a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license. Must have evening, weekend and holiday availability. Phipps offers a competitive compensation package, strong benefits and unique atmosphere.   Qualified candidates should email a cover letter, resume and salary history to hr@phipps.conservatory.org or mail to Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Human Resources Department, One Schenley Park, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. No telephone calls, please.   For more information about Phipps, please visit our website: www.phipps.conservatory.org .   Phipps Conservatory is an equal opportunity employer.  

VAN THIEL & CO. is a leading and significant creative design and sourcing partner to selected high-end furniture retailers across the globe, especially in the U.S. As experts in the furniture industry, we invest heavily in compliance and product testing so that all of our materials and products comply with safety and environmental regulations. In an effort to not only comply with the standards, but to be one step ahead in environmental sustainability, we are looking to offer our customers the newest alternatives when It comes to green and sustainable packaging, without them having to compromise on quality and security during transport. The goal Is to replace non-biodegradable materials commonly used in the industry, such as Styrofoam packaging, PE Wrapping Film, etc., with more sustainable alternatives. We believe our efforts to lead this green initiative can eventually inspire our customers to do the same. If you share our vision and are enthusiastic about building a better environmental future, this is an opportunity for you. Join us for a 3-6-month internship period In Ho Chi Minh City and participate in projects relating to sustainable packaging solutions. We are looking for 1-2 undergraduate students from the following fields of study: Applied Science Chemical Engineering Life Science and Technology Environmental Science Sustainable Design Product Development Your responsibilities will be: Working closely with sourcing and product development teams to propose and implement alternative solutions to plastic and foam and come up with a way of packing furniture that is less harmful to our planet. We are looking for candidates who possesses: Technical or design insight Passion for the environment and sustainability Creative thinking and can come up with new solutions How to apply: Interested candidates, please submit your CV along with a cover letter to HR@vanthiel.com.