Facilities Maintenance Technician

Location:

120 6TH AVE N STE 100, Seattle, WA, , United States

Job Title:

Facilities Maintenance Technician

Reports to:

Manager of Facilities + Engineering

Supervises:
Does not supervise staff

Salary: $32.03 per hour

The Facilities + Venue Maintenance Technician is primarily responsible for day-to-day operations of the building’s mechanical equipment and maintenance of the building systems, including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and other maintenance needs. They respond to daily maintenance requests and perform scheduled maintenance work around the building as assigned. They are responsible for performing all assigned duties in a safe, professional, and efficient manner according to established policies and procedures.

• Assist with the maintenance and operation of all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, equipment and building-related systems, and minor structural repairs (ceiling, floor, door, etc.).
• Support the functional operation of fire/life safety systems.
• Perform regularly scheduled preventative maintenance tasks to ensure all building equipment is functioning properly.
• Oversee contractors in their work on behalf of the museum.
• Work with external departments to understand their needs to build and maintain positive, productive and professional relations.
• Maintain a clean and tidy work environment.
• Promote and maintain safe work practices focusing on overall safety.
• Operate man lifts, forklifts, hand tools and other equipment essential to performing maintenance and repairs to the facility.
• May be assigned to a single building as the sole engineer under limited supervision.
• Participate in and contribute to the team’s successes.
• Assist with special projects as directed.

• Two (2) plus years of professional experience in the field of facilities maintenance, construction or fabrication.
• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and refrigeration equipment.
• Familiarity with power distribution and lighting systems.
• Familiarity with building management systems (BMS), Siemens technology preferred.
• Experience with CMMS systems, Service Channel preferred.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, comprised mostly evenings and late shift work.
• Familiarity with scissor lifts, forklifts and scaffolding.
• Knowledge of stage construction and event setup.
• Ability and willingness to learn new things within the scope of assigned work.
• Natural team player and collaborator.
• Effective communication skills, oral and written.
• Strong drive to provide excellent customer service internally and externally.
• Ability to solve practical problems and navigate a variety of situations where only limited information exists.
• Detail oriented with ability to work effectively in a dynamic, high volume, unique and multi-tasking environment.
• Skilled in interpreting a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of employees, handle stress and stay organized, focused, even‑tempered, and congenial in stressful situations.
• Commitment to work safety, accident prevention, and the safety of co‑workers.
• Must possess a valid WA state Driver License, or the ability to obtain one.
• Experience in building trades, including carpentry, patching and painting walls, electrical, and plumbing.
• Ability to work in high and/or confined spaces.

This full‑time position includes Medical/Vision insurance, Dental insurance, 3.08 hours of accrued vacation per bi‑weekly pay period, Seattle Sick/Safe, up to 8 company holidays paid throughout the year, EAP, 401(k) plan with vested match schedule once eligible, and subsidized transportation benefits for Orca Pass or parking.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace, and we are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We believe that having staff, interns, and volunteers with diverse backgrounds enables us to better meet our mission and encourage BIPOC, women, and LGBTQIA2S+ individuals to apply. We acknowledge that our work to build safe spaces and better systems for traditionally marginalized groups is ongoing and will require constant vigilance.

Please email jobs if you need reasonable accommodations during the application or hiring process. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At MOPOP, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you are excited about a role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.