Guthrie Theater: Building Engineer

818 South 2nd Street, Minneapolis MN

Description

Reports to: Building Engineer Manager THE ORGANIZATION The Guthrie Theater engages exceptional theater artists in the exploration of both classic and contemporary plays connecting the community we serve to one another and to the world. Through its extraordinary artists, staff and facility, the Guthrie is committed to the people of Minnesota, and from its place, rooted deeply in the Twin Cities, influences the field as a leading 21st century arts organization. Every year more than 500 people, both on stage and off, help ensure our success in creating and supporting the highest level of theater. As an organization, we are committed to our values of Artistic Excellence; Community; Equity, Diversity and Inclusion; and Fiscal Responsibility. LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT The Guthrie Theater would like to acknowledge that we gather on the traditional land of the Dakota People and honor with gratitude the land itself and the people who have stewarded it throughout the generations, including the Ojibwe and other Indigenous nations. THE POSITION The Building Engineer will ensure that all building maintenance repair requirements are met. The Building Engineer reports to the Building Engineer Manager and will maintain all aspects of the Guthrie Theater from structure to heating and cooling to electrical infrastructure ventilation, wall outlets, and light fixtures. As the theater operates daily and is focused on patron and program needs, a flexible schedule is required. All employees are expected to center, model and champion the Guthrie’s core values of Artistic Excellence; Community; Equity, Diversity and Inclusion; and Fiscal Responsibility. This temporary position is full-time, exempt and benefits-eligible, with an anticipated duration of 6 months from the date of hire. Compensation for this position is $63,150 annually plus benefits. The typical schedule for this role will vary based on the dynamic schedule of a theater. The Guthrie is dedicated to building an equitable environment that is mixed across lines of difference and strongly encourages applications from Black, Indigenous, People of Color, women, transgender and non-binary candidates. This position will remain open until filled and until a diverse and qualified pool of candidates is identified. Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theater field are strongly encouraged to apply. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Building Maintenance • Maintain the Guthrie property to ensure the building is functioning properly. • Maintain boilers, chillers, cooling towers and all other equipment related to HVAC throughout the building. • Assist the Building Engineer Manager with managing space temperatures. Respond to internal climate control requests. • Maintain HVAC units, including filter and belt replacements, as directed. • Assist the Building Engineer Manger with the building automation system. • Perform daily water chemical treatment testing. • Proactively monitor light bulbs in the building and maintain lightbulb inventory. • Perform routine inspections and evaluations of facility condition and ensure efficient practices. • Maintain exterior thoroughfares for safe passage. Remove snow. Salt paths as needed. Complete other grounds work as required. • Provide support for landscape work as requested. • Perform touch-up painting and drywall patching as needed. • Complete other duties as assigned. 2. Operations • Maintain a Preventive Maintenance Schedule to perform regular checkups so as to avoid breakdown and disrepair. Contribute to and maintain appropriate building records and logs as required. • Complete assigned maintenance work orders. Maintain log of orders completed. • Assist Guest and Audience Service departments through facilities best practices to maintain patron comfort and safety. • Assist in safety and security management to ensure safe and secure conditions. Check vacant spaces regularly. • Maintain fire codes and fire extinguishers and assist with testing of equipment. • Repair mechanical equipment as directed. • Maintain keys to all spaces, keeping all marked and organized. • Monitor utility usage and be responsible for building energy management, including but not limited to time clocks and preventive maintenance. • Foster a work environment incorporating the Guthrie values of Artistic Excellence; Community; Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion; and Fiscal Responsibility. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND QUALIFICATIONS • Prior experience providing building maintenance at a large, complex facility. Formal, informal and cross-disciplinary experiences will be considered. • Class C Boiler License Required. • Demonstrated experience and knowledge with plumbing repair preferred. • Willingness and dexterity to approach and resolve mechanical-related issues. • Must be able and willing to lift, squat, kneel, reach and be on your feet for the entirety of your shift. • Must have prior experience communicating effectively and maintaining a positive attitude toward staff, guests and volunteers. • Ability to work independently as wells as to quickly redirect efforts to new tasks when job reassignments occur. • Experience, ability, and commitment to working with individuals and teams that are mixed across lines of difference such as race, gender-identity, sexual orientation, religion, ability, age, class and immigrant status. • Must be willing and able to work flexible hours/days reflective of the dynamic schedule of a theater. A NOTE FROM HUMAN RESOURCES For the safety of our guests and staff, the Guthrie Theater requires employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Documentation of vaccination status must be provided if an offer of employment is made. Applicants must submit the following to be considered for the position: • Cover letter • Resume Apply online here: