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About the Role

The Facilities Maintenance Technician plays a critical role in advancing the museum’s mission by performing assigned duties and collaborating with the Building Operations and Safety department to ensure a safe and hazard-free environment in the new museum and executive offices.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled repairs involving light electrical, carpentry, plumbing, sheet-rocking, plastering, and painting.
• Conduct routine maintenance such as fixing structural damages, replacing air filters, and greasing equipment bearings.
• Repair plumbing to prevent water damage and restore fixture functionality.
• Address potential safety hazards like worn flooring or faulty thresholds.
• Paint areas with faded or chipped paint.
• Replace light bulbs and perform simple lighting fixture and outlet repairs.
• Clean art collection, gallery spaces, storage areas, and office spaces.
• Perform routine trash removal and recycling.
• Assist in monthly/quarterly/semi-annual inspections of facility cleaning and maintenance equipment.
• Ensure cleaning and sanitizing of spaces complies with OSHA standards.
• Assist in coordinating routine cleaning projects using appropriate equipment and supplies.
• Oversee waste management and recycling in accordance with local, state, and federal guidelines.
• Assist in coordinating and transporting office furniture and equipment.
• Assemble furniture according to manufacturer instructions.
• Operate standard floor-maintenance cleaning equipment.
• Inspect the maintenance and cleanliness of all museum areas and collaborate on correcting violations from city agencies.
• Manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions and work in teams on maintenance projects.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of museum staff and within the Building Operations and Security department.
• Exhibit initiative, flexibility, and teamwork.
• Work collaboratively to enhance the visitor experience.
• Read and understand oral and written instructions and communicate information effectively.
• Apply basic computer skills for email, correspondence, and research.
• Carry a company-owned cell phone during shifts.
• Respond to after-hours emergency calls affecting the museum building and offices.
• Promote the mission, vision, and values of the Studio Museum in Harlem.
• Follow all safety and prevention policies and procedures, including during emergencies.
• Perform seasonal snow removal as necessary.
• Assist in dropping routine mail to the local USPS postal office.
• Assist with performing moves using a U-Haul van/truck.
• Perform duties as a member of the Fire Brigade.
• Track, monitor, and replenish cleaning supplies and maintenance stock.
• Attend all assigned training and apply learned skills and OSHA compliance training.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Lives within walking distance of the Studio Museum in Harlem or in neighboring Harlem community.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a maintenance technician worker in a museum setting or class-A building.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English and in other languages.
• Possession of a NY State Driver’s License.
• Ability to operate scissor lift and Genie for replacing bulbs and fixtures.
• 30-hour OSHA Training.
• Sprinkler (12) and Standpipe (13) certificates issued by NYC-FDNY.
• Fire guard F-01 issued by NYC-FDNY.
• Ability to carry heavy office supplies, move office furniture, manage heavy trash, shovel and remove snow, broom sidewalks, storefront and roof areas.
• Able to bend, walk for extended periods, climb stairs, crawl inside mechanical room areas, use step ladders, and lift to 50-lbs.

Skills

• Skilled repairs (light electrical, carpentry, plumbing, sheet-rocking, plastering, painting)
• Routine maintenance (HVAC filters, equipment bearings)
• Plumbing repair
• Safety hazard identification and correction
• Painting
• Lighting fixture repair
• Cleaning (art collection, galleries, offices)
• Trash removal and recycling
• Equipment inspection
• OSHA compliance
• Floor-care equipment operation
• Waste management
• Furniture assembly
• Basic computer skills (email, correspondence, internet research)
• Effective communication
• Teamwork
• Initiative
• Flexibility
• Ability to read and understand instructions
• Ability to carry a company-owned cell phone
• Ability to respond to after-hours calls
• Ability to follow safety policies and procedures
• Snow removal
• Mail delivery
• Furniture and equipment moving
• Fire Brigade duties
• Supply and stock monitoring

Location

• Harlem

Work Type

• Part-time
• Non-exempt (eligible for overtime pay)

Experience Level

• 5 years experience as a maintenance technician worker
• 8 years experience as an Environmental Service Worker

Education Level

• High School Diploma or GED certificate or equivalent experience
• Two-Year associate degree in building management

Salary/Compensations

• $29 an hour
• Approximately 20 hours a week on average

About the Company

• The Studio Museum in Harlem is an institution that advances its mission through the work of its staff.
• The museum is committed to having an inclusive and transparent environment where every voice is heard and acknowledged.
• The museum embraces differences and recognizes that a diverse team is a strength that drives success.

Equal Opportunity

• The Studio Museum in Harlem is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, gender identification, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or political affiliation.
• We celebrate our inclusive work environment and encourage folks of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.
• We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a given role. Therefore, if much of this job description describes you, then you are highly encouraged to apply for this role.