Maintenance Technician

Hirebridge; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Powell Hall in St. Louis, MO, seeks a Maintenance Technician to support daily repairs for Powell Hall and the Jack C. Taylor Music Center, performing hands-on handyman work including carpentry, plumbing, electrical repairs, patching and painting to keep venues ready for performances.

The role also assists with events, adjusts building systems, coordinates with vendors, and supports front-of-house and production teams during performances.

Qualifications

• Experience with general repairs and maintenance in a performance venue.
• Able to perform handyman tasks including carpentry, plumbing and electrical work.
• Comfortable with minor patching, painting and equipment fixes.
• Familiarity with supporting events and coordinating with vendors.

Responsibilities

• Safety & Emergency Response: maintain evacuation procedures and act as on-site responder.
• Event Support: assist with setup/breakdown and monitor lobby lighting and HVAC as needed.
• Facility Maintenance: conduct walk-throughs and address safety, maintenance and appearance issues.
• Administrative & Technical Support: troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing and electrical issues and use templates.
• Collaboration: communicate effectively with staff, musicians and guest artists.

Skills

Handyman skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical repairs

Painting

Troubleshooting

Tools

Power tools

Job description

REPORTS TO:

Director of Facilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

In conjunction with the Facilities team, the Maintenance Technician provides hands-on support for the daily repair and maintenance of historic Powell Hall and the Jack C. Taylor Music Center. This role is focused on "boots-on-the-ground" work, serving as a key resource for general repairs, troubleshooting, and facility upkeep.

With an emphasis on handyman-type work, the Maintenance Technician handles minor carpentry, plumbing, electrical repairs, patching, painting, and equipment fixes, ensuring issues are resolved quickly and efficiently.

The role also supports events by assisting with setup and breakdown, adjusting building systems, and responding to real-time facility needs during performances. Coordination with vendors and support of front-of-house and production teams are also essential.

This full-time position and compensation is $24-27/hour + full benefits package.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety & Emergency Response

Maintain a strong understanding of emergency evacuation and shelter-in-place procedures. Serve as a key on-site responder during alarms or incidents, investigating issues and taking immediate corrective action or escalating as needed.

Event Support

Serve as the primary facilities contact during performances and rehearsals. Manage lobby lighting, monitor HVAC systems, and respond to real-time facility needs to ensure optimal comfort and readiness.

Facility Maintenance

Conduct routine walk-throughs to identify and address safety, maintenance, and appearance issues. Perform basic exterior upkeep, including trash removal and grounds touch-ups.

Administrative & Technical Support

Respond to facility and equipment issues (HVAC, plumbing, electrical) through hands-on troubleshooting or coordination with the Building Engineer. Complete basic administrative tasks using established templates.

Collaboration

Foster a positive, team-oriented environment through effective communication with staff, musicians, and guest artists.