Facilities Associate

The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art • St. Petersburg, FL

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About The Position

The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art is seeking a dedicated and reliable individual to join our facilities team. If you're someone who takes pride in your work and enjoys working in a team-oriented environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Schedule: The museum is open 7 days a week with a full calendar of rental events. Weekend and evening availability is required for this position. This position is full-time, scheduled for 30 hours/week, on average.

Requirements

• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Demonstrated ability to work well as part of a team

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety practices and procedures used in housekeeping and building maintenance, preferred
• Knowledge of basic concepts, practices and procedures associated with electrical and mechanical systems and equipment, preferred
• Knowledge of basic cleaning methods and familiarity with materials, chemicals, supplies, and equipment used to clean offices and public buildings in an efficient and economical manner, preferred
• Experience working in an arts, cultural or entertainment organization, preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists with repairs and maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Sets up and arranges tables, chairs, and decorations to prepare museum rooms for meetings, internal events and rental events.
• Assists with painting, lighting and light carpentry
• Implements museum emergency and security procedures and policies
• Assists with the safe transfer of furniture, fixtures, equipment and art objects
• Sets up and troubleshoots A/V equipment including projector, screen, microphone and lighting
• Identifies and reports unusual conditions or situations affecting museum security, visitor/staff safety, and operations of the facility
• Oversees vendors while onsite
• Performs daily housekeeping duties, including cleaning, vacuuming, sanitizing, dusting and sweeping, in all public and behind-the-scenes spaces of the museum building including restrooms, breakrooms, exhibition and event rental spaces.
• Collects trash and transports it to dumpsters
• Performs other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed