Building Services Assistant

Museum of Fine Arts, Houston•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Building Services Assistant is responsible for completing assigned work orders, moving items, setting up for events, responding to cleanup requests, and performing routine housekeeping and maintenance tasks. This role also involves operating various equipment and vehicles, and assisting engineers as needed. Additionally, the assistant is expected to protect museum properties during natural disasters and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Can lift or carry 51–100 lbs., in tandem, and may frequently lift or carry objects up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance.
Must be able perform a variety of physical tasks including lifting heavy boxes, furniture, and equipment, bending and stooping, and performing work such as climbing ladders, sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, operating leaf blower, backpack vacuum, and wet vacuum.
Able to work on feet most of the day
Must be dependable, cooperative, and willing to be available on-call (24 hours) if needed for emergencies
Must be flexible to work additional hours, including evenings & weekends, or to cover for other shifts as needed
Must be able to work under pressure in a proactive manner, independently and in the presence of tight deadlines
Must have a valid Texas driver's license and a good driving record
Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Nice To Haves

Prior general maintenance experience preferred

Responsibilities

Completes assigned work orders in a proper and timely fashion
Moves furniture, boxes, and other large items as needed
Picks up and delivers items between museum buildings
Sets up and breaks down tables, chairs, and other equipment for meetings and events
Responds to spills and other cleanup requests on exterior
Removes trash and litter from museum grounds, buildings, entrances and keeping trash bins emptied and clean
Ensures work areas and engineering offices are clean
Cleans drains in water features and storm drains
Washes docks, freight elevators, landings, and doormats
Washes and cleans museum vehicles as needed
Sets and removes recycling bins on specified pickup days; delivers bins to museum locations as needed
Assists engineers in conducting routine repairs, maintenance and painting, as needed
Performs other routine housekeeping and maintenance tasks
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