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By sharing the things the Eameses made and loved, along with their joyful and rigorous approach to life and work, we seek to inspire creative problem-solving that positively shapes our world. \nWith our vast collections, digital and print offerings, an extensive program of events, and the Eames Ranch, we aim to demonstrate the enduring value of the Eameses’ philosophy and invite people to explore their curiosity, ask questions, and implement creative solutions to the challenges of today.\nAbout the Role\nThe Eames Institute is in search of a Facilities Technician to oversee the maintenance, security, janitorial and landscaping needs of our 58,000-square-foot campus in Richmond, CA. Reporting to the Facilities Director, this role is responsible for ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for our staff, guests, and collections.\nThe Facilities Technician will play a key role in maintaining the overall safety, security, cleanliness, and functionality of our campus, which currently operates out of two buildings and will soon expand into a third. The site includes workspaces for Eames Institute staff as well as warehouse spaces for the Eames Archives. The ideal candidate is self-driven and energized by the opportunity to maintain and support one of the world’s most significant Eames collections.\nKey Responsibilities\nMaintain Facilities, Grounds, & Equipment\nPrepare our campus daily by opening the buildings and setting the spaces for staff and guests.\nServe as point person for all Richmond facilities-related contractors and vendors, coordinating with the Facilities Director on scheduling and overseeing services provided.\nTend to overall maintenance of the property, which includes HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, custodial, safety, security, and grounds activities, adhering to preventative maintenance schedules for all buildings and equipment.\nLead administration of facilities related technology, such as lighting software (Lutron), building access system, intercom system (ButterFly) and burglar alarm system. \nEnsure excellent standard of cleanliness throughout the buildings, executing routine janitorial cleaning duties and other cleaning tasks as they arise.\nComplete inventory and supply orders in accordance with the Facilities Director and Senior Director of Operations.\nProvide trash management, including staging trash containers for pick-up.\nConduct daily campus closing rounds before the end of the shift.\nSafety, Security, Compliance & Workplace Readiness\nSupport administration and communication of systems such as building access, alarms, and emergency procedures.\nMaintain readiness of the workplace for safe daily operations and events.\nHelp ensure compliance with organizational safety standards and best practices.\nEnsure that we are up to date and compliant with, but not limited to, Fire Protection, Egress, Emergency Lighting, SDS and ADA requirements.\nProvide Facilities Support to Onsite Staff\nEnsure smooth daily operation of property and respond to staff needs and requests with thorough execution.\nAssist the Collections team with the moving and arranging of Collections pallets and items.\nServe as point person for shipping and receiving, including communication and proper storage for incoming objects.\nBe available for infrequent after-hours emergencies.\nOperate forklifts, scissor lifts, and pallet jacks. (Currently hold a forklift certification or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire.)\nSupport operations and staff at other locations such as Eames Ranch in Petaluma, Stout bookstore in San Francisco and our Novato Campus as needed and agreed to with Senior Director of Properties.\nContribute to Organization & Team Culture\nParticipate in and add to the Institute’s culture of curiosity and learning.\nContribute and share technical knowledge, resources, and enthusiasm to the organization as a whole.\nBuild and share knowledge, appreciation, and curiosity of the history, contributions, and legacy of Ray and Charles Eames.\nServe as a foremost in-house advocate and knowledgeable resource pertaining to the operations of the Richmond campus. \nHelp cultivate and nurture relationships across teams.\nContribute as a collaborator, generously sharing knowledge and expertise with other members of the Facilities team.\nRequired skills, abilities, competencies:\n2-5 years of experience in building maintenance\nAbility to closely follow safety regulations and meet company policies\nAbility to work in an open office setting without assigned desks or private offices, using shared spaces and hot-desking as needed\nBasic understanding of access control for alarm and camera systems\nStrong communication skills and ability to work well with a diverse group of people, able to use tech-based platform for facilities requests (Slack / Asana) \nBasic understanding of FLS systems (sprinklers, fire panels, extinguishers, etc)\nAbility to operate equipment such as scissor lifts, pallet jackets, booms, etc.\nEssential Functions \nThe schedule for this role is 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday through Friday. This role requires the individual to be onsite at our Richmond facility between regular business hours with occasional evening, weekend, holiday, early or later shifts as needed.\nRegular and prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, and lifting.\nFrequent use of hands for typing, writing, and handling office equipment.\nFrequent lifting, carrying, and moving of heavy materials or equipment, often weighing 50 pounds or more.\nRepetitive tasks involving manual dexterity.\nAbility to operate machinery and equipment safely.\nStamina to perform physically demanding tasks in a fast-paced and variable environment.\nWhat We Offer \nPay range for this role is $30/hour - $38/hour\nThe Eames Institute offers a competitive benefits package, including…\nMedical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance\n401k employer match\nPaid Time Off\nPaid Holidays\nCommuting benefits\nProfessional development\nCharitable giving match\nBenefits are subject to change at the employer’s discretion.\nThis job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the performance of this job. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. The Eames Institute may change the job duties, including the location and schedule, at its discretion. \nU.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement\nThe Eames Institute values diversity, inclusion & belonging for all, and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 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