Facilities Technician

About the position

The full time Facilities Technician will assist the Director of Building Operations in the general upkeep, improvement, and preventative maintenance of the museum. This position will conduct daily walkthroughs to identify any potential hazards to provide the correct preventative action needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, operate, and assist in the repair of all HVAC systems and associated equipment, electrical distribution equipment, plumbing systems, facility interior/exterior repair, and related grounds as it pertains to assigned buildings
• Counsults with the Director of Building Operations on any potential hazards or issues needing repair
• Maintains the facilities and premises as assigned including painting, patching, basic kitchen appliance repair, furniture, walls, ceiling tiles, carpeting, floor tiles, etc.
• Responsible for removing snow from sidewalks, driveways and parking areas using equipment provided and spread snow melting chemicals for both locations
• Opens and closes the building as scheduled
• On call to respond to maintenance requests
• Serve as Fire Warden for 83rd Street building on weekends

Qualifications

• Must be able to work weekends and holidays
• High school education or equivalent
• At least 3+ years of working experience in facilities maintenance
• Basic understanding of electrical, plumbing, and carpentry
• Experience using hand and electrical tools
• Repair and maintenance skills (changing light fixtures, painting, flooring repair, small building repairs, heating and air conditioning system)
• Superb problem solving skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of workplace safety

Physical requirements

• Ability to push/lift 75 pounds
• Ability to climb, bend, sit, kneel, walk, or crouch as the job may require
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures
• Ability to work in high noise levels requiring hearing protection
• Ability to work around lubricants, solvents, batteries, cleaning fluids, paints

Compensation

$25.00/hour

Benefits

Our company offers a comprehensive benefits package including vision, dental and medical (free medical coverage for employees, with premium plans available for dependents), 403B, life insurance, EAP, Paid Holidays, Personal Time Off, Vacation leave and Sick leave. We also offer a range of voluntary benefits, such as, FSA, critical illness, accident insurance, legal services, and pet insurance. As a CMOM employee, you are eligible for free admission to other New York City cultural institutions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Children’s Museum of Manhattan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds, ages, abilities, and experiences to apply. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If, due to a disability, you need accommodation during any part of the interview process, please let your recruiter know.