Facilities Specialist

Summary:

The Facilities Specialist performs and coordinates facilities maintenance activities at the Alaska SeaLife Center (ASLC). This hands-on, technical position is responsible for preventative maintenance, corrective repairs, trouble-call response, and coordination of contracted services to support safe, reliable, and efficient facility operations. The role works closely with the Life Support Systems / Operations (LSS/Ops) team to ensure maintenance activities are aligned with animal care, guest experience, and building performance requirements.

Education/Training Requirements:

• Associate’s degree, technical certification, or equivalent training in facilities maintenance, HVAC, mechanical systems, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 


• Minimum five years of progressively responsible experience in facilities maintenance, building operations, or mechanical maintenance. 


• Experience working independently, responding to trouble calls, and coordinating contracted services required. 


• Valid driver’s license required.

Essential Duties:

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical equipment), boiler plant operations, fire/life safety systems, elevator service coordination, preventative maintenance practices, and CMMS use. 


• Ability to plan, perform, and document maintenance work safely and efficiently; direct assigned workers and contractors without formal supervisory authority; communicate effectively with technical and non-technical staff; use basic computer tools, Microsoft Office, and Google Workplace applications; comply with safety programs and applicable regulations; and work effectively in a mission-critical, public-facing facility.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed in mechanical spaces, public areas, workshops, and outdoor environments. The position requires standing, walking, climbing, working from heights, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Exposure to coastal weather conditions, noise, moving mechanical equipment, and variable temperatures is expected.

Open Until Filled

Start: ASAP

Pay: $27.23-$34.64

Please submit a resume, cover letter and letter of recommendation with your application.

Must be able to pass a background check.