PT - Facilities Maintenance Technician

DHRM; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The Science Museum of Virginia is seeking a part-time Facilities Maintenance Technician to join the Facilities Department at Broad Street Station. You will perform general maintenance and repairs across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, access control and carpentry to keep the campus safe, functional and welcoming for guests.

Hours vary weekly, up to 29 hours on average, with potential for evening shifts, alternating weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of general trades and ability to assist in maintenance across electrical, HVAC, plumbing, access control and carpentry.
• Able to read, write, understand and communicate instructions clearly.
• Must use PPE and follow safety procedures.
• Able to balance preventive maintenance with urgent service needs and multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repairs across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, access control and carpentry.
• Respond to operational or safety concerns and coordinate with other departments for events.
• Assist in preventive maintenance and monitoring of building systems.
• Support the Facilities Department in day-to-day operations.

Skills

General trades knowledge

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Electrical trades certificate

Tools

Building Automation Systems (BAS)

Job description

Title: PT - Facilities Maintenance Technician

State Role Title: Trades Technician II

Hiring Range: $20.00/Hour

Pay Band: 2

Agency: The Science Museum of Virginia

Location: Broad Street Station

Agency Website: https://smv.org/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Science Museum of Virginia is looking for a skilled, hands-on technician who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment to join our Facilities Department as a part-time Facilities Maintenance Technician. In this vital role, you will help ensure the Science Museum’s campus stays safe, functional, and welcoming for all guests. You will be responsible for general maintenance and repairs across a variety of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, access control, and carpentry. From basic troubleshooting to preventive maintenance, no two days are the same. You will also respond to operational or safety concerns and collaborate with other departments to support Museum events and programs.

This is a part-time position, hours will vary each week based on operations but no more than up to 29 hours a week on average with a maximum of 1500 hours in a 12-month period. No state benefits are provided.

Minimum Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of general trades and the ability to assist in performing, repairing, and maintaining electrical, HVAC, plumbing, access control and carpentry duties with minimal assistance or guidance. Demonstrated experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS) along with the ability to effectively use tools related to maintenance trades. Must be able to read, write, understand and communicate instructions clearly. Use of all required personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory. Candidates must be capable of balancing preventive maintenance schedules with urgent service needs and performing multiple tasks while occasionally upgrading skills to meet evolving facility maintenance requirements. Physical requirements include the ability to lift and move heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis and up to 100 pounds on an occasional basis. This role requires prolonged walking or standing, frequent bending, stooping, kneeling and reaching. A valid driver’s license is required. Must be available to work evenings, alternating weekends and holidays.

Additional Considerations

Electrical or other related trades certificate/license is a plus.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully.

The Science Museum seeks motivated people of all backgrounds. We value diversity of cultures, races and ethnicities, gender expressions, and abilities. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer the Science Museum Welcomes Veterans to apply! We provide hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application or resume.

Selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a criminal history background check. A record of criminal history does not automatically bar an applicant from consideration. Employment verification will be conducted to include current/previous supervisory employment reference checks.

The Science Museum will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Advertised

01 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time