Facilities Maintenance Technician

Meow Wolf•Denver, CO

17d•Onsite

About The Position

Meow Wolf opens portals of possibility. Come as you are! We are individuals who inspire creativity in people's lives through art and exploration, so that our combined imaginations can transform the world we live in. We create immersive and interactive experiences that transport audiences into fantastic realms of story and exploration. Our Vision is to be the world’s leading creative company, reimagining the paradigm of art and storytelling, to make a positive difference in the world. We share a strong commitment to Belonging through our values of: Collaborative Creativity, Provocative Playfulness, Outsiders Welcome, Authentic Compassion, and Audacious Courage. Reporting to the Facilities Manager, you will support all aspects of the building facilities operations, perform maintenance and inspection routines, support the exhibition staff when they convey problematic facility findings, and support the work of third-party vendors to maintain and improve a fully functioning, safe, and engaging exhibition and facility. The Facility Maintenance Technician will conduct all maintenance, inspection, repairs, and improvements for the facilities (the exhibition site and offsite warehouse). You will play a strong role in identifying catastrophic building failures and suggesting methods to mitigate impact to the exhibition. You will be actively involved in suggesting ways that our carbon footprint and impact to our environment can be mitigated. You are responsible for ensuring that a high quality of work is performed and for entering preventative maintenance and inspection activities into the chosen Meow Wolf CMMS maintenance management software. You will perform frequent site inspections and regularly communicate with all members of the exhibition team.

Requirements

3-5 Years of professional experience working in Building Facilities Maintenance, Commercial Construction, Commercial Trades, or Building Renovation in one or more of the following disciplines: HVAC: Repair, Installation, Maintenance, Programming/scheduling, inspection; Electrical: Repair, Installation, Maintenance, Inspection; Plumbing: Repair, Installation, Maintenance, Inspection; Life Safety: Fire Smoke Alarms/Sprinklers, Fire Pump/riser, Maintenance, Installation; Construction: Framing, Drywall, Door/window Installation, Renovation
Strong mechanical, electrical and fabrication aptitude
Ability to read MEP plans, schematics and architectural drawings
Expertise in welding, power tools, shop tools and multifaceted fabrication, assembly, and mounting techniques
OSHA 10 certified or willingness to be trained
Strong respect of safe work practices, regulatory requirements and duty cycle needs of equipment, including proficiency in the safe and proper use of power equipment and tools, heavy and light machinery, and building materials.
Ability to respond with grace to multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced work environment
Knowledge of facility standards, codes and regulations
Computer skills, including knowledge of Google Suite, maintenance software, and the ability to learn and apply new software applications.
Embody and demonstrate exceptional customer service skills, even in stressful and/or demanding situations.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
A deep respect for safe working standards is required to work on site.

Nice To Haves

Prior work experience in a retail, museum, recreation facility, or other public space, or in a creative organization preferred
Certifications in aerial work platforms, working at heights, fall protection standards, welding, fire life safety, fork lift, rigging, Mechanical and Electrical preferred.
Ability to interpret site plans of the facility as it pertains to electrical, structural, MEP, etc is preferred.
CAD drafting skills preferred

Responsibilities

Safely conduct maintenance repair, tasks, inspections and upkeep of all building systems including HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Suppression, Fire Safety, Electrical, structural, walls, floors and ceilings and others as defined by leadership to ensure the full functionality of the site on a regular and consistent basis.
Play a role in encouraging a professional, respectful and empowering work environment
Actively participate in a disposal, reuse, and recycling program taking a strong interest in the best interests of the environment as a whole.
Encourage, and maintain internal and cross-departmental communication
Play a role in providing a memorable and uniquely Meow Wolf level of service to guests and staff
Play a role in maintaining a high quality of vendor and supplier relationships
Support the tracking of inspections and maintenance details of Facility assets according to the maintenance policy
Ensure compliance with all safety and security protocols
Work closely with contractors such as electricians, plumbers, HVAC, mechanics and technicians.
As necessary, respond to emergency calls for all alarm services or building emergencies.
Report on the use and low inventory of critical spare parts on hand to support the need for sufficient quantities
Follow the prescribed inspection schedule for checking the physical site and equipment for safety, cleanliness and good repair.
Other duties as assigned