Maintenance Technician

NEW ORLEANS MUSEUM OF ART; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA) seeks a Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair the building and grounds, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, masonry, tile, plaster, and painting. The role also supports event setup and mail deliveries, with flexibility for evening and weekend work.

Qualified applicants have 2–4 years in maintenance, basic computer skills, and a Louisiana driver's license. NOMA is committed to equal opportunity employment and a safe, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Two to Four years’ experience in maintenance.
• Some computer skills are required.
• Current Louisiana Driver's License is required.

Responsibilities

• Carpentry repairs to walls, doors, furniture, and shelving.
• Electrical repairs to outlets and switches; report unsafe conditions.
• Plumbing repairs of leaks and clogged lines.
• Masonry and tile repair of slate tiles and floors.
• Assist with setup and takedown of events and mail runs.
• Maintain museum standards and confidentiality.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Computer skills

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

NEW ORLEANS MUSEUM OF ART is an EEO Employer - M/F/Protected Veteran Status

WHY NOMA:

The New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA) is committed to inspiring lifelong learning through meaningful engagement with art, culture, and community. As one of the city’s premier cultural institutions, NOMA welcomes visitors of all ages and backgrounds and strives to create inclusive, accessible, and enriching experiences for everyone.

Joining NOMA means becoming part of a collaborative team dedicated to connecting people with art through innovative educational programs, exhibitions, and public engagement initiatives. Employees can contribute to a dynamic museum environment while supporting NOMA’s mission to foster creativity, curiosity, and cultural understanding throughout New Orleans and beyond.

The New Orleans Museum of Art is seeking applicants for the position of Maintenance Technician. The Maintenance Technician will perform overall maintenance to all areas of the Museum and is an integral member of the Facilities Team.

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs a variety of work in the maintenance and repair of the building and grounds of NOMA and the Sculpture Garden including carpentry, minor electrical and plumbing, masonry, tile, plaster, painting, sheetrock, general equipment repairs, assembling and moving of office furniture, and daily inspections. This person is also responsible for assisting with the setup, monitoring of, and take down of special events or functions, daily mail runs and package deliveries.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Carpentry- Performs basic rough and finish carpentry repairs to areas such as walls, doors, frames, office furniture, and shelving.

• Electrical- Performs basic repairs to outlets, switches, plate covers; and reporting unsafe electrical conditions to the building engineer and Facilities Manager.

• Plumbing- Performs basic plumbing repairs of leaking pipes, faucets, and clogged lines and drains.

• Masonry- Repair and replacement of loose or broken slate tiles, minor breaks of sidewalk and ramps, and caulking of masonry features of NOMA.

• Tile- Repair and replacement of marble and ceramic tiles throughout NOMA.

• Plaster- Minor repair and maintenance of plaster structures throughout NOMA.

• Painting- Applies and prepares various surfaces for painting, to include oil, latex, and stain.

• Responsible for collecting and bringing NOMA mail to various post offices and retrieving NOMA mail from Post Office.

• Must be able to work in crowds of noisy people in a pressure situation, particularly when handling multiple tasks and continue to have a strong commitment to safety.

• Must be able to adjust work to accommodate expected and unexpected changes.

• Coordination with the Facilities Manager on tasks and projects for NOMA

• Responsible for general maintenance duties as assigned.

• Responsible for maintaining all standards of service as it relates to museum standards.

• Demonstrate knowledge and expertise of NOMA’s policies and procedures and confidentiality guidelines.

• Willingness to work nights and weekends for special events or programs

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduates or G.E.D. equivalent

• Two to Four years’ experience in maintenance.

• Some Computer Skills

• Current Louisiana Driver's License

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Good listening and communication skills

• Good follow through on daily assignments and projects

• Good problem-solving skills

• Good decision-making abilities

• Good organizational and time management skills

• Willing to work with staff

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Position requires significant movement and ascending and descending ladders and other equipment

• Ability to observe details at a close range

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Normal building environment, as well as outdoor work.

• May be subjected to fast-paced decision making, crisis situations.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The New Orleans Museum of Art is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.