Facilities Maintenance Technician

The Magic House, St. Louis Children's Museum•Kirkwood, MO

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide ongoing assistance to the Maintenance Department, supporting both indoor and outdoor needs of all facilities. This role requires an employee to act in an honest, mature, and professional manner at all times, treating visitors and co-workers with respect and courtesy. Employees are expected to avoid conflicts of interest, safeguard The Magic House property, and report to work on time with a positive attitude.

Requirements

Minimum high school diploma
One to three years of experience working in a facilities support role
Valid Driver’s License
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Demonstrates good judgment with the ability to solve problems by weighing and evaluating options
Demonstrated excellence in organization and time management skills
Excellent customer service skills-helpful, friendly, and patient attitude
Ability to multi-task with a high level of output, detail, and accuracy
Positive, optimistic attitude
Reliable and dependable
Strong work ethic

Nice To Haves

college degree preferred

Responsibilities

Perform routine light maintenance tasks including replacing light bulbs, changing HVAC filters, and painting touch-up work.
Conduct routine inspections of buildings, exhibits, and grounds to identify and report maintenance needs.
Follow the weekly schedule of power washing, including sidewalks, outdoor spaces and fixtures, and interior furniture requiring washing.
Manage the distribution of Museum deliveries including deliveries to MADE for Kids.
Support custodial staff on an as-needed basis.
Assist with special projects as needed including the installation/take down of outdoor holiday decorations, traveling, temporary, and permanent exhibits.
Support the Warehouse through organization and exhibit fabrication as an assistant to the Fabricator.
Manage the parking lot including guest vehicles, school buses, and deliveries.
Set up, arrange, and tear down tables, chairs, audio/visual equipment, and other furnishings required for meetings, programs, rentals, and special events.
Provide cold weather support by spreading ice melt and shoveling walkways to ensure a safe environment for visitors and employees.
Work as a team member with Museum management to provide a safe and customer-focused environment.
Support overall buildings, grounds, and maintenance tasks as needed.
Participate in trainings as required by the organization.
Perform other duties as assigned.