Building Services Assistant

Responsibilities:

• Completes assigned work orders in a proper and timely fashion
• Moves furniture, boxes, and other large items as needed
• Picks up and delivers items between museum buildings
• Sets up and breaks down tables, chairs, and other equipment for meetings and events
• Responds to spills and other cleanup requests on exterior 
• Removes trash and litter from museum grounds, buildings, entrances and keeping trash bins emptied and clean
• Ensures work areas and engineering offices are clean
• Cleans drains in water features and storm drains
• Washes docks, freight elevators, landings, and doormats
• Washes and cleans museum vehicles as needed
• Sets and removes recycling bins on specified pickup days; delivers bins to museum locations as needed
• Assists engineers in conducting routine repairs, maintenance and painting, as needed
• Performs other routine housekeeping and maintenance tasks
• Operates various aerial lifts (20ft to 85ft) and fork lifts to complete tasks
• Drives cargo van, box truck, and pickup truck to and from work sites
• As part of the essential staff- protects museum properties during natural disasters (hurricanes, floods, ice storms, etc.) 
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Must be able to lift 75 lbs. or more and 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 day
• Must be dependable, cooperative, and willing to be available on-call 24 hours) if needed for emergencies
• Possess a “can do” spirit and approach to work each day
• Must be flexible to work additional hours, including evenings & weekends, or to cover for other shifts as needed
• Must be able to work under pressure in a proactive manner, independently and in the presence of tight deadlines
• Must have a valid Texas driver's license and a good driving record
• Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma, GED OR an equivalent combination of experience and education from which comparable and demonstrable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
• Prior general maintenance experience preferred

Compensation:

Compensation for this role starts at $16.50/hr and includes benefits package listed below.

About the MFAH

The MFAH is an organization comprised of 600+ employees and 1,000+ docents and volunteers. The museum is more than 100 years old and ranks nationally among the top 10 art museums in exhibition space, memberships, endowments, and attendance, with 1M visitors annually. Our multifaceted institution includes multiple gallery buildings, a sculpture garden, two art schools, and two house museums for decorative arts. The encyclopedic collection numbers more than 70,000 works of art in a wide range of media. 

Houston stands among America’s largest cities by population and area, is incredibly diverse racially and ethnically, and is an economic powerhouse with a very strong arts ecosystem that attracts over 7 million visitors alone to the Museum District where MFAH is centered.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Work will be primarily be performed in an office environment.  Physical demands will include prolonged computer and telephone use. 

Equal Opportunities for All

At the MFAH, 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 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. 

Research shows that women and individuals from underrepresented backgrounds often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a given role. Therefore, if much of this job description describes you, then you are highly encouraged to apply for this job!

The MFAH 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 -

Benefits:

The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, offers an excellent benefits package that includes: 

Insurance coverage is effective the first of the month following employment with the MFAH for this full time role.

Medical Insurance : Employee and dependent coverage through a choice of managed health care programs Dental Insurance : Employee and dependent coverage through two plan choices Vision Insurance : Employee and dependent coveragethrough a vision program Life Insurance & AD&D : Employee coverage at no cost to the employee Long Term Disability : Employee coverage at no cost to the employee 

The MFAH providesa generous schedule for time off under the following benefit categories: 

Paid Time Off - Used for absences from work such as vacation, illness of short duration, and personal reasons. Hours are accrued biweekly, based on employment status, length of service, and hours worked Reserve Time Off -  Used for extended illnesses. Employees accrue up to 6 days per year, up to a maximum of 120 days Holidays -  Full-time employees receive ten paid holidays per year  Volunteer Time Off -  The MFAH supports activities that enhance and serve the communities in which we live and work. Employees receive up to 40 hours of paid time off annually to give back and volunteer. 

Retirement – 403(b) plan

 Employees may contribute to the MFAH Retirement Savings Plan. Eligible employees contributing to the plan may receive up to a 5% matching contribution from the MFAH after one year of service.  Fully vested from start of participation The MFAH also recognizes prior nonprofit service, which may provide for an acceleration of the MFAH employer match

Other Benefits

MFAH Membership -  Employees receive a free Family-level membership Discounts - Employees receive discounts on purchases at the Museum retail shop, all campus eateries and the Glassell School of ArtPDN-95f3f80b-8f85-4953-b889-33e6058b26f4