Facilities and Maintenance Technician

Museum of Ice Cream • Chicago, IL

1d • $22 - $25

About The Position

The Facilities and Maintenance Technician supports their museum site and collaborates with Production, Construction, and Events teams in partnership with the Facilities and Maintenance Manager. You will receive deliverables from the Management Team and General Management, with responsibilities that intersect with operations and respond to the maintenance ticketing system. While much of the heavier work occurs on museum reset days, the Facilities and Maintenance Technicianwill actively participate in daily operations, troubleshooting smaller issues with equipment and the building. Additionally, you will assist the Facilities and Maintenance Managerin executing larger projects, repairs, and maintenance during pre-opening and post-closing shifts. This role directly reports to the on-site Facilities and Maintenance Manager.

Requirements

• Team-oriented
• Highly accountable
• Strong critical thinking abilities
• Positive, solution-oriented attitude
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Strong work ethic
• Eager to learn and handle detailed tasks
• Proficient in computer and tech skills
• Extensive tool knowledge
• General construction expertise
• Skilled in painting, carpentry, and finish work
• Knowledgeable in electrical and plumbing work
• Proficient in drywall and framing
• Ability to lift 40 lbs
• Knowledge of emergency procedures
• Able to stand for up to 8 hours per day

Nice To Haves

• Experience in welding and fabrication
• Skilled in tiling
• Experience with CAD and 3D printing
• Familiarity with fiberglass work
• High-level finish work capability

Responsibilities

• Complete daily task list in the Daily Binder.
• Order cleaning supplies as needed, and manage the distribution of products to the Clean Team.
• Repair current and outstanding items, and make predictions about facility needs for events and resets.
• Stay responsive and up-to-date on all email and Slack communications.
• Perform weekly preventive maintenance tasks, including painting, patching, light plumbing/electrical work, equipment diagnostics, organization, and cleaning.
• Take weekly inventory of supplies delivered to Facilities Management.
• Handle the shipping and receiving of facility supplies.
• Ensure compliance with the Facilities uniform policy.
• Participate in fire watch when alarms are down.
• Organize storage and mechanical closets.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the outside area and manage trash disposal.
• Take ownership of the hourly cleaning sheet.
• Work on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays.
• Have the option to accept or decline on-call work.
• Ensure checklists are complete and the museum is show-ready.
• Be willing to work late nights and early mornings as needed.
• Fill out and submit daily reports.

Benefits

• Annual pinkball (yes, it is “pink-tie” themed and you can bring a date!)
• Unlimited ice cream
• Competitive Pay
• 16 free museum tickets per year for friends and family, with free entry for self
• 50% off retail products

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees