Maintenance Utility - Mechanic;

The Henry Ford is a nonprofit organization, an internationally recognized cultural destination, and a one-of-a-kind workplace. The Henry Ford provides unique educational experiences based on authentic objects, stories, and lives from America's traditions of ingenuity, resourcefulness and innovation. Our purpose is to inspire people to learn from these traditions to help shape a better future. Our team is inspired daily by one another as well as the authentic stories of innovation that we share across our four venues.

We want you to be part of this legacy and take it forward and that aligns with our core values of being Welcoming, Curious, Authentic, and Passionate.

This role performs a wide variety of skilled maintenance, mechanical, fabrication, and facility support tasks to maintain the cleanliness, safety, functionality, and appearance of The Henry Ford facilities and grounds. This position operates heavy equipment and aerial lifts, supports special projects and events, performs preventive maintenance, and provides technical and mechanical expertise across multiple systems and equipment types.

• Safely operate heavy equipment and aerial lifts including skid steers, tractors, front‑end loaders, boom lifts, scissor lifts, snowplows, and grounds maintenance equipment
• Perform equipment setup, inspections, operation, and shutdown procedures in accordance with safety standards
• Support facility maintenance operations while following all workplace safety procedures and PPE requirements
• Manage inventory and ordering of fuel, batteries, lubricants, replacement parts, and maintenance supplies
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and safety standards within the Modern Garage and storage area
• Coordinate preventive maintenance schedules and monitor equipment condition and service needs
• Organize training, certifications, and recertifications with vendors and internal departments while maintaining compliance records
• Serve as liaison for departments utilizing fleet vehicles, heavy equipment, and motorized machinery
• Support equipment scheduling, maintenance coordination, and operational readiness across departments
• Assist with additional operational and maintenance duties as assigned

• Perform MIG/TIG welding, fabrication, brazing, soldering, and copper pipe soldering
• Operate machining equipment including milling machines, drill presses, and other shop tools
• Troubleshoot, repair, fabricate, and maintain facility systems, vehicles, small engines, custodial equipment, trailers, and groundskeeping machinery
• Perform preventive maintenance and mechanical diagnostics to ensure equipment reliability and operational readiness
• Inspect, maintain, and service aerial lifts and access equipment to ensure safe and compliant operation
• Maintains the grounds of Henry Ford Museum & Greenfield Village on a year‑round daily basis
• Works with part‑time staff for timely completion of projects and assignments as directed by facilities management
• Contributes to effective team management of all tasks, projects, and troubleshoots problems, issues and opportunities
• Acts as a team player and provides expertise within the team and guidance for other teams as appropriate
• Responsible for support and integration of sustainable practice in grounds activities as guided

• 18 years of age or older
• Valid driver's license
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in welding and machinist operations and/or equipment operations

• Certification in aerial lift operation (e.g. boom or scissor lift)
• Heavy equipment operator certification or documented training
• CPR/First Aid certification

• Knowledge of safe heavy equipment and aerial lift operation
• Basic mechanical skills and troubleshooting ability for equipment maintenance and repair
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety standards
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team
• Good communication skills…