Museum Facilities Associate

Full Time/ Non-exempt position, Wednesdays-Sundays 8AM-5PM, occasional evenings and early mornings based on event schedule. The Museum is an EOE.

As the Facilities Associate for the Nevada Museum of Art, this position will provide support for the daily operations of the Museum. The Facilities Associate will be responsible for the daily cleaning of all Museum spaces and well as maintaining a routine to ensure proper cleanliness of the facility. This position requires flexibility, attention to detail, and a motivated self-starter. This position reports to the Vice President of Facilities.


ABOUT

The Nevada Museum of Art is seeking a dependable, motivated, and detail-oriented Facilities Associate to support the daily operations and presentation of the Museum. This full-time position plays an important role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for visitors, staff, artists, and the community. From supporting exhibition openings and public events to helping maintain the Museum's beautiful public spaces, this role is essential to the day-to-day experience of everyone who walks through our doors.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who takes pride in their work, enjoys hands-on responsibilities, and works well both independently and as part of a team. This position offers the opportunity to work in a unique, mission-driven environment dedicated to art, culture, and community engagement in the heart of downtown Reno.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain the standard of cleanliness in all areas of the Museum.
• Perform routine upkeep of exterior parking lot and perimeter by ensuring the perimeter is free of trash and other debris.
• Collect garbage and recycling daily throughout all Museum spaces.
• Ensure the recycling schedule is kept and report additional recycling/ garbage needs to the VP of Facilities.
• Complete non-routine cleaning upon request and as needed.
• Assist with set-up and tear down of Museum spaces.
• Restock and maintain facility and events storage.
• Identify areas that need additional cleaning and self-initiate additional tasks once daily routine has been completed.
• Pressure washing exterior spaces, surfaces, and equipment.
• Assist with ice and snow removal as needed.
• Respond to biohazard and emergency clean-up while maintaining a high level of personal safety as well as safety of others.
• Practice Museum policies and procedures to ensure the safety of visitors, artwork, Museum equipment, and property.
• Establish and maintains good working relationships with outside vendors and the public.
• Other duties as assigned.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Must have at least 1 years working experience in cleaning and/or maintenance related work
• Able to work off ladders and perform all cleaning skills as described above
• Capable of lifting, moving objects of up to 50 pounds
• Knowledge of basic best practices concerning standards methods of facilities/janitorial
• Ability to follow security procedures outlined by the Security department

BENEFITS

• Fully Paid Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 3% 401k contribution after your first year and 1000 hours
• Two Weeks of Paid Vacation
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Time
• Free admission to special programs and events for you and your family
• 20% off in the Shop
• 10% off in the Café
• 4 Free Art Classes a year

Salary Description


$18.00/hr.