Building Operations Associate

The Zekelman Holocaust Center; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Part time

Job summary

The Zekelman Holocaust Center in Farmington Hills, MI seeks a Building Operations Associate to help maintain facilities, set up and tear down for exhibitions and events, and perform routine maintenance. This onsite role requires flexibility for evenings and Sundays and involves lifting up to 60 pounds, basic repairs, and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for visitors.

With 20-28 hours per week, this position emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and proactive problem solving to support our

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to learn plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and lift up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and manuals.
• Must be able to work in a team and take direction from managers.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down furniture, equipment, and materials for exhibitions, programs, and events.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, minor repairs, painting, and troubleshooting facility issues.
• Monitor building conditions and report maintenance/safety concerns.
• Assist with daily upkeep of galleries, offices, restrooms, storage areas, and public spaces.
• Help with trash and recycling removal and restocking supplies.
• Support climate and environmental standards to protect artworks.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Provide courteous assistance to staff, visitors, and vendors.
• Perform routine maintenance of main floor technology and equipment.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Teamwork

Problem solving

Reading safety manuals

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

20-28 hours/week, Periodic Evenings and Sundays

Summary of Responsibilities

The Building Operations Associate is responsible for ensuring that the facilities are maintained and in good operating condition. Their responsibilities include set-up and tear down of classrooms, preventative maintenance of equipment, repairs throughout the building, grounds-keeping, and general cleaning.

Who We Are:

The Zekelman Holocaust Center (The HC) was founded by Michigan survivors in 1984 as a lasting memorial to the victims of the Holocaust. Our mission is to engage, educate, and empower through remembrance so that individuals and society will recognize, combat, and prevent antisemitism, discrimination, and hate-based violence. The Center teaches history’s darkest period to 100,000 visitors each year, including students and adults of all backgrounds. Our new permanent exhibit places Holocaust victim and survivor stories at the center, making extensive use of archival footage, images and video testimony. Artifacts include an authentic WWII-era boxcar and a sapling from the tree located outside Anne Frank’s hiding place window. The Center also invites the public to make use of its 20,000 volume Library Archive. Museum Educators and Docents provide customized tours, workshops and programs, empowering visitors to apply the lessons of the Holocaust to create a more compassionate world where people take responsible action. The HC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

We value candidates who are community-oriented and civic-minded, and who demonstrate a commitment to serving others.

Why Join Us:

First and foremost, you will be making a difference in the world. Benefits include tremendous work/life balance, organization-matching 401K, generous holiday schedule, and much more.

Responsibilities:

• Set up and break down furniture, equipment, and materials for exhibitions, programs, and special events
• Perform basic maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, minor repairs, painting, and troubleshooting facility issues
• Monitor building conditions and report maintenance or safety concerns to supervisors
• Assist with daily upkeep of galleries, offices, restrooms, storage areas, and public spaces
• Help with trash and recycling removal and restocking supplies
• Support climate and environmental standards as directed (important for protecting artworks and artifacts)
• Follow museum safety procedures and help maintain compliance with health and safety regulations
• Provide courteous assistance to staff, visitors, and vendors when needed
• Perform routine maintenance of main floor technology and equipment

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to learn plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical systems (including relevant equipment and tools)
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time; ability to bend, kneel, stoop, and lift or move heavy equipment up to 60 pounds
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and other manuals and documents
• Ability to work in a team and follow instructions from supervisor
• Ability to take direction from managers who are not direct supervisors
• May be required to work outside of normal work hours
• Ability to self-motivate, multi-task, team player
• Must be able to establish and maintain professional, productive and courteous interactions that promote positive teamwork. This encompasses going beyond giving and receiving instructions and includes but is not limited to (a) performing work activities requiring interacting or speaking with others; and (b) responding appropriately to constructive feedback or suggestions for improvement from a supervisor.
• Ability to solve problems and take initiative in some instances.
• 2+ years of experience preferred

The HC is a fully onsite work environment, with flexibility for personal matters which arise.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work to be performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties.

The HC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.