Facilities Assistant Jobs

Position Title: Facilities Assistant

Reports To: Facilities Manager

Position Status: Part-time, 3 x 10 hour daytime shifts available for Friday, Saturday & Sunday.

Starting Pay: $17 per hour

Imagine Museum is a non-profit public charity located in St. Petersburg, Florida. Imagine Museum’s mission is to elevate contemporary studio glass through research, education, and exhibitions. The Museum features works of studio glass from America and an extraordinary selection of contemporary glass sculptures from around the world. Imagine Museum has over 400 significant glass works on display from their 1500+ piece collection. The artwork is dramatically displayed throughout the 34,000 sq. ft. facility.

The Museum hosts multiple events, tours and educational programs designed to inform, inspire and uplift all who visit. Exhibitions change throughout the year to expose the viewer to new artists and new works from the collection.

As you consider joining Imagine Museum, please carefully consider how you will model the culture we embrace and look to sustain. A culture where good ideas can come from anywhere and transparency is vital. Respect, accountability and integrity are non-negotiables, and commitment is created and sustained through the development of all employees. We look for ways to exceed expectations and we are always looking for ways to improve and grow, while delivering the promise of an extraordinary museum experience. If you feel our culture aligns with your strength of experience, attitude and authentic desire to work with great people to help inspire, uplift and educate our constituents, we’d love to talk!

Imagine Museum is looking for a Facilities Assistant to provide support for the facilities operation. The Facilities Assistant will report to the Facilities Manager.

Responsibilities:

· Manage the day-to-day maintenance and site operations of the Imagine Museum’s facilities and grounds, parking facilities and adjacent areas.

· Coordinate and monitor system performance and repairs for electrical, water, HVAC, sound throughout the Museum property.

· In cooperation with the Facilities Manager, coordinate outside contractors.

· In coordination with the Facilities Manager, facilitate painting and refurbishing of the interior and exterior of the building, equipment and furnishings.

· Manage preparation of infrastructure for events and supervise off hour project work as needed.

· Respond to all emergency safety and maintenance requests.

· Maintain a security schedule with the monitoring of cameras throughout the Museum.

· Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.

· Provide assistance to employees and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.

· Perform routine, light maintenance/repair of designated facilities premises, structures, furniture, appliances, equipment and tools.

· Conducts daily inspections of facilities and note areas of concern and work.

· Maintain a preventive maintenance program.

· Communicate orally with co-workers, customers, vendors, or the public in a face-to-face, one-to-one setting, walkie-talkie, email or phone.

· Work cooperatively with other contractors, employees, and various levels of management.

· Other routine maintenance duties as assigned. Including help with event setup and takedown as requested.

Qualifications

· Minimum Education Level: High School Diploma

· Technical Certifications or Degrees preferred

· Minimum 4 years experience

· Must be able to stand for long periods of time

· Must be able to lift at least75 pounds

· Experience with commonly used power tools

· Must be able to paint, have electrical wiring ability, drywall experience, and carpentry skills

· Strong mechanical aptitude

· Honest and trustworthy

· Computer/Technology experience preferred

· Ability to communicate orally and written in a professional manner and interface with all levels of management

· Requires high analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to work well with an emphasis on excellent service

Degree of Supervision: Minimal.

This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. While performing the duties stated above, employees are required to interact with staff, the public and others encountered in the course of work. Typical office conditions and the noise level is usually quiet. This is a full-time exempt position. Your regular hours may occasionally vary to meet the needs of Imagine Museum such as arriving early, staying late or working not normally scheduled hours.

Imagine Museum is a 501(c)(3) public charity and is committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory environment.

It is the policy of Imagine Museum to provide an environment free from harassment and/or discrimination in the treatment of individuals with respect to employment with the Museum. Consistent with this principle of inclusivity and applicable laws; Imagine Museum does not permit harassment and/or discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital or partnership status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship status, military service or discharge status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Job Type: Part-time

Schedule:

10 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:

mask required around guests

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Maintenance: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location