Maintenance Technician

The Children’s Museum is seeking a Maintenance Technician to assist the Facilities team with organization, maintenance, and repair of the Museum and exhibits.

Mission

Create a positive experience for visitors by providing exceptional support in the upkeep and maintenance of the Museum buildings and grounds, as well as its exhibits.

Job Responsibilities

Exhibits:

• Troubleshoot broken/non-functioning exhibits.
• Repair and/or replace parts.
• Clean and maintain exhibits on a regularly scheduled basis.

Facilities:

• Repair and maintain Museum buildings, including painting and fixture and/or furniture repairs.
• Assist with grounds upkeep.
• Perform minor carpentry repairs, as well as some plumbing and fixture repairs as needed.
• Assist in facility development as required.

Qualifications

· Bilingual skills a plus.

· Experience in a handy-man, maintenance, or related job or apprenticeship is preferred.

· Experience repairing and maintaining exhibits similar to those found in a children’s museum is a plus.

· Knowledge and experience in carpentry and working with carpentry tools.

· Mechanically inclined and able to troubleshoot problems.

· Ability to read and follow directions.

· Ability to work safely and follow all safety guidelines.

· Ability to communicate well with team members.

· Must be organized with tools and with daily projects.

· Must possess a valid California Drivers’ License.

· Must be able to work special events as needed.

Physical Requirements

· Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.

· Ability to bend, lift, carry, climb ladders, and work at a fast pace.

· Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Position Details

This is a full-time, hourly position, with benefits, reporting to the Director of Facilities and Exhibits Production.

Schedule: Flexible work schedule.

Pay Rate: $18.00-20.00 per hour.

Please Note: This position requires a mandatory background security screening and proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

To Apply

Email your cover letter, résumé, and 3 references as a PDF or Microsoft Word attachment with the subject line: “Maintenance Technician – your name”.

About the Children’s Museum of Sonoma County

The Children’s Museum of Sonoma County (CMOSC) is a non-profit organization founded in 2005 with the mission to inspire curiosity and creativity through joyful, transformative experiences.

The Children's Museum of Sonoma County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Experience:

• Landscape maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)
• Facilities maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person