Museum Facilities Assistant

Racine Art Museum Association, Inc. Job Posting

Position Title:

Facilities Assistant

Date:
November 2025

Department:
Facilities

Status:
Full-time, Salaried, Exempt

Reports To:

Facilities Manager

Direct Reports: N/A

Compensation: $35, Annually

The Racine Art Museum Association’s (RAMA’s) two-campus organization consists of the Racine Art Museum (RAM) and the Charles

A. Wustum Museum of Fine Arts (Wustum). Located on the shores of Lake Michigan, RAM opened in May 2003 and expanded the work of the 85-year-old Wustum. It has become a popular destination for the 11 million residents of the Chicago‑Milwaukee corridor and visitors from across the US and beyond. RAMA operates both locations, using Wustum as its visual education center and the downtown campus, RAM, as home to its internationally recognized exhibitions of contemporary crafts.

RAM holds the largest collection of contemporary craft art (ceramics, wood, glass, fiber, metal, and art jewelry) in the United States. RAMA’s programs enhance rather than duplicate those offered by larger museums to the north and south. RAMA has been considered a leader in providing high quality arts education to people of all ages since the 1940s. Today, Wustum houses one of the largest studio arts education programs of any museum in Wisconsin.

The museums are accredited by the American Association of Museums, Washington, DC—only 3% of US museums have this distinction.

RAMA is seeking a candidate that is enthusiastic, team oriented, and proactive with the ability to work creatively and independently to join our dedicated and collaborative team.

This role is responsible for supporting the Facilities Manager with the maintenance, safety, and security of the Racine Art Museum (RAM), Wustum Museum, museum grounds, off‑site storage areas, and vehicles. Responsibilities include facility maintenance, event setup, supply procurement, painting, and general custodial tasks. While this position will work across all museum sites, the primary workspace is at Wustum.

• Assist the Facilities Manager in ensuring the maintenance, security, and overall functionality of RAM, Wustum, outdoor areas, and off‑site storage facilities. (50%)
• Assist in the procurement and upkeep of supplies, equipment, and materials to ensure the department is properly equipped and operational.
• Communicate with General Museum Assistants and/or contract workers to maintain cleaning schedules and task completion.
• Work with vendors and service providers for maintenance and building systems, including fire, HVAC, landscaping, elevators, and related services.
• Monitor and report facility and storage issues—on‑site and off‑site—to the Facilities Manager, collaborating with the Registrar and Collections team as needed.
• Assist in implementing sustainable maintenance practices and ensuring all building systems (HVAC, MEP, fire/life‑safety, and controls) are functional, compliant, and properly maintained.
• Paint and maintain building spaces—including offices, galleries, and outdoor areas—for exhibitions, events, and general upkeep.
• Assist in maintaining and communicating facilities‑related policies and procedures, including emergency preparedness and disaster management.
• Support Exhibitions and Collections staff with art security, storage, and shipment logistics, and contribute to emergency preparedness planning as it relates to the collection.

• Assist the Facilities Manager in planning and executing large‑scale projects, such as renovations, construction, landscaping, and signage.
• Attend meetings with stakeholders and Board committees as assigned.

• Work collaboratively with staff and contractors to perform routine cleaning, maintenance, and repair tasks across all museum sites.
• Follow assigned cleaning and maintenance schedules to ensure a safe, efficient, and well‑maintained environment.

• Assist with event set‑up across campuses and support special activities.
• Contribute to and support the museum’s accreditation process.
• Perform other duties as assigned.