Maintenance Technician

1830 Simond Ave, Austin TX

Description

ABOUT THINKERY Thinkery is where Austin’s children and their families come to enjoy play-based, inquiry-rich, hands-on learning experiences. We believe that innovative, play-based, STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) learning experiences are a powerful way for children to develop problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and curiosity about the world around them. Our exhibits and programs encourage children—alongside their caregivers—to solve creative challenges, explore a variety of materials, and to develop new ways to complete unfamiliar projects. Through these activities, children gain the tools and confidence to develop and grow into enthusiastic, creative, lifelong STEAM learners and thinkers. ABOUT THE ROLE The Facilities Technician performs maintenance of the facility with a focus on safety and assists with ensuring that the facility follows all applicable regulations. This employee recommends and executes improvements to the facility as needed to ensure a high quality, safe and functional space. The Facilities Technician is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing the facility and facility systems. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Perform daily facility inspections to assess safety, functionality, and sanitation. Execute ongoing preventative maintenance and repair of the facility Be on call for off hour emergencies and situations relating to the facility and facility systems. Fulfilling museum staff facility requests to make accommodations for special events or programs. Assist with workshop cleanliness, organization, and safety. Assist with emergency responses and evacuations. Collaborate with exhibits team when gallery improvements have significant facility impacts. Administrative functions: Communicate with museum staff on repair issues and address concerns in a timely, efficient, and professional manner. Attend and participate in both departmental and organizational meetings. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES None EXPERIENCE/ CREDENTIALS Maintenance experience required. Fabrication and construction experience preferred. Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing required. Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office. Must be able to read and understand building and product schematics. Valid driver’s license and reliable form of transportation. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position is very active. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to: Observe and react to needs of guests, staff, volunteers and community partners. Move throughout the museum. Manipulate, lift and/or move materials weighing up to 80 pounds. Bending/stooping, kneeling, reaching and laying down on hard surfaces. Carry, climb and execute work on ladders. Move and utilize a single person lift and forklift. Communicate and respond to safety hazards. Occasionally work in outdoor environments. OTHER REQUIREMENTS Schedule is Sunday through Thursday Periodic duties outside of/in excess of regular work week schedule during seasonal high-volume times. Fully vaccinated for COVID-19 at the time of on-boarding with accommodations for religious and medical exemptions. Assist in engaging and sustaining volunteers through introduction, information sharing and oversight (when applicable). Proactively provide support ensuring each volunteer has a productive, safe and meaningful experience. Represent Thinkery’s key values of inclusion, excellence, respect, innovation, playfulness, cooperation, and creativity. Steward a culture of cross-department communication, collaboration, and support work. Commitment to support Thinkery’s dedication to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility initiatives.