Building Services Assistant

Job TitleResponsibilities:Completes assigned work orders in a proper and timely fashionMoves furniture, boxes, and other large items as neededPicks up and delivers items between museum buildingsSets up and breaks down tables, chairs, and other equipment for meetings and eventsResponds to spills and other cleanup requests on exteriorRemoves trash and litter from museum grounds, buildings, entrances and keeping trash bins emptied and cleanEnsures work areas and engineering offices are cleanCleans drains in water features and storm drainsWashes docks, freight elevators, landings, and doormatsWashes and cleans museum vehicles as neededSets and removes recycling bins on specified pickup days; delivers bins to museum locations as neededAssists engineers in conducting routine repairs, maintenance and painting, as neededPerforms other routine housekeeping and maintenance tasksOperates various aerial lifts (20ft to 85ft) and fork lifts to complete tasksDrives cargo van, box truck, and pickup truck to and from work sitesAs part of the essential staff- protects museum properties during natural disasters (hurricanes, floods, ice storms, etc.)Performs other duties as assignedSkills, Knowledge, and Abilities:Can lift or carry 51–100 lbs., in tandem, and may frequently lift or carry objects up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance.Must be able perform a variety of physical tasks including lifting heavy boxes, furniture, and equipment, bending and stooping, and performing work such as climbing ladders, sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, operating leaf blower, backpack vacuum, and wet vacuum.Able to work on feet most of the dayMust be dependable, cooperative, and willing to be available on-call 24 hours) if needed for emergenciesMust be flexible to work additional hours, including evenings & weekends, or to cover for other shifts as neededMust be able to work under pressure in a proactive manner, independently and in the presence of tight deadlinesMust have a valid Texas driver's license and a good driving recordAble to communicate effectively both verbally and in writingEducation and Experience:High School diploma or equivalentPrior general maintenance experience preferredEqual Opportunities for AllAt the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston we believe that diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusivity are fundamental to our organization. We welcome all candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our organization and to our pledge for workplace diversity, inclusion, and excellence.Our commitment to our policy and practice of nondiscrimination represents more than good intentions. It provides for employment decisions that are made without regard to race, creed, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law or any other reason unrelated to your ability to join and contribute to our organization and support our mission to provide a museum experience for all.The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston is equally committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals interested in employment with the organization. As part of this commitment, we want to ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation needed to 1) participate in the job application or 2) interview process; 3) perform essential job functions; and/or 4) participate in the benefits and privileges of employment with the MFAH. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the human resources department: View email address on click.appcast.io Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.