Apprentice Engineer
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston•Houston, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
The Apprentice Engineer assists Stationary Engineers in maintaining the museum's physical plant and other properties, ensuring adequate HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems. This role also involves maintaining museum vehicles, grounds, and participating in various projects related to exhibitions and events. The position requires a willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, and overtime, and to respond to emergency calls. As part of the essential staff, the Apprentice Engineer will also protect museum properties during natural disasters.
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
Nice To Haves
- Previous maintenance experience, which includes work with boilers, chillers, electrical, plumbing, or other mechanical equipment preferred
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
- As part of the essential staff- protects museum properties during natural disasters (hurricanes, floods, ice storms, etc.)
- Performs other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
