Maintenance Technician (Full-Time)

WHY NOMA:

The New OrleansMuseum of Art (NOMA) is committed to inspiring lifelong learning throughmeaningful engagement with art, culture, and community. As one of the city'spremier cultural institutions, NOMA welcomes visitors of all ages andbackgrounds and strives to create inclusive, accessible, and enrichingexperiences for everyone. JoiningNOMA means becoming part of a collaborative team dedicated to connecting peoplewith art through innovative educational programs, exhibitions, and publicengagement initiatives. Employees can contribute to a dynamic museumenvironment while supporting NOMA's mission to foster creativity, curiosity,and cultural understanding throughout New Orleans and beyond. The New Orleans Museumof Art is seeking applicants for the position of Maintenance Technician. TheMaintenance Technician will perform overall maintenance to all areas of theMuseum and is an integral member of the Facilities Team.

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs a variety of work in the maintenance and repair ofthe building and grounds of NOMA and the Sculpture Garden including carpentry,minor electrical and plumbing, masonry, tile, plaster, painting, sheetrock,general equipment repairs, assembling and moving of office furniture, and dailyinspections. This person is also responsible forassisting with the setup, monitoring of, and take down of special events orfunctions, daily mail runs and package deliveries.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Carpentry- Performs basic roughand finish carpentry repairs to areas such as walls, doors, frames, officefurniture, and shelving. Electrical- Performs basicrepairs to outlets, switches, plate covers; and reporting unsafeelectrical conditions to the building engineer and Facilities Manager. Plumbing- Performs basic plumbingrepairs of leaking pipes, faucets, and clogged lines and drains. Masonry- Repair and replacementof loose or broken slate tiles, minor breaks of sidewalk and ramps, andcaulking of masonry features of NOMA. Tile- Repair and replacement ofmarble and ceramic tiles throughout NOMA. Plaster- Minor repair andmaintenance of plaster structures throughout NOMA. Painting- Applies and preparesvarious surfaces for painting, to include oil, latex, and stain. Responsible for collecting andbringing NOMA mail to various post offices and retrieving NOMA mail fromPost Office. Must be able to work in crowds ofnoisy people in a pressure situation, particularly when handling multipletasks and continue to have a strong commitment to safety. Must be able to adjust work toaccommodate expected and unexpected changes. Coordination with the FacilitiesManager on tasks and projects for NOMA Responsible for generalmaintenance duties as assigned. Responsible for maintaining allstandards of service as it relates to museum standards. Demonstrate knowledge andexpertise of NOMA’s policies and procedures andconfidentiality guidelines. Willingness to work nights andweekends for special events or programs

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school graduates or G.E.D.equivalent Two to Four years’ experience inmaintenance. Some Computer Skills Current Louisiana Driver'sLicense

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Good listening and communicationskills Good follow through on dailyassignments and projects Good problem-solving skills Good decision-making abilities Good organizational and timemanagement skills Willing to work with staff

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Position requires significantmovement and ascending and descending ladders and other equipment Ability to observe details at aclose range

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Normal building environment, aswell as outdoor work. May be subjected to fast-paceddecision making, crisis situations. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The New Orleans Museum of Art is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr NEW ORLEANS MUSEUM OF ART