Facilities Technician bei The Historic New Orleans Collection

Description

The Historic New Orleans Collection (HNOC) is a museum, research center, and publisher dedicated to the stewardship of the history and culture of New Orleans and the Gulf South. The Collection is currently accepting resumes for the position of Facilities Technician.

The Facilities Technician is a journey-level position which will assist in the operation and maintenance of The Collections’ built environment which includes the buildings, grounds, and facilities. Working within The Collection requires an exceptional attention to detail and an ability to provide excellent customer service to all stakeholders. The Facilities Technician will be expected to work independently and exercise good judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive occasional instruction or assistance from the Facilities Manager as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of HNOC’s Facilities Department. Exercises no supervision over staff.

The Historic New Orleans Collection offers the following benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental and vision insurance for employees and dependents (children and opposite or same sex spouse/domestic partners). Medical insurance includes treatment for gender dysphoria.
• Life, long term disability, and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Professional development and tuition assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off and 12 paid holidays per year
• Gym membership
• Parking reimbursement
• Work/life balance
• Opportunity to work in the iconic French Quarter of New Orleans with passionate, engaged, and respectful colleagues

The Historic New Orleans Collection centers diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion at the core of everything we do. We are committed to becoming a more diverse and inclusive workplace, an organization that epitomizes the best practices in our field, and a community institution that truly reflects and supports our visitors, our neighbors, and our home. To that end, we actively encourage and welcome applications from members of underrepresented and marginalized groups. We are committed to employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Requirements

Position: Facilities Technician

Manager: Facilities Manager

Department: Facilities

Status: Non-Exempt

Date updated: December 2023

F/T Monday-Friday

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities below are essential core functions of this position. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

• Provide general building maintenance services throughout all HNOC properties.
• Heavy emphasis on maintaining walls and finishes.
• Patch and repair sheetrock. Ceiling repairs. Moisture remediation.
• Interior and exterior prep and paint. Vinyl wall coverings.
• Assist in emergency preparedness operations and in recovery/re-entry after the emergency.
• Inspect HNOC facilities and equipment daily for safety concerns and monitor for proper usage. Report issues to leadership.
• Interact with other departments and the public in a positive manner. Receive and respond to questions, concerns, and complaints; offer resolution or escalate to leadership.
• Daily rounds of buildings for observation of issues requiring repair.
• Monitor and escort vendors while onsite.

Required Job Qualifications:

Below are the minimum requirements necessary for this position.

Experience:

• One to three years of journey level experience in construction or building maintenance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Highly proficient with sheetrock and related wall finishes.
• Highly proficient with interior and exterior paint and prep.
• General knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing.
• Knowledge of historic properties; construction and sustainment.
• General knowledge and appreciation of decorative arts, as well as object handling and conservation concerns.
• “Safety First” Mindset with a thorough understanding of OSHA standards, occupational hazards, and safety precautions and procedures common to the skilled facilities trades.
• Ability to create and maintain a list of experts and contractors who effectively resolve problems in and on the properties and manage those relationships for the benefit of The Collection.
• Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate with others as well as demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, schematics, and similar documents, both printed and electronic.
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to be flexible and responsive to an evolving work environment.
• Good physical condition with ability to lift 50 pounds.

Working Conditions:

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position, move throughout the properties and in other settings, operate a computer and other office machinery, ascend/descend and traverse heights and low levels, position self to work at workstation and in small areas and monitor the movement of or personally move objects to low, medium and/or high levels. Regularly move objects of up to 50 pounds. This position consistently communicates with co-workers and others and observes, inspects, and assesses buildings and structures. Occasional exposure to mold, mildew, or other similar contaminants/residues.