Facilities Technician

St. Louis Symphony Orchestra•St. Louis, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

In conjunction with the Facilities team, the Facilities Technician provides hands-on support for the daily repair and maintenance of historic Powell Hall and the Jack C. Taylor Music Center. This role is focused on “boots-on-the-ground” work, serving as a key resource for general repairs, troubleshooting, and facility upkeep. With an emphasis on handyman-type work, the Technician handles minor carpentry, plumbing, electrical repairs, patching, painting, and equipment fixes, ensuring issues are resolved quickly and efficiently. The role also supports events by assisting with setup and breakdown, adjusting building systems, and responding to real-time facility needs during performances. Coordination with vendors and support of front-of-house and production teams are also essential.

Requirements

Hands-on support for daily repair and maintenance.
General repairs, troubleshooting, and facility upkeep.
Minor carpentry, plumbing, electrical repairs, patching, painting, and equipment fixes.
Event support including setup and breakdown.
Adjusting building systems.
Responding to real-time facility needs during performances.
Coordination with vendors.
Support of front-of-house and production teams.
Basic exterior upkeep, including trash removal and grounds touch-ups.
Troubleshooting HVAC, plumbing, and electrical issues.
Completing basic administrative tasks using established templates.
Effective communication with staff, musicians, and guest artists.

Responsibilities

Maintain a strong understanding of emergency evacuation and shelter-in-place procedures. Serve as a key on-site responder during alarms or incidents, investigating issues and taking immediate corrective action or escalating as needed.
Serve as the primary facilities contact during performances and rehearsals. Manage lobby lighting, monitor HVAC systems, and respond to real-time facility needs to ensure optimal comfort and readiness.
Conduct routine walk-throughs to identify and address safety, maintenance, and appearance issues. Perform basic exterior upkeep, including trash removal and grounds touch-ups.
Respond to facility and equipment issues (HVAC, plumbing, electrical) through hands-on troubleshooting or coordination with the Building Engineer. Complete basic administrative tasks using established templates.
Foster a positive, team-oriented environment through effective communication with staff, musicians, and guest artists.