Facilities Technician - Part Time

The Facilities Technician (FT) is responsible for supporting site stewardship, security, and programming in accordance with Boscobel’s strategic goals and institutional values. The FT plays a key role in the museum’s operations, public service, and sustainability.

Facilities Techs reports to the Facilities Manager and works collaboratively with staff colleagues and vendors. They support programming by providing set-up and other services to other departments, guests, and clients; and are responsible for following policies, procedures, and using equipment and technologies that achieve the highest possible standards in safety, stewardship and sustainability, and professionalism. The position is a non-exempt, full-time position averaging 40 hours/week, with at least one weekend day/evening onsite per week. All Boscobel employees are expected to work periodic special events throughout the year, including certain holidays.

Specific duties to be performed:

Gardens and grounds stewardship

• Mow, trim, prune, weed, deadhead, and water trees and plants, mulch, fertilize, plant, etc., safely and effectively using the equipment/materials provided
• Remove litter, fallen leaves, invasives, cuttings, branches, debris, etc.
• Keep drives, paths, and other areas clear of ice and snow
• Alert management to hazards and potential (dangling branches, flooding, pests, poison ivy, etc.)
• Welcome, support, and monitor site volunteers, guest experts, vendors, etc.

Building/vehicle/equipment Maintenance

• Maintain a clean and safe workplace including in Boscobel vehicles
• Dust/wash/polish surfaces, sweep and mop floors, clean toilets, remove garbage/recycling, etc.
• Make minor building repairs such as malfunctioning doors, etc.
• Keep light fixtures and security/safety devices in working order by changing bulbs/batteries
• Maintain strictest standards for pest control (mice, wasps, feral cats, etc.)
• Know how and when to use appropriately shut-offs/restarts for essential systems site-wide: water, electricity, HVAC, security, lighting, wi-fi, etc.
• Welcome and support site volunteers, guest experts, vendors, etc.

Program/Guest Services Support

• Politely enforce Visitor Guidelines and site perimeters, and support fellow team members, program partners, and outside vendors in doing the same
• Shield guests as much as possible from potential noise, mess, disruption, and harm from groundskeeping and other maintenance activities
• Provide set-up for programs, meetings, etc. (chairs, tables, av equipment, decorations, etc.)
• Maintain amenities such as restrooms, seating, signage, trash receptacles, golf cart, etc.
• Politely direct and/or escort guests to parking, Visitor Center, program spaces, etc.

General Duties

• Understand and implement emergency response including guest/staff injuries, power outages, disruptive/violent behavior, fire, storms, etc.
• Maintain equipment and vehicles as directed (refuel, clean, appropriately store/organize/label, replace parts, bring in for service, alert management to malfunctions, etc.)
• Make pick-ups/deliveries in provided vehicles
• Perform opening/closing procedures for buildings and site
• Other duties as required

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate equipment such as snow blowers, tractors, lawn maintenance equipment, power tools, etc.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations. Work entails moving about the 112-acre site, extended periods outdoors in all weather conditions, working in areas only accessible by stairs or ladders, and the ability to lift and carry up to 80 pounds in dead weight
• Must be service-oriented with guests, colleagues, volunteers, tenants, and other stakeholders
• Must be able to uphold the museum’s dress code and other policies, procedures, and Core Values
• Must be able to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

Compensation and Benefits for qualified applicants:

• Hourly rate range of $18.00-$21.000 depending on experience
• Staff discount in museum store
• Access and free admission to numerous museums and cultural institutions
• Professional development opportunities

Boscobel is committed to diversifying its audience and workforce. Veterans and candidates of any gender, ethnicity, race, religion, and cultural background are encouraged to apply.To apply, please send your resume to [email protected].