What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Technician position at Starlight Theatre?
Come join an organization that offers the following three-tier benefits package:
Starlight Physical Wellness
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance paid by employer
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Awarded Silver level certification from KC Chamber of Commerce for 2024 Healthy KC Workplace Wellness
Starlight Emotional Wellness
Paid Time Off (up to 10 days in first year)
Paid Holidays (including Thanksgiving, winter holiday (Dec. 25-Jan. 1) and 5 floating holidays of your choice)
Employee Assistance Program
Personal Leave of Absence up to 4 weeks
Flexible remote work schedule up to 2 days a week (eligible employees)
Starlight Financial Wellness
401(k) Retirement Savings Program
Life Insurance
Family Leave up to 4 weeks at 100% pay
125 Cafeteria Plan
Starlight Perks & Discounts including show tickets and concession discounts
The Facilities Technician is responsible for the daily operation and physical appearance of Starlight Theatre, restoring the venue to tip-top shape after events, setting areas in the facility for the next event, and day-to-day maintenance.
Required Accountabilities & Deliverables:
- Embraces Starlight’s mission, vision, values, and commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access.
- Assist with all event changeovers, room set-ups, and other event-based needs.
- Performs daily housekeeping, janitorial, and custodial duties throughout the venue.
- Assists with the overall snow removal operations within the venue boundaries.
- Assists in coordinating all waste and recycling collection, separation, and removal processes.
- Assist with HVAC, plumbing, electrical, equipment repairs, and display fountain cleaning, treating & maintenance.
- Provide event-based maintenance and oversight of janitorial services.
The above listing is not all-inclusive; other duties may be assigned to meet the organization's needs.
Preferred Skills and Abilities:
- Exhibit good communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
- Working knowledge of operating equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, hand tools, fire hydrants, power washers, fountains, power tools, and floor scrubbers.
- Awareness of basic safety/risk management and environmental quality procedures.
- Able to work independently, and part of a small but critically important team.
Preferred Education and/or Work Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience.
- Experience in the performing arts industry/facility/event operations.
Other Working Conditions:
- Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs.
- Ability to crawl, crouch, balance, stoop, kneel, or stand for long periods.
- Ability to use ladders up to 30 ft. and work comfortably at heights exceeding 25 ft.
- Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions, as well as work on event nights.
This role is an indoor and outdoor job with a demanding varying workweek schedule of 40 hours per week, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., but these hours may vary depending on weather, events, holidays, and other factors.
If you are interested in being considered for this position, submit your application online or at Starlight’s West Ticket Office, next to Gate 3, Mon-Fri, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please visit our website for more information regarding Starlight employment.
Starlight Theatre Association is an Equal Employment Opportunity organization. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.
Starlight supports an environment that values and respects the experiences and contributions of its employees, volunteers, partners and community members. We encourage and welcome applicants of groups that are historically underrepresented in the American theatre industry.
For more information about our accessible workplace, including disability accommodations for the application process and beyond, please email starlightjobs@kcstarlight.com.
Starlight Theatre Association of Kansas City, Inc. is a 501(c) (3) not-for-profit organization with a mission to connect our community through live arts experiences that entertain, inspire, and engage.
Salary : $15 - $19