USS Constitution Museum · 4 weeks ago
Facilities Manager
Charlestown, Massachusetts, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$70K/yr - $90K/yrThe USS Constitution Museum is seeking a Facilities Manager to manage and maintain the facility. The Facilities Manager is responsible for the daily maintenance, safe operation, and ongoing care of the Museum’s facility, supporting staff, visitors, exhibitions, and collections.
Museums & Institutions
Responsibilities
Maintain and monitor all major building systems, including HVAC, humidification, sump pumps, plumbing, electrical systems, water filtration systems, and public restrooms
Conduct daily walkthroughs of the facility to identify maintenance needs and proactively address issues
Perform hands-on maintenance and minor repairs, including light carpentry, exhibit repair, painting, and basic mechanical or electrical work
Maintain a museum-quality environment, including monitoring temperature and humidity levels to support collections and exhibitions
Change HVAC filters and complete routine preventative maintenance tasks on a regular schedule
Supervise and coordinate external contractors and service providers, including HVAC, cleaning, and specialty trades
Assist in supervising cleaning staff and ensuring consistent quality standards
Manage service contracts and communicate with vendors regarding scheduling, scope of work, and follow-up
Maintain organized, non-financial building records related to systems, warranties, inspections, and maintenance history
Assist with exhibit installation, maintenance, and repair, including light carpentry and fabrication work as needed
Use a variety of tools and equipment (e.g., table saw, soldering iron, hand tools, power tools, computer systems) safely and effectively
Support event and program needs related to facilities, including occasional setup and breakdown
Follow and support safe shop practices and general workplace safety standards
Learn and adapt to new tools, technologies, and building systems as they are introduced
Attend facilities-related meetings and communicate clearly with staff, contractors, and supervisors regarding building needs and priorities
Maintain organized records and documentation related to facilities operations
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated experience in facilities maintenance, building operations, or a related hands-on technical field
Ability to collaborate with various Museum teams
Ability to manage budgets and contracts
Strong carpentry skills and comfort using shop tools and hand/power tools
Working knowledge of HVAC systems and other mechanical building systems
Familiarity with technology, electronics, and basic troubleshooting
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Ability to work independently, identify priorities, and take initiative
Good communication and organizational skills
Willingness and ability to learn new systems and tools
Preferred
Experience working in a museum, cultural institution, school, or nonprofit environment
Familiarity with maintaining museum-quality environmental conditions
Mechanical curiosity and interest in how systems work
Experience supervising cleaning staff or contractors
Company
USS Constitution Museum
The USS Constitution Museum serves as the memory and educational voice of USS Constitution, by collecting, preserving, and interpreting the stories of “Old Ironsides” and the people associated with her.
Founded in 1972
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Kate Todd
Chief Development Officer (CDO)
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