Junior Technician - Facilities Maintenance

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Junior Technician - Facilities Maintenance

About the Organization Thanksgiving Point is a nonprofit dedicated to sparking curiosity, inspiring confidence, and helping children and families discover something new every time they visit. Through our museums, gardens, and farm experiences, we create hands-on adventures that are centered around all things STEM.

Born from a spirit of gratitude, we are proud to be a community-centered organization where science, nature, and the arts come alive. Each year, thousands of guests walk through our doors to explore, play, and grow-and it takes a passionate, creative team to make that magic happen.

If you're looking for meaningful work in a place where ideas are welcomed, teamwork matters, and every day brings something different, we'd love to meet you. Description

Junior Facilities Maintenance Technician Job Description

Wage: $17-20/hour DOE

Shift: Full time, 40 hours/week, exact schedule flexible. Mon-Fri with occasional Saturdays and holidays.

Benefits: Free Thanksgiving Point Membership for you and immediate family; medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurances; paid time off & holidays; 401(k); Employee Assistance Program; Financial Assistance Program; Thanksgiving Point venue discounts; and more!

Summary:

We are looking for a dependable, hands-on, and motivated Junior Facilities Maintenance Technician to join the Thanksgiving Point Facilities Team! Thanksgiving Point is one of Utah's most unique and exciting places to work, where no two days are the same. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with their hands, solving problems, learning new skills, and building experience in facilities maintenance and skilled trades.

In this role, you will assist with repairs, inspections, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, installations, and renovation projects throughout the property. You will work alongside experienced Facilities team members to help maintain buildings, equipment, and infrastructure while developing skills in areas such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, general construction, and building maintenance.

The ideal candidate has some hands-on maintenance, construction, mechanical, or trade experience and is eager to continue learning. Trade school, an apprenticeship, technical training, or experience using hand and power tools is a plus, but we are willing to train the right candidate.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with routine repairs, preventative maintenance, inspections, and troubleshooting of equipment and building systems.
• Learn and apply safe maintenance practices while following company policies, procedures, and OSHA safety requirements.
• Work alongside experienced Facilities team members to complete maintenance, repair, installation, and renovation projects.
• Safely use a variety of hand tools and power tools and continue developing proficiency with maintenance equipment.
• Assist with basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, drywall, and other general building maintenance tasks.
• Identify maintenance concerns and communicate issues, needed repairs, or safety hazards to the appropriate supervisor.
• Complete assigned work orders and document work performed using the computerized maintenance management/work order system on a mobile device.
• Assist with identifying and sourcing appropriate parts, supplies, and materials needed to complete maintenance projects.
• Help maintain an organized, clean, and safe work area.
• Assist with setup and teardown for large private and public events, including projects requiring lifting, tools, or equipment.
• Provide friendly, professional, and responsive service to coworkers, internal customers, vendors, and guests.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn new skills, take direction, ask questions, and accept feedback.
• Exemplify Thanksgiving Point's Mission, Values, and Policies through curiosity, compassion, and confidence.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager or supervisor.

Requirements:

• Some hands-on experience in maintenance, construction, mechanical work, facilities, landscaping, automotive, or another skilled trade preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience using a variety of hand tools and power tools preferred; demonstrated ability and willingness to learn may be considered in place of formal experience.
• Exposure to or interest in learning multiple trades, such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, painting, drywall, or general construction.
• Trade school, apprenticeship, technical training, certifications, or relevant coursework is a plus.
• Ability to learn new skills, follow instructions, and safely perform assigned work.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to ask questions and seek assistance when needed.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while also working effectively as part of a team.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to identify and communicate needed parts, materials, and supplies.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, climb, kneel, and stand for extended periods.
• Maintains a clean, professional appearance and demonstrates respectful and professional conduct with coworkers, internal customers, vendors, and guests.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must successfully pass a background check and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a company we do E-Verify on all potential candidates.

If you have questions about accommodations, please reach out to hr@thanksgivingpoint.org. We are an E-Verified Required Employer Position Technician - Facilities Maintenance Shift Days Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Category Maintenance Location Thanksgiving Point Number of Openings 1 Number Filled 0

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