Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance

Buildings Maintenance Technician | Part-time

Job Type: Part-time, 15 - 25 hours per week

Job Description: 

The part-time Buildings Maintenance Technician will report to the Facilities and Grounds Manager to assist in the care and maintenance of Woodmere Art Museum located in Chestnut Hill. Its buildings include the main historic mansion with galleries and offices, a residential building used for storage and back-of-house activities, a carriage house art studio, and a fourth property undergoing major renovations to showcase another 14 galleries of the Woodmere permanent collection, opening November 2025.

Responsibilities:

  • General repair and maintenance of buildings, parking areas, utilities, and equipment on an ongoing basis;
  • Light carpentry duties such as dry wall spackling and sanding;
  • Touch-up painting of walls as needed in galleries;
  • Minor electrical and plumbing repairs;
  • Assist with grounds keeping if needed;
  • Open and/or close Museum and ensure the security of the building both at the start and close of business;
  • Manage work order tickets for repairs and event setup requests.

Requirements:

  • Valid Driver’s License;
  • Background checks and clearance required;
  • Experience and ability to perform minor repairs in electricity, plumbing, equipment management;
  • Flexible schedule to accommodate evening events as needed;
  • Calm demeanor when making emergency and safety related decisions;
  • Able to lift 50 lbs.;
  • Working knowledge of MS Office;
  • Pleasant disposition interfacing with the public and communicating with visitors to the Museum.

Preferred, but not required

  • HVAC repair experience 
  • Historic renovations;
  • Event set-up and take-down experience;
  • Audio Visual experience;
  • Experience with museums and event spaces.

This is a position with hours that includes weekends on a consistent basis. The successful candidate will demonstrate a willingness to be trained to understand the Museum’s facilities and general operations. A demonstrated passion for the arts, the work of the museums, and/or institutions of public service is preferred.

Woodmere Art Museum values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status and any other status protected by law.

Please submit cover letter and resume to: careers@woodmereartmuseum.org

Woodmere Art Museum is seeking a part-time Buildings Maintenance Technician (15–25 hours/week) to help maintain the beauty, safety, and functionality of its historic buildings. This hands-on role includes repairs, minor carpentry and painting, and supporting event setup. The position requires weekend availability and involves regular interaction with visitors and staff. Ideal candidates will have experience with commercial building repairs, a strong work ethic, and an interest in supporting the mission of a cultural institution.