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Museum Maintainer - Plumber

American Museum of Natural History
York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 10/13/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/13/2025
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Posting Details
Position Information

Position Title Museum Maintainer - Plumber
Department Facilities Operations - 141
Position Summary
The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world's preeminent scientific and cultural institutions, and has as its mission to discover, interpret and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education and exhibition.

The Museum Maintainer is responsible for the continuous operation, maintenance, repair and upgrade of various plumbing systems (except for behind the wall work). The Maintainer assists HVAC Technicians with maintaining heating and utility systems, including, but not limited to: potable and process water, fire protection suppression and sprinklers; piping such as domestic hot and cold water, natural gas and CO2 and sanitary and storm drainage systems.

The Museum Maintainer also installs, repairs and maintains fixtures such as basins, sinks, toilets and urinals; various kitchen equipment such as steamers, griddles, fryers, soft drink dispensers and dishwashers; domestic water equipment such as pumps, water heaters, water softeners, and filters, etc. (except behind-the-wall work).

The Museum Maintainer must maintain availability to work both weekend days each week.

The expected salary for the Museum Maintainer - Plumber is $65,437.96/annual. This position is overtime-eligible and the AMNH offers an extensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our dedicated and diverse community.

Pay will be determined based on several factors. The hiring range for the position at commencement is based on the type of work and the scope of responsibilities. The salary and placement offered is based on a number of individualized factors, including, but not limited to, skills, knowledge, training, education, credentials, areas of specialization and depth and scope of experience.
Minimum Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Five years of experience in the duties listed above.
  • Ability to perform tasks requiring physical strength and high manual dexterity sufficient for the duties above. Ability to bend and crawl in tight places.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Technical trade or vocational education.
  • Relevant work experience in a large institution.
Physical Demands
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for prolonged periods.
  • Must be able to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
  • Must be able to move about the Museum campus.
  • Positioning/change of positioning: Must be able to frequently position oneself/body to accomplish job duties.
    • Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling.
    • Climbing: Ascending or descending physical structures.
    • Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force frequently. May include any of the following:
      • Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward or outward.
      • Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
      • Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position.
Category Full-Time
Total Number of Scheduled Hours Per Pay Period 80
Union Status Union
FLSA Non-Exempt
Expected Salary Minimum $65,437.96/annual
Expected Salary Maximum $65,437.96/annual
EEO Statement
The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Museum does not discriminate with respect to employment, or admission or access to Museum facilities, programs or activities on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, gender (including sexual harassment), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy and lactation accommodations, alienage or citizenship status, current or former participation in the uniformed services, status as a veteran, caregiver, pre-employment marijuana testing, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, national or ethnic origin, height, weight, or on account of any other basis prohibited by applicable City, State, or Federal law. Additional protections are afforded in employment based on arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking and sex offenses, unemployment status, and credit history, in each case to the extent provided by law.
Quick Link https://careers.amnh.org/postings/4528
Posting Detail Information

Posting Number GS908P
Open Date 08/04/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you have a High School Diploma or equivalent?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have five years of experience performing the duties listed above?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Have you completed a relevant technical trade or vocational education?
    • Yes
    • No
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter

The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

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