• Perform routine building repairs and general maintenance throughout the Museum.

• Complete painting, touch-ups, wall preparation, patching, spackling, sanding, and minor drywall repairs.

• Perform light carpentry, including basic repairs to trim, doors, shelving, displays, furniture, and other building components.

• Assist with minor repairs and replacement of door hardware, locks, handles, hinges, ceiling tiles, fixtures, and similar items.

• Assemble, install, move, and repair furniture, shelving, signage, displays, and equipment as needed.

• Use common hand and power tools safely and appropriately.

• Identify maintenance issues during routine work and report larger or specialized repair needs to the Director of Facilities.

• Assist outside contractors and vendors with access, setup, or projects when requested.

Museum, Exhibit & Event Support

• Assist with general upkeep of galleries, public spaces, offices, classrooms, theater areas, and back-of-house spaces.

• Help install, move, repair, or maintain non-collection exhibit components, barriers, signage, and displays under staff direction.

• Assist with room setups, breakdowns, and movement of tables, chairs, equipment, and materials for Museum programs and special events.

• Help with seasonal projects, facility improvement projects, and other hands-on assignments as needed.

• Maintain a clean and safe work area and follow Museum safety procedures.

Qualifications/Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Prior experience in building maintenance, handyman work, construction, property maintenance, carpentry, painting, or a related hands-on field preferred.

• Working knowledge of basic painting, spackling, light carpentry, hardware repair, and general building maintenance.

• Comfortable using common hand tools and basic power tools.

• Ability to work independently while also taking direction and working as part of the Facilities & Maintenance team.

• Dependable, punctual, organized, and able to complete assigned projects in a timely manner.

• Good judgment and attention to safety, especially when working around Museum visitors, exhibits, and equipment.

• Willingness to learn and assist with a wide variety of tasks. No two days at the Museum are exactly the same.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Ability to lift, carry, push, or move items weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Must be comfortable working from ladders and approved personnel lifts and following all required safety procedures and training.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and work with hands for extended periods.

• Work is performed throughout a large museum facility and may include indoor and outdoor areas, storage spaces, exhibit galleries, and maintenance areas.

• Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required based on Museum events, projects, or facility needs.

Schedule: