Share Email Opening Title Facilities Technician - Level II  Location Museum of Life and Science   About the Organization The Museum of Life and Science, one of North Carolina’s top family destinations, has been a beloved Durham institution for 75 years. The Museum features 84 acres of exhibits, experiences, and outdoor exploration, including one of the East Coast's largest butterfly conservatories and a two-story science center. As an accredited zoo, the Museum is home to lemurs, black bears, endangered red wolves, and more than 140 species of live animals, butterflies, and insects. Readers of Durham Magazine, Indy Week, and Carolina Parent have repeatedly named us the top Museum in the Triangle. Charity Navigator rated the Museum, a 501(c3) nonprofit organization, 100 out of 100-- the highest possible score. Our mission is to create a place of lifelong learning where people of all ages embrace science as a way of knowing about themselves, their community, and their world. The Museum serves our increasingly diverse community with interactive and accessible experiences that build and develop lifelong connections with science, nature, and critical thinking. The Museum partners with NASA, NOAA, the National Science Foundation, Duke University, NC State University, and the University of North Carolina on many research projects and programs. In addition to an incredible team of co-workers, the Museum provides competitive compensation commensurate with experience, as well as a full array of employee benefits for eligible positions, including a generous 403b retirement plan with employer contributions, health, dental, and vision insurance, flex-spending plans, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, nine paid annual holidays, employee appreciation events, and a family membership to the Museum.   Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Description Position Objective: To support the Museum mission by assuring proper maintenance and repair of Museum buildings, facilities, equipment, and grounds. Responsibilities General Tasks Safely fulfill facility Work Requests as assigned by supervisor Supports museum opening, closing, and daily operation. Completes documentation of Work Requests when complete. Performs Corrective, Preventive Maintenance, and inspections as assigned. Perform basic cosmetic building repairs (such as patching, painting, caulking) Perform basic operational building repairs (change bulbs, plunge toilets, etc) Assists facilities team with maintenance projects Perform maintenance/cleaning of building interiors and carpets as required Perform prescribed set-ups for rentals and events Perform grounds and maintenance (blowing, sweeping, snow removal) Assists with ordering, inventory, & distribution of housekeeping supplies Collects and disposes properly of trash and recycling Ensure and maintain museum security Assist other departments with projects or activities as assigned Communicate well via radio, and follow written and verbal instructions Skill Qualifications Aptitude: Has substantial understanding of the job, and applies knowledge and skills to complete a wide range of tasks. Complexity: Works on assignments that are moderately challenging, requiring some judgment in resolving issues or in making recommendations. Supervision: Normally receives moderate to little instruction on daily work, general instructions on newly introduced assignments. Interaction: Works and communicates well within the Facilities team, and interacts well with staff and guests.   Position Requirements High School diploma or GED required with a 4 year degree or years of related experience. Valid drivers license Previous Experience in maintenance-related functions; mechanical, carpentry, electrical, lighting, HVAC, plumbing, painting, and welding. Physically able to perform duties, to include lifting and carrying up to 75 lbs., walking varying terrains up to a mile, climbing ladders, pulling, and pushing equipment as required and working outside in changing weather conditions. Confident with computer operation for email and internet search. Competent with Microsoft office suite and able to learn new apps. Desired: Skill-specific certifications or licenses Trade school, 2-year technical degree or equivalent experience desired.   Shift Days   Pay Range   EOE Statement The Museum of Life and Science is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, military or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process, perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. As an equal opportunity employer, we value the differences and benefits that a diverse culture brings. 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