Facilities Technician

Adventure Science Center

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Job Summary

This position is part of the team of facilities professionals who are essential to the care and maintenance of a 100,000+ square foot facility. This individual is responsible for multiple responsibilities, tasks, and duties that help the Adventure Science Center function seven days a week. This position will perform daily tasks ranging from custodial and maintenance tasks to event set-up/tear-down, both essential to the core operation. 

The work schedule for this role is Saturday and Sunday 8:30 am-6:30 pm, with additional hours available during the week as needed for coverage or events and rentals.

Job Responsibilities

With the direction of the Facilities Manager: 

• Maintained cleanliness of the building, including but not limited to daily vacuuming, dusting, trash collection, sanitizing high-touch areas, and cleaning of bathrooms. 
• Ensure public events and private rentals are set up and torn down in a timely manner, including but not limited to tables, chairs, linens, and decorations. 
• Assists with daily inspection of facility equipment as needed. 
• Assists Facilities Manager and Facilities Technician II, as needed, with maintenance of HVAC, electrical, pneumatic systems, plumbing, elevators, etc. 
• Maintain various maintenance and safety checklist duties. 
• Perform miscellaneous and job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS 

• High School diploma or Equivalent 
• 1-2 years previous work experience in one or more of the following fields: custodial, maintenance, events. 
• Be able to pass a background check 
• Be available to work weekends, holidays, and occasional after-hours events 
• Courteous professional manner and ability to interact with science center guests 
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time as well as lift and move supplies and equipment (up to lift 50 lbs. unassisted and 100 lbs. assisted) 

SPECIAL CONDITIONS  

• Must be at least 18 years old  
• The work schedule is Saturday and Sunday, 8:30 am-6:30 pm, with additional hours available during the week as needed for coverage or events and rentals. 
• Ability to fill out and complete daily checklist 
• Ability to operate various types of custodial equipment including but not limited to, upright and hand vacuums. 
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and able to read cleaning chemical labels and proper application of those chemicals. 
• Ability to work independently as well as be an effective team member. 
• Basic shop knowledge, drills, saws, and various hand tools. 
• Basic Knowledge of and practice with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel. 
• Motivated, flexible, and dependable. 
• Reliable, courteous, and collaborative team player. 
• Pleasant disposition, customer service oriented. 
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and flexibility should difficult situations arise.  

This is intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this position. These responsibilities and duties are subject to change at any time.  

Adventure Science Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Additional Information

Benefits

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to hr@adventuresci.org, including “Facilities Technician” in the subject line. 

No phone calls, please. Due to the volume of applications received, we will only contact candidates selected for interviews.

Details

• Date Posted: February 16, 2025
• Type: Part-Time
• Job Function: Other
• Service Area: Arts / Culture
• Start Date: 03/01/2025
• Salary Range: $16.00
• Working Hours: Saturday and Sunday 8:30am-6:30pm