Maintenance Technician (Full-Time)

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 DESCRIPTION:

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, resume, and 3 references as a PDF or Microsoft Word attachment (please do not send your application embedded in the text of the email message):

• Subject line: “Maintenance Technician – your name”
• To: jobs@cmosc.org

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.