Facilities Technician

Help shape the spaces where creativity thrives The PAFA is seeking a skilled Facilities Technician who takes pride in keeping buildings, systems, and equipment operating safely, efficiently, and seamlessly every day.

ABOUT PAFA

Founded in 1805, the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) is America's first school and museum of fine arts. Located in the center city of Philadelphia, PAFA is intimate in scale with a strong sense of community. PAFA offers several non-degree and certificates in studio art and art appreciation programs. PAFA's museum has an outstanding collection of American art, and the museum actively collects and exhibits contemporary art, including work in new media. Additionally, PAFA is home to the Brodsky Center, a print and papermaking center focused on the creation of innovative editions by contemporary artists.

PAFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment that welcomes and encourages recruiting and retaining qualified candidates from diverse groups. PAFA provides equal opportunity to applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, or status as a veteran.

POSITION: Facilities Technician

The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is looking to hire a qualified and experienced Facilities Technician. The Facilities Technician is responsible for performing and managing various skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the repair and maintenance of building fixtures, furnishings, mechanical/electrical/control systems, and equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain Building HVAC equipment in order to meet climate control standards in the Art Museum, Art Collection, and Office Spaces
• Maintain and operate building control and monitoring systems.
• Maintain preventive maintenance schedules and records.
• Obtain parts and material for operation of building.
• Keep spare equipment inventory current.
• Maintain and operate building electrical systems and components.
• Installation, repair and relocation of building fixtures, furnishings, and equipment essential to the operations and success of the institution.
• Provides general grounds maintenance including, but not limited to, snow removal and the repair and maintenance of lights and other grounds features as needed.
• Ad hoc duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in building or mechanical trades.
• Must demonstrate the ability to comprehend and apply technical documents such as reading blueprints, following manufacturer's installation manuals and instruction manuals.
• General knowledge and experience in basic carpentry, drywall, plumbing, painting, electrical and lighting.
• Basic understanding of HVAC building systems and their maintenance.
• Ability to use tools and equipment associated with essential duties and responsibilities as listed above.
• Ability to perform a variety of work from an elevated platform such as a ladder, scaffold or hydraulic lift.
• Position requires the ability to lift objects weighing up to sixty (60) pounds.