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:

• 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 day
• Must be dependable, cooperative, and willing to be available on-call 24 hours) if needed for emergencies
• 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 or equivalent
• Prior general maintenance experience preferred

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.