Evening Maintenance Technician - Historic Facilities

Meridian International Center; Colorado; On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Meridian International Center is seeking a Maintenance Specialist to perform skilled maintenance and minor repairs across plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, and painting for historic facilities. The role includes event setup/breakdown and may involve security duties.

Located in Washington, DC, with residency requirements for MD, DC, or VA. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience, an apprenticeship in building trades, and familiarity with A/V equipment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in maintenance or facilities
• Direct experience in event centers and/or historic buildings is a plus
• Apprenticeship in building trades and/or certifications is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Inspect and perform basic preventive maintenance on building systems and equipment (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, elevators).
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests and assess safety hazards.
• Perform minor repairs and routine maintenance tasks.
• Monitor building equipment for proper functioning and safety compliance.
• Coordinate with outside vendors and contractors for maintenance/repair services.
• Assist in event setup, breakdown, and related duties.
• Maintain professional communications and report safety/maintenance issues to staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Inter-cultural communication

Safety conscious

Education

Apprenticeship in building trades

Tools

Audio/visual equipment

Job description

Meridian International Center is seeking a Maintenance Specialist to perform skilled maintenance and minor repairs across plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, and painting for historic facilities. The role includes event setup/breakdown and may involve security duties.

Located in Washington, DC, with residency requirements for MD, DC, or VA. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience, an apprenticeship in building trades, and familiarity with A/V equipment.