Facilities Maintenance Technician

FACILITIES TECHNICIAN

Location: International African American Museum (IAAM), Charleston, SC
Schedule: Days vary; scheduled one month out, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Must be able to work some weekends and holidays

Join Our Team

Here is your opportunity to help create memorable experiences at one of the nation's premier cultural institutions while highlighting the impact, variety of work, and growth potential.

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive wage, paid biweekly, holiday worked pay and paid holidays
• One week vacation first year, two weeks of vacation after second year
• 12 days sick pay per year
• Free parking for part-time employees valued at $6,250 annually
• Free museum membership and reciprocal access to many local attractions.
• Free uniforms

Job Summary

IAAM is seeking a skilled Facilities Maintenance Technician to maintain safe, reliable, and efficient facility operations. Under the direction of the Director of Facilities, this hands-on role performs HVAC maintenance, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and general building repairs, including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and grounds work.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain commercial HVAC systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and replace HVAC components as needed.
• Complete basic electrical repairs, including light fixtures and receptacles.
• Assist with plumbing, carpentry, painting, grounds, and general facility repairs.
• Operate hand and power tools and HVAC diagnostic equipment.
• Maintain maintenance supplies and replacement-parts inventory.
• Follow safety standards, policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Assist with emergency response and crowd management as needed.
• Provide professional service to staff, contractors, and visitors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• HVAC vocational training or apprenticeship.
• 2+ years of HVAC/facilities maintenance experience preferred
• Valid Drivers license preferred
• Strong HVAC knowledge and mechanical/troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to use hand and power tools and read technical manuals.
• Strong communication and customer-service skills.
• Electrical/trades certifications or licenses are a plus.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at elevated heights.
• Ability to stand, kneel, crawl, and perform physical maintenance work.
• Ability to work in extreme hot and cold conditions.

Duties and responsibilities may change based on organizational needs.