Facilities Maintenance Technician

  • Full-time

Company Description

At Great Lakes Science Center, we make science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) come alive for guests of all ages. We believe in the value of using real scientific challenges through opportunities to invent, design, tinker and create to encourage curiosity and experimentation. The Science Center remains committed to developing informal science education programs that inspire young minds, improve STEM literacy and cultivate the creative, critical thinkers who will shape the future of Northeast Ohio.

Over the last decade, Great Lakes Science Center has repeatedly launched innovative strategic initiatives that received national recognition. In 2013, the organization launched Cleveland Creates, an initiative in collaboration with corporate leaders to change the community’s narrative around advanced manufacturing for diverse middle-school youth and families. This work was recognized by the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, who chose the Science Center as the unveiling site for the National Week of Making with Mythbuster’s host Adam Savage in 2016. The Science Center also has been honored to play an important role for national events in Cleveland, including the 2016 Republican National Convention and the 2021 National Football League Draft. As an anchor institution of downtown’s North Coast Harbor, the organization is now looking ahead to the exciting future of lakefront development.

The Science Center was recognized for its initiative, Cleveland Connections, that integrates emerging technologies such as blockchain and industrial internet of things, to educate and empower youth in developing personal and community solutions. The team at the Science Center leveraged their commitment to being a learning organization and used the best scientific research to develop safe operating models, allowing them to continue to serve families and schools during the public health and economic crises that have magnified persistent racial inequities in our community. The Science Center was honored for this work and named a 2021 National Medal for Museum and Library Service finalist, recognizing their pioneering approaches and deep community partnerships during this difficult time. In 2022, GLSC was voted a top three science museum in the USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice travel awards.

Great Lakes Science Center embraces and encourages the unique attributes, characteristics and perspectives that make each person unique. We consider diversity and inclusion essential for institutional excellence and fulfillment of our vision - a community where all people value STEM to inform decision making and enrich lives. We believe our strength lies in the collective sum of individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, ingenuity, self-expression, and unique capabilities. Our employees, volunteers, guests, and partners bring and invest these strengths in their daily experiences at Great Lakes Science Center. We champion an unending commitment to diversity of participation, thought, and action. It is our aim, therefore, that our board, staff, and key stakeholders embrace these principles.

Job Description

Summary:

Great Lakes Science Center’s Facilities Maintenance Technician helps keep the Science Center, including the Steamship William G. Mather, look and operate at its best for our guests and visitors, employees, volunteers, vendors, partners, and property. The position is responsible for general maintenance, basic repairs, and safety and security. This position will also complete tasks, assignments, and projects per the direction of the Facilities and Security Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Perform maintenance and related tasks as assigned, but not limited to hanging doors, replacing doorknobs, drywall repair, painting, general repairs, basic plumbing maintenance and repairs, etc.
  • Perform and report on a preventive maintenance schedule for various facility systems, working with the Facilities and Security Manager
  • Perform basic electrical maintenance including, but not limited: to replacing electrical receptacles and switches; knowledgeable with LOTO
  • Perform mechanical maintenance including replacing HVAC filters, pump strainers, etc.
  • Set up and strike special events and internal department setups
    • Will include setting up chairs and tables throughout the building, including outside
    • May include setup of dance floor, tents, bike racks, benches, etc., including outside
    • May be required to move furniture within the building to accommodate setups
  • Open and close the Science Center building and Steamship Mather as needed
  • Responsible for life safety equipment and will be trained as a competent person to operate all life safety devices including the fire panel
  • Carry and be responsible for an issued set of security keys, an assigned GLSC two-way radio, and the duty phone
  • Act as security when scheduled and as needed including first aid, emergency situations, and building evacuations; will complete security reports as necessary
  • Assist with shipping and receiving and distribution of received good during scheduled work hours
  • Responsible for general cleaning of receiving dock, mechanical spaces, and emergency stairwells
  • Performs all duties and responsibilities in such a manner as to ensure the safety of the individual, guests and visitors, other employees, volunteers, vendors, partners, and property

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

Please note that this position requires occasionally working outdoors for prolonged periods in varied weather conditions, climbing narrow stairwells and ladders, and lifting heavy objects. This position requires extended periods of standing, stooping, and reaching to maintain and inspect equipment. This position works in environments with excessive noise requiring ear protection and occasional respiratory protection.  Candidate must be able to work closely and effectively with guests, vendors, contractors, and Science Center staff, all while being friendly and outgoing. Professional attitude and appearance are required. This position will comply with all Great Lakes Science Center policies and procedures to ensure a safe environment for colleagues and guests.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, write, and type. The employee frequently is required to stand on post; walk/respond in a professional manner to emergency calls, use hands to handle, and reach with hands and arms. This job works inside and outside, year-round.  Due to the historic nature of the Steamship, air conditioning is not available and this role may experience warm temperatures during the spring/summer operating season. This position requires the ability to lift items needed for maintenance and special events, up to 50 pounds; and be able to push or pull minimum of 200 pounds.

The F&S department is team orientated. The Generalist II should be self-motivated, be able to work independently, as part of the F&S team, and be able to multitask. This role may also work early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and overnights. Due to the operations of the department and organization, F&S staff work during holidays. F&S staff will also flex their schedules when needed for the organization and for fellow staff members. Due to the operations of the building, the schedule may be adjusted as late as a week prior to the scheduled work date for this department.

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or general education degree. Graduation from a vocational school in related field preferred.
  • At least one year of previous industrial, commercial, or residential maintenance experience.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications (K/S/A):

  • Must be able to operate a computer to check emails, open and read itineraries and floor plans, and operate building preventative maintenance and work order platform
  • Must be able to complete word documents and electronic incident reports
  • Practical skill and knowledge in such areas as carpentry, plumbing, welding, and using various power and hand tools associated with such.
  • Willing to receive 3000 lbs. tow motor certification and vertical lift system and operate equipment
  • Flexibility to work weekends, late evenings, and early mornings a must.  Work hours and schedule are determined by the hours, event scheduling, and peak visitation periods of Great Lakes Science Center.

Additional Information

Rate: $38,000 - $42,000 annually 

Great Lakes Science Center is proud to provide staff members with a benefits program that offers choices designed to meet their individual needs and lifestyles. Eligible staff members can participate in the following benefits programs: 
•    Free Parking 
•    Medical 
•    Dental 
•    Vision 
•    Employee Assistant Program (EAP) 
•    Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays 
•    403b Retirement Savings Plan with Match
•    ASTC Membership 
•    Northeastern Ohio Intermuseum Council (NEOIMC) Membership 
•    And more! 

COVID-19 Safety and Guidelines:
Great Lakes Science Center is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for our staff (paid and unpaid), and guests. In accordance with our COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, all staff are required to be vaccinated and/or boosted against COVID-19. Reasonable accommodations will be made for those who cannot take the vaccine due to health or religious reasons.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: 
It is the policy of GLSC to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) free from illegal discrimination, harassment and retaliation to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, immigration status, age, source of income, familial status, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. GLSC complies with applicable state, federal and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment.