The 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. The 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.
***Learn more and apply at: www.eamesinstitute.org ***
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain Facilities, Grounds & Equipment
- Prepare our campus daily by opening the buildings and setting the spaces for staff and guests.
- Serve as point person for all Richmond facilities-related contractors and vendors, coordinating with the Facilities Director on scheduling and overseeing services provided.
- Tend 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.
- Lead administration of facilities related technology, such as lighting software (Lutron), building access system, intercom system (ButterFly) and burglar alarm system.
- Ensure excellent standard of cleanliness throughout the buildings, executing routine janitorial cleaning duties and other cleaning tasks as they arise.
- Complete inventory and supply orders in accordance with the Facilities Director and Senior Director of Operations.
- Provide trash management, including staging trash containers for pick-up.
- Conduct daily campus closing rounds before the end of the shift.
Safety, Security, Compliance & Workplace Readiness
- Support administration and communication of systems such as building access, alarms, and emergency procedures.
- Maintain readiness of the workplace for safe daily operations and events.
- Help ensure compliance with organizational safety standards and best practices.
- Ensure that we are up to date and compliant with, but not limited to, Fire Protection, Egress, Emergency Lighting, SDS and ADA requirements.
Provide Facilities Support to Onsite Staff
- Ensure smooth daily operation of property and respond to staff needs and requests with thorough execution.
- Assist the Collections team with the moving and arranging of Collections pallets and items.
- Serve as point person for shipping and receiving, including communication and proper storage for incoming objects.
- Be available for infrequent after-hours emergencies.
- Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and pallet jacks. (Currently hold a forklift certification or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire.)
- Support 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.
Contribute to Organization & Team Culture
- Participate in and add to the Institute’s culture of curiosity and learning.
- Contribute and share technical knowledge, resources, and enthusiasm to the organization as a whole.
- Build and share knowledge, appreciation, and curiosity of the history, contributions, and legacy of Ray and Charles Eames.
- Serve as a foremost in-house advocate and knowledgeable resource pertaining to the operations of the Richmond campus.
- Help cultivate and nurture relationships across teams.
- Contribute as a collaborator, generously sharing knowledge and expertise with other members of the Facilities team.
REQUIRED SKILLS, ABILITIES, COMPETENCIES:
- 2-5 years of experience in building maintenance
- Ability to closely follow safety regulations and meet company policies
- Ability to work in an open office setting without assigned desks or private offices, using shared spaces and hot-desking as needed
- Basic understanding of access control for alarm and camera systems
- Strong communication skills and ability to work well with a diverse group of people, able to use tech-based platform for facilities requests (Slack / Asana)
- Basic understanding of FLS systems (sprinklers, fire panels, extinguishers, etc)
- Ability to operate equipment such as scissor lifts, pallet jackets, booms, etc.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- The 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.
- Regular and prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, and lifting.
Frequent use of hands for typing, writing, and handling office equipment.
- Frequent lifting, carrying, and moving of heavy materials or equipment, often weighing 50 pounds or more.
- Repetitive tasks involving manual dexterity.
- Ability to operate machinery and equipment safely
- Stamina to perform physically demanding tasks in a fast-paced and variable environment.
WHAT WE OFFER:
The Eames Institute offers a competitive benefits package, including…
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- 401k employer match
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Commuting benefits
- Professional development
- Charitable giving match
This 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.
U.S. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:
The Eames Institute values diversity, inclusion & belonging for all, and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We strive to create a workplace that empowers people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to feel respected, valued, and able to contribute at the highest level.
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I have read and understand the responsibilities, duties, and expectations described in this job description. I acknowledge that this document does not constitute a contract of employment and that the company may make changes to the job description as necessary.
