Part-time Building Maintenance Technician – Houston Ballet

Come work with us at Houston Ballet!  Picture yourself at an amazing organization committed to inspiring a lasting love and appreciation for dance through artistic excellence, exhilarating performances, innovative choreography, and superb educational programs. At Houston Ballet, you’ll be surrounded by creative teams who challenge you, support you, inspire you, and celebrate artistic achievement. 

Visit: www.houstonballet.org for more information.

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The Part-time Building Maintenance Technician will support the Associate Director of Facilities in the daily operation and maintenance needs of Houston Ballet Center for Dance and associated properties, located in downtown Houston .

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the acquisition, installation, operation, maintenance, repair, and performance of building systems, building structures, permanent interiors, furniture, appliances, other equipment, building grounds, and exterior elements. 
• Perform daily, weekly, and/or monthly inspections of building to determine any preventive or corrective maintenance needed.  
• Respond to and resolve general housekeeping issues needing immediate attention during scheduled hours.  May occasionally be asked to respond to after-hours facility-related emergencies and determine appropriate course of action to resolve issues.  
• Report all major facility issues that are not immediately repairable to the Associate Director of Facilities.  
• Manage inventories of supplies needed to maintain the building systems and equipment and maintain cleanliness and organization of workroom areas.  
• Assist the Associate Director of Facilities with building space rentals and the set-up and breakdown of meetings and events.
• Coordinate with vendors for service, inspections, and repairs.
• Acts as a member of the Houston Ballet Safety Team, assisting with evacuation drills and coordination of safe working conditions in all facilities.
• Assist in the timely completion or resolution of facility-related requests including office relocations and material moves to storage space.
• Coordinate and, if necessary, handle deliveries at loading dock.
• Recognize when a task falls outside of their skill level and requires the expertise of a licensed professional, such as an electrician, carpenter, HVAC/Refrigeration technician, plumber, etc.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of equivalent job experience in building maintenance and/or construction.
• Experience and basic understanding of HVAC, plumbing, lighting, and electrical systems.
• Experience painting and patching sheetrock.
• Experience replacing lamps and ballasts, using a lift if needed, and following all safety procedures.
• Ability to understand architectural drawings.

• Ability to use hand tools, building systems equipment, handcarts, and other moving equipment. Tools and equipment will be provided.
• Experience dealing with maintenance vendors.
• Willingness to respond to after-hours building emergencies, when available.
• Able to handle the physical demands of the position, including standing, bending, pulling, pushing, climbing, and lifting at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to deal with exposure to hazardous chemicals (PPE is provided), if necessary.
• Ability to deal with possible exposure to harsh weather conditions, if necessary.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with varied personalities and many work styles.
• Communicates effectively and can read and speak English

Additional Preferred Qualifications: 

• Basic knowledge and proficiency of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Spanish speaker.

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access Statement:

Houston Ballet is dedicated to creating meaningful change by cultivating a space that honors what is unique in all of us. Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) are instrumental in the fulfillment of our mission and values. We recognize our responsibility to be an inclusive and open organization for students, artists, staff, trustees, and volunteers of all backgrounds.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Join us, together we are Houston Ballet.

Core Values:

Houston Ballets shared values are essential to our success as a world-class ballet company and academy. These values guide our decisions and behaviors and shape our culture.

• EXCELLENCE: We are passionate about results. Our programs are recognized and awarded for excellence. We are committed to delivering quality programs at the highest standard. Work in all departments matches the caliber of the programming on stage.
• ENGAGED: We are proud to be a part of a company that produces art and trains artists. We attend performances and are tremendous advocates for the education and community engagement programs we offer. We are all in and well-versed in the mission of Houston Ballet.
• DRIVEN: We are driven to take goals and run with them. We are excited to deliver results beyond expectations. We are accountable for our actions and work. We reinvent Standard Operations Procedures, leaving our jobs better than we found them. Much of our work product becomes the standard for individuals who will fill our roles in the years to come.
• COLLABORATIVE: We unite around Houston Ballets mission and support each other in reaching goals. We share information widely and generously and treat our team members, customers, and patrons with respect and sensitivity. We embrace inclusion, diversity, equity, and access. We recognize our responsibility to be an open, welcoming, and anti-racist organization where students, artists, staff, trustees, and volunteers of all backgrounds collaboratively learn, work and serve. We nurture the growth and understanding of how each of us fits into the larger picture and we celebrate organizational achievements.
• PATRON-CENTERED: Our patrons (subscribers/supporters/donors/stakeholders) are at the center of all we do and are at the top of our minds in our decisions and actions. Our patrons are delighted by the excellent customer service they receive at every interaction at Houston Ballet.