BUILDING MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN WANTED

Department: Facilities

Reports to: Building Supervisor

Classification: Non-exempt, full-time with benefits

Hourly rate: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour depending on experience in a similar role

This is an onsite, Boston-based position. Local candidates strongly preferred. No agencies, please.

Isabella Stewart Gardner believed that art had the power to change lives and she built a beautiful, personal, and immersive Museum setting to do so. Today the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum (ISGM) is a living embodiment of her bold vision; it’s a dynamic place where ideas and creativity in all its forms inspire visitors. Through exhibitions, music, programs, and performances we strive to tell new stories and challenge assumptions by engaging diverse voices and community members.

Our Core Values are:

Creativity is our Legacy

Community is our Purpose

The Collection is our Catalyst

Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion are our Commitments

The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum seeks to connect past with present, develop and sustain mutually beneficial partnerships with our local communities and artists, expand and diversify our audiences, and generate opportunities for creativity. We are firmly committed to creating both an inclusive work culture and a welcoming visitor experience. Our five-year strategic plan outlines the Museum’s core values, goals, and initiatives that serve as a renewal of Isabella’s promise for the Museum to be a place for “the education and enjoyment of the public forever.”

Position Summary

The Building Maintenance Technician is primarily responsible for performing maintenance and repairs of plumbing, mechanical, HVAC, and other systems and equipment throughout the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum’s facilities. Under the direction of the Building Supervisor, the Building Maintenance Technician maintains the safety, appearance, and care of Museum facilities and equipment to ensure a positive, welcoming experience for Museum visitors and staff.

Essential Functions and Primary Responsibilities

Perform a wide variety of general building maintenance repairs and services; troubleshoot and repair building systems including plumbing, mechanical, and HVAC.

Troubleshoot and make recommendations for repair of complex building systems.

Schedule and complete the preventative maintenance program.

Replace washers, faucets and seals on malfunctioning plumbing equipment; repair leaky faucets and clean clogged drains.

Responsible for alerting the Building Manager of any unusual occurrence and/or damage that has taken place or that may occur.

Responsible for the completion of all maintenance service requests as assigned.

Maintain monthly inspection and maintenance of buildings and HVAC equipment.

Monitor and replace light bulbs throughout facilities; lift use required.

Perform glass cleaning in areas that require lifts and ladders.

Monitor batteries on all building systems; replace as needed or yearly.

Responsible for snow removal, including shoveling.

Assist in setup and breakdown of Museum events.

Respond to emergency maintenance requests as required; on-call coverage

Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Certificate in trade school or at least three years of equivalent work experience related to facilities and/or maintenance.

Self motivated to complete tasks and able to work independently.

Excellent customer service skills.

Ability to use equipment such as, but not limited to, lawn mowers, snow blowers, people lifts, bobcats, and floor machines.

Able to follow all safety and conservation protocols to protect staff, visitors, and the collection.

Able to lift/push/pull up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly.

Able to climb ladders and work from ladders.

Commitment to advancing the ISGM’s diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion (DEAI) initiatives.

Ability to work overtime or non-standard hours when required.

Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Desirable

Museum and/or non-profit experience.

COVID-19 Protocols

All employees of the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum are required to provide their COVID-19 vaccination status. If you are not vaccinated, you will need to participate in an interactive process to request a religious or medical accommodation and to submit weekly test results, in addition to following other federal, state and CDC recommendations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Diversity, Equity, Access, and Inclusion is one of the core values we hold close to our business practices. The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum is committed to affording equal opportunities to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, gender, gender identity, genetics, military/veteran status, pregnancy, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable laws.

If you are interested in this role, please apply directly through the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum website: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/2640650

Request an Accommodation

Applicants with disabilities who are unable to fully access ISGM's online application system may contact us at hr@isgm.org for assistance with a reasonable accommodation.

Salary Description

$24.00 - $27.00 per hour depending on experience