Facilities Associate

The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art

Facilities Associate

St. Petersburg, FL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Are you looking for a job where you can feel valued and make a difference? The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art is seeking a dedicated and reliable individual to join our facilities team. If you're someone who takes pride in your work and enjoys working in a team-oriented environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. **

    Schedule:** The museum is open 7 days a week with a full calendar of rental events. Weekend availability is required for this position.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
    Facilities

    • Assists with repairs and maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
    • Sets up and arranges tables, chairs, and decorations to prepare museum rooms for meetings, internal events and rental events.
    • Assists with painting, lighting and light carpentry
    • Implements museum emergency and security procedures and policies
    • Assists with the safe transfer of furniture, fixtures, equipment and art objects
    • Sets up and troubleshoots A/V equipment including projector, screen, microphone and lighting
    • Identifies and reports unusual conditions or situations affecting museum security, visitor/staff safety, and operations of the facility
    • Oversees vendors while onsite

    Housekeeping

    • Performs daily housekeeping duties, including cleaning, vacuuming, sanitizing, dusting and sweeping, in all public and behind-the-scenes spaces of the museum building including restrooms, breakrooms, exhibition and event rental spaces.
    • Collects trash and transports it to dumpsters
    • Performs other duties as assigned

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

    • Excellent communication and customer service skills
    • Demonstrated ability to work well as part of a team
    • Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety practices and procedures used in housekeeping and building maintenance, preferred
    • Knowledge of basic concepts, practices and procedures associated with electrical and mechanical systems and equipment, preferred
    • Knowledge of basic cleaning methods and familiarity with materials, chemicals, supplies, and equipment used to clean offices and public buildings in an efficient and economical manner, preferred
    • Experience working in an arts, cultural or entertainment organization, preferred