Facilities & Events Technician: Hands-on Museum Maintenance

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego in La Jolla seeks a Facilities Events Technician to assist with maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of museum facilities and equipment, supporting both events and general facilities operations. This full-time, non-exempt role reports to the Manager of Facilities and works Wednesday through Sunday.

You will coordinate with Events, Facilities, security, and art handling teams, perform routine tasks, minor carpentry, painting, plumbing, and light construction, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 2 years’ relevant experience or equivalent education.
• Experience in building maintenance, public facilities, or museums preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with staff, contractors, and service technicians.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and travel between locations.

Responsibilities

• Support with general maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of museum facilities.
• Coordinate with Events and Facilities teams for A/V needs.
• Perform routine office and administrative tasks as needed.
• Clean exterior grounds, windows, and debris.
• Touch up painting and minor carpentry as needed.
• Transport goods between museum locations and operate museum truck.
• Drive to various locations and work nights/weekends.
• Follow safety policies and participate in safety trainings.

Skills

Maintenance knowledge

Painting

Plumbing

Carpentry

Electrical general

Communication skills

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Driving/transportation

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma

2 years relevant experience

Experience in building maintenance or museums

Tools

Forklift operation

Scissor lifts

Boom lifts

Power washing equipment

Job description

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego in La Jolla seeks a Facilities Events Technician to assist with maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of museum facilities and equipment, supporting both events and general facilities operations. This full-time, non-exempt role reports to the Manager of Facilities and works Wednesday through Sunday.

You will coordinate with Events, Facilities, security, and art handling teams, perform routine tasks, minor carpentry, painting, plumbing, and light construction, and