Buildings Maintenance Technician

Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodmere Art Museum in Chestnut Hill is seeking a Buildings Maintenance Technician to care for four buildings, including historic spaces, with emphasis on building systems and safety. The role supports after-hours events and works with a collaborative facilities team.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with HVAC, electrical, or plumbing systems, a valid driver's license, and a willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or trade school degree.
• Experience with building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing) or related fields.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work flexible hours.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.
• Clear background checks required.
• Strong communication with visitors and staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance of building systems, parking areas, utilities, and equipment.
• Carry out carpentry, painting, drywall repairs, and sanding.
• Assist with groundskeeping and event setup.
• Open/close Woodmere's buildings and ensure security at start and close of business.
• Manage work orders for repairs and event setup requests.
• Parking management for events and related duties.

Skills

Facility maintenance

Electrical knowledge

Communication

Light carpentry

MS Office

Valid Driver's License

Calm under pressure

Education

High School Diploma / Trade School Degree

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Background: Woodmere is a not-for-profit art museum dedicated to the art and culture of Philadelphia and located in Chestnut Hill. With a staff of approximately 25 professionals, the work culture is team-based and collaborative. Woodmere serves approximately 50,000 guests annually.

Reporting and Scope of Facility: The Buildings Maintenance Technician will report to the Facilities and Grounds Manager and will have responsibilities pertaining to the maintenance of Woodmere's facilities with a special focus on building systems (HVAC, Security, Plumbing, Electricity, etc.) together with other facility-related responsibilities. Woodmere's four buildings include: 1) Smith Hall, the original historic mansion with galleries and offices; 2) Maguire Hall, a recently renovated, near adjacent mansion, featuring 14 galleries, a children's art studio, and a commercial kitchen; 3) an adjacentresidential building used for storage and back-of-house activities;and 4) a carriage house art studio.

Responsibilities:

• General maintenance of building systems, parking areas, utilities, and equipment on an ongoing basis;
• Carpentry and painting duties, dry wall spackling, and sanding;
• Assist with grounds keeping;
• Open and/or close Woodmere's buildings and ensure security at the start and close of business;
• Manage work orders for repairs and event setup requests.
• Parking management for events, event set-up, and other duties as required.

Requirements:

• Valid Driver's License;
• Background checks and clearance required;
• Experience in at least one area of utility systems (HVAC, electricity, plumbing, equipment management, etc.);
• Flexible schedule to accommodate evening and weekend events as needed;
• Calm demeanor when making emergency and safety related decisions;
• Able to lift 50 lbs.;
• Working knowledge of MS Office;
• Pleasant and professional disposition interfacing with the public and communicating with visitors to the Museum.

The Facilities Department is a team that shares responsibility for the museum's buildings and their security on a 24-hour basis - 365 days of the year, including weekends and holidays. Flexibility and weekend hours are required across every member of the facilities team. The successful candidate will demonstrate a willingness to be trained and understand the Museum's facilities and general operations.

A demonstrated passion for the arts, the work of the museums, and/or institutions of public service is preferred.

Woodmere values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status and any other status protected by law.

High School Diploma / Trade School Degree

Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance
The Philadelphia Building
1315 Walnut Street, Suite 1101
Philadelphia, PA 19107
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