Description

FLSA Classification: Full-Time, Exempt

The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum Department of Facilities

The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum has an opening for a full-time, exempt Maintenance Technician in the Facilities Department

Company Overview: Located in the heart of downtown Nashville, the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum documents and interprets the history of country music—a musical genre and culture central to the identity of the city, the state, and the nation. Accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, the museum proudly combines subject expertise, ambitious research, and preservation of an unparalleled collection with expressions of creativity in music, art, and history. The museum collects artifacts that illustrate the evolving history and traditions of country music while providing diverse learning opportunities. The core exhibit follows the story of country music from its folk beginnings through its emergence as a commercial art form. Rotating exhibits examine a broad range of topics, from country classics to ultra-contemporary and emerging artists in American Currents. The museum owns Hatch Show Print, a letterpress print shop opened in 1879, and it operates Historic RCA Studio B, where Elvis Presley and many others recorded.

What We Offer for Full-Time Staff: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Options
• Competitive Pay
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Paid Holidays (13) and Floating Holidays (2)
• 401(K) with Up to 3% Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program (Free Counseling and Legal Services)
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• FREE 24/7 Downtown Parking and Transit Benefits
• Continuing Professional Offerings
• Complimentary Museum Admission (For Yourself, Family, and Friends)
• Reciprocal Partnerships with Local Venues (The Nashville Zoo, Dollywood Theme & Water Parks, National Museum of African American Music, tours at The Opry and The Ryman Auditorium, and more) 
• Up to 25% Discount in Retail Stores and Onsite Restaurant Venues
• Opportunities to Attend Exhibit Openings, Concerts and Special Events
• Employee Engagement Activities and Opportunities
• FSA and Dependent Care Options 
• Dog Friendly Work Environment
• Volunteering and Community Engagement Opportunities

Job Overview: The Maintenance Technician is a vital part of the maintenance team at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, ensuring to provide a safe, user-friendly and accessible working environment for staff and visitors during all hours and all events (CMF and third party). Provide ongoing maintenance and improvements of the building, artifacts and other assets; including all of the company’s locations. A sense of urgency and courteous/professional communication are essential behaviors for this position. This position reports directly to the Facilities Manager.

Specific Job Duties:

• Responsibilities will include performing work to keep machines, mechanical equipment, or the structure of an establishment in repair.
• Responsibilities will include light HVAC, electrical and plumbing maintenance including detecting and diagnosing problems.
• Duties may involve light carpentry; repairing electrical or mechanical equipment and repairing buildings, floors, or stairs.
• Must have the ability to take control of a situation and resolve issues without direct supervision.
• Must work well with others and be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and nights. Primary schedule is Friday through Tuesday, 6am - 2pm
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic knowledge of electrical, HVAC, Plumbing
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, mostly evenings, weekends and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Light carpentry skills
• 3 years experience in a position with maintenance duties

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Position subject to a mandatory background check prior to employment.
• Computer experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) as well as work order systems, spreadsheets and databases

Notes to Applicant:

 The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum is an equal opportunity employer. We respect the varied attributes, characteristics, and perspectives that make each person unique, and we believe that fostering a culture of inclusion is essential to institutional excellence. The museum promotes an environment of respect, communication, and understanding, while actively seeking opportunities to learn about and establish practices that further facilitate equity. The museum does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, political affiliation, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information or characteristics, age, membership in an employee organization, military or veteran status, or other non-merit factor. The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum does not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

 We are a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer that welcomes all qualified candidates to apply for open positions. The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for its staff and visitors. All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and employment verification, including federally mandated E-verify processes, as required for position.

Due to the high volume of applications received for this position, hiring managers will only contact candidates they are interested in scheduling for an interview. Please refrain from calling to inquire about the status of your application.

 Please upload a resume and cover letter when applying for the position.

Applications are only accepted online on our career page: https://www.countrymusichalloffame.org/careers