Facilities Tech 1

About the role

The Facilities Technician I supports the day-to-day care, maintenance, and operation of the museum’s facilities, grounds, and exhibits. This role is suited for someone with early-career experience in facilities maintenance who can take ownership of assigned tasks, identify issues proactively, and contribute to a safe, functional, and appealing campus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and basic repairs across buildings, grounds, and exhibits with limited supervision
• Maintain assigned areas to ensure the campus is safe, clean, and fully operational
• Inspect facilities and equipment; identify issues, and resolve or escalate as appropriate
• Respond to real-time maintenance needs during operating hours
• Open and/or close facilities as assigned, ensuring buildings and systems are secure
• Support the operation, upkeep, and basic troubleshooting of exhibits and guest-facing elements
• Perform general trades work including painting, carpentry, landscaping, and basic electrical repairs
• Auxiliary support for building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, irrigation, life-safety), tools, and equipment
• Support installations, event setup, AV setup, and minor fabrication projects as needed
• Coordinate with vendors on-site as needed
• Contribute to our culture of inclusivity, welcome, collaboration, play, and positivity

Requirements

• Working knowledge of basic building systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, irrigation)
• Ability to complete routine maintenance and repairs independently and in a timely manner
• Proficiency with hand and power tools across multiple trades
• Ability to prioritize tasks and respond effectively in a fast-paced, guest-facing environment
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Strong awareness of safety practices and operational risks
• Willingness to learn and expand technical skills over time

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of practical experience in facilities, maintenance, construction, or a related field
• Demonstrated ability to complete routine maintenance tasks independently
• Must have valid CA driver’s license with acceptable driving record for the past three years
• Must be proficient in oral and written English communication; Spanish language skills are a plus

Additional Skills

• Physical requirements including standing, walking, bending, sitting, or climbing
• Lifting and/or carrying up to 50 lbs. and pushing and/or pulling of up to 120 lbs.
• Operating hand and power tools, as well as lifts and other motorized equipment
• Exposure to hot and cold temperatures, rain, slippery surfaces, loud noises, machinery with moving parts, dirt, dust, debris, chemicals, fumes, and foul odors

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this role is: 24 - 24 USD per hour (Pasadena)

Schedule

This is a full-time, on-site, non-exempt position based in Pasadena, California. Full weekend and occasional evening hours are required. Typical hours are 9:30am-6pm.