Facilities Technician - Creative Campus & Archives Maintenance

Eames-Institute; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Charitable giving match

Job summary

The Eames Institute is seeking a Facilities Technician to oversee maintenance, security, janitorial and landscaping for our 58,000-square-foot Richmond, CA campus. The role reports to the Facilities Director and ensures a safe, welcoming environment for staff, guests, and collections.

Responsibilities include coordinating with vendors, managing HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry and grounds tasks, operating access and alarm systems, and supporting onsite staff across multiple locations as

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in building maintenance.
• Ability to follow safety regulations and company policies.
• Comfort with open office spaces and hot-desking.
• Basic understanding of access control for alarm and camera systems.
• Strong communication and ability to work with a diverse group.

Responsibilities

• Open buildings and prepare spaces for staff and guests.
• Coordinate with facilities contractors and vendors; schedule services.
• Maintain HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, custodial and safety tasks; follow PM schedules.
• Administer facilities tech: lighting, access, intercom and burglar alarm systems.
• Ensure cleanliness, manage supplies and perform daily closing rounds.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Safety regulations

Communication

Forklift operation

Access control

Team collaboration

Tools

Lutron lighting

ButterFly intercom

Slack/Asana

Job description

The Eames Institute is seeking a Facilities Technician to oversee maintenance, security, janitorial and landscaping for our 58,000-square-foot Richmond, CA campus. The role reports to the Facilities Director and ensures a safe, welcoming environment for staff, guests, and collections.

Responsibilities include coordinating with vendors, managing HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry and grounds tasks, operating access and alarm systems, and supporting onsite staff across multiple locations as