Company Description
The New World Symphony (NWS), is a laboratory for generating new ideas about the way music is taught, presented and experienced. Under the direction of Artistic Director Stphane Denve, its unique fellowship program trains music school graduates for leadership roles in the field of classical music. Artistic excellence, connection to audiences, engaging communities and entrepreneurial activities are pillars of the experiential curriculum. Diversity, equity and inclusion are high priorities for the NWS and are critical in the preparation of Fellows for leadership positions. The NWS pursues its work in a Frank Gehry-designed campus that is uniquely suited to embrace the digital future, for education and artistic expression.
Job Description

• Works closely with the Facilities Director and Facilities personnel in maintaining and servicing building systems of the New World Center and/or Alton Pointe (NWS-owned residential complex)
• Performs daily building inspections
• Paints and performs drywall repairs
• Performs a variety of general and semi-skilled tasks and assignments within the building, offices and around the grounds of the organization
• Completes maintenance requests as assigned and in accordance with priorities set by the Facilities Director
• Receives daily list of work orders to be accomplished
• Reports any difficulties or circumstances preventing completion of assignments
• Assists in setting up meeting and conference rooms
• Moves and stores furniture and equipment
• Assists in loading and unloading shipments
• Makes pick-up and delivery trips associated with maintenance tasks
• Performs routine and unpredicted building maintenance
• Participates in weekly departmental meetings
• Performs electrical light bulb and fixture maintenance and replacement
• Performs basic carpentry
• Performs plumbing and appliance repairs
• Maintains public areas including maintenance to restrooms
• Keeps building grounds tidy by regularly mowing, raking, trimming, watering, performing weeds maintenance and sweeping
• Performs trash removal
• Maintains clean and safe environment for the entire property
• Maintains club room and gymnasium
• Maintains office areas as well as practice rooms, atrium terrace and lobbies
• Works flexible hours including normal business hours, evenings, weekends & holidays

Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Three to five years of hands-on experience in commercial painting and operating, maintaining and repairing facilities mechanical equipment.
• Experience with Building Management Systems is also highly desirable.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to take initiative and be a self-starter
• Excellent customer service skills a must
• Ability to respond and remedy maintenance issues in a timely manner
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Regularly required to apply various types of physical exertion, including prolonged reaching, bending, kneeling, and lifting and must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Driver's license and good driving record
• Ability to provide on-call coverage for emergencies after hours, weekends and holidays

Additional Information
BENEFITS: NWS offers an excellent benefits package to eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, long and short term disability, life and AD&D, 401(k), generous paid time off and comprehensive flexible work arrangements program.
EEO STATEMENT : The New World Symphony is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is an equal opportunity employer. The New World Symphony prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, genetics, disability status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.