Facilities & Security Technician - Hands-on Maintenance & Safety

Great Lakes Science Center; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 43,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

Medical

Dental

Vision

Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

PTO & Paid Holidays

403b Retirement Savings Plan withMatch

ASTC Membership

NEOIMC Membership

Job summary

Great Lakes Science Center is seeking a Facilities and Security Technician to help keep the venue and museum operations at peak performance while ensuring guest safety. The role covers general maintenance, life safety systems, and support for shipping, events, and security needs.

Key tasks include electrical and mechanical maintenance, operating HVAC and life safety devices, and assisting with security duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; vocational training preferred.
• At least two years of industrial or commercial maintenance experience.
• Comfort with electrical and mechanical upkeep and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical maintenance such as replacing receptacles, switches, fixtures, and lighting components; observe NEC and follow LOTO.
• Perform mechanical maintenance including HVAC, pumps, motors, and related systems.
• Operate HVAC automation and work order system; assist with setup for events and security.
• Maintain life safety equipment and participate in emergency response and reports.
• Support facilities team with daily maintenance, repairs, and preventive maintenance scheduling.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Life safety systems

Security operations

Event setup

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational training preferred

Tools

Power tools

Conduit installation

Lifting/rigging

Job description

Great Lakes Science Center is seeking a Facilities and Security Technician to help keep the venue and museum operations at peak performance while ensuring guest safety. The role covers general maintenance, life safety systems, and support for shipping, events, and security needs.

Key tasks include electrical and mechanical maintenance, operating HVAC and life safety devices, and assisting with security duties.