Facilities Tech 1

Facilities Technician IAbout Kidspace Children's MuseumFor 45 years, Kidspace Children's Museum has been a welcoming place for exploration and discovery, serving millions of children and their families. Join a team that creates hands-on play and learning experiences that are relevant, joyful, inspiring, and that involve guests in their own process of discovery. Kidspace is an equal opportunity employer and 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to building a culture of play on a foundation of anti-racist policies and practices.Position Overview:The Facilities Technician I supports the day-to-day care, maintenance, and operation of the museum's facilities, grounds, and exhibits. This role is responsible for completing routine maintenance work independently while supporting more complex repairs and projects led by senior team members.This position is suited for someone with early-career experience in facilities maintenance who can take ownership of assigned tasks, identify issues proactively, and contribute to a safe, functional, and appealing campus.This is a full-time, on-site, non-exempt position based in Pasadena, California. Full weekend and occasional evening hours are required. Typical hours 9:30am-6pmEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Perform routine maintenance and basic repairs across buildings, grounds, and exhibits with limited supervisionMaintain assigned areas to ensure the campus is safe, clean, and fully operationalInspect facilities and equipment; identify issues, and resolve or escalate as appropriateRespond to real-time maintenance needs during operating hoursOpen and/or close facilities as assigned, ensuring buildings and systems are secureSupport the operation, upkeep, and basic troubleshooting of exhibits and guest-facing elementsPerform general trades work including painting, carpentry, landscaping, and basic electrical repairsAssist with maintenance of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, irrigation, life-safety), tools, and equipmentSupport installations, event setup, AV setup, and minor fabrication projects as neededCoordinate with vendors on-site as neededActively contribute to our culture of inclusivity, welcome, collaboration, play, and positivity.Perform other duties as assigned.Additional SkillsWorking knowledge of basic building systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, irrigationAbility to complete routine maintenance and repairs independently and in a timely mannerProficiency with hand and power tools across multiple tradesAbility to prioritize tasks and respond effectively in a fast-paced, guest-facing environmentStrong attention to detail and follow-throughStrong awareness of safety practices and operational risksWillingness to learn and expand technical skills over timeMinimum Experience1–3 years of practical experience in facilities, maintenance, construction, or a related fieldDemonstrated ability to complete routine maintenance tasks independentlyMust have valid CA driver's license with acceptable driving record for the past three yearsMust be proficient in oral and written English communication; Spanish language skills are a plusPhysical RequirementsPerforms duties while standing, walking, bending, sitting, or climbing.Climbs to heights of at least 10 feet.Requires bending, squatting, crouching, stooping, twisting, pushing, pulling, carrying, lifting, reaching, working overhead, and climbing.Requires lifting and/or carrying up to 50 lbs. and pushing and/or pulling of up to 120 lbs.Requires operating hand and power tools, as well as lifts and other motorized equipment.Requires some outdoor work, some of which must be performed regardless of weather conditions.Exposure to hot and cold temperatures, rain, slippery surfaces, loud noises, machinery with moving parts, dirt, dust, debris, chemicals, fumes, and foul odors.