Historic Preservation & Facilities Coordinator

Tybee Island Light Station and Museum; Georgia; On-site; USD 57,242,035 - 77,299,891; Full time

Job summary

The Preservation & Facilities Coordinator at Tybee Island Light Station & Museum supports maintenance of historic buildings, grounds, and visitor facilities. This hands-on role assists preservation projects, routine maintenance, site operations, and visitor readiness to ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming experience for all guests.

Responsibilities include basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, seasonal landscaping, opening/closing procedures, and coordinating with contractors.

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities maintenance, construction, preservation, or a related field is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical, or general building maintenance.
• Ability to safely use common hand and power tools.
• Willingness to learn historic preservation techniques and standards.
• Dependable, organized, self-motivated, and able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain historic buildings, grounds, and visitor facilities.
• Assist preservation projects and site operations.
• Perform basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and painting tasks.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and other staff on maintenance and preservation.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Job description

The Preservation & Facilities Coordinator at Tybee Island Light Station & Museum supports maintenance of historic buildings, grounds, and visitor facilities. This hands-on role assists preservation projects, routine maintenance, site operations, and visitor readiness to ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming experience for all guests.

Responsibilities include basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, seasonal landscaping, opening/closing procedures, and coordinating with contractors.