Apprentice Engineer

MFAH•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists Stationary Engineers in providing adequate HVAC (heating, cooling, electrical, plumbing) and maintaining equipment for the museum physical plant and other properties. Maintains museum vehicles, grounds, and other special projects. Reviews daily equipment logs for accuracy. Completes assigned work orders in a timely fashion. Escorts E&F contractors to work sites on MFAH properties and supervise work. Works on installation and de-installation of exhibitions with Curatorial, Preparations, Lighting, and Electrical. Installs and de-installs banners for exhibitions. Sets up and breaks down tables, chairs, and other equipment for events. Assists in the installation and de-installation of the Retail shop for rotating exhibitions. Operates various aerial lifts (20ft to 85ft) and fork lifts to complete tasks. Drives cargo van, box truck, and pickup truck to and from work sites. As part of the essential staff, protects museum properties during natural disasters (hurricanes, floods, ice storms, etc.). Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of A/C, heating, boilers, chillers, air handling units, electrical, plumbing, and auxiliary equipment
Willing to work rotating shifts, weekends, and overtime
Willing and able to respond to emergency calls when off duty
Able to lift 75 pounds, work bending and stooping, and climb a ladder
Must have a valid Texas driver license and good driving record
Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
High school diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

Previous maintenance experience, which includes work with boilers, chillers, electrical, plumbing, or other mechanical equipment

Responsibilities

Assists Stationary Engineers in providing adequate HVAC (heating, cooling, electrical, plumbing) and maintaining equipment for the museum physical plant and other properties
Maintains museum vehicles, grounds, and other special projects
Reviews daily equipment logs for accuracy
Completes assigned work orders in a timely fashion
Escorts E&F contractors to work sites on MFAH properties and supervise work
Works on installation and de-installation of exhibitions with Curatorial, Preparations, Lighting, and Electrical
Installs and de-installs banners for exhibitions
Sets up and breaks down tables, chairs, and other equipment for events
Assists in the installation and de-installation of the Retail shop for rotating exhibitions
Operates various aerial lifts (20ft to 85ft) and fork lifts to complete tasks
Drives cargo van, box truck, and pickup truck to and from work sites
Protects museum properties during natural disasters (hurricanes, floods, ice storms, etc.)
Performs other duties as assigned