Facilities Associate

The San Diego Natural History Museum is seeking a reliable, attentive, detail-oriented Facilities Associate to assist with daytime operations and the security and care of the facility. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with a wide range of responsibilities and tasks, excellent communication skills, and good judgement. 

Areas of responsibilities include: 

• Conduct regular building walk-throughs checking that areas are secure and ensure building systems are functioning properly (HVAC, water pumps, elevators/lifts, generator, fire suppression systems, pest control, elevators/lifts).
• Receiving all contractors for scheduled work or emergency repairs – Providing access, directing to work area, communicating the issue and what is needed, following up with the Facilities Manager on results or additional needs.
• Respond to emergency situations within and directly outside of the Museum (fire alarms, medical emergencies, natural disasters, etc.).
• Receiving, logging and distributing Museum deliveries.
• Checking for fire hazards (fire extinguisher checks, kitchen equipment, heaters, pilot lights).
• Ensuring trash/recycling and paper shredding bins are available and ready for pick-up.
• Support Museum vehicle check-out and parking reservations.
• Assisting with access card creation and key distribution.
• Monitor security cameras and safety/security patrols, including providing escort for staff working with cash.
• Support the Special Events team with table, chair and equipment set-up/tear-down for Museum events and programs.
• Assist with security functions such as crowd control and ID checks for 21+ events.
• Complete full incident reports for documentation of Museum incidents with guests, staff and volunteers.
• Assist with building maintenance projects as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and requirements: 

• Must be available to work a flexible schedule (early mornings to late afternoons) on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays on an ongoing basis.
• Proven team player with strong communication skills and customer service skills who is approachable and responsive.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are important.
• Intuitive decision-making and response.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, sitting, climbing (stairs & ladders), crawling and lifting moderately heavy loads up to 50lbs.
• Valid California driver’s license and clean vehicle operation record.
• Current Guard Card certification through Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (or willingness to obtain within the first 30 days of hire.
• Current CPR/AED/First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain within the first 90 days of hire).
• Bilingual preferred.

Holiday availability may be required. A schedule for Friday through Monday is required. The San Diego Natural History Museum is open to the public every day except for Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. 

This is a part-time, regular position with benefits such as free admission into all of Balboa Park’s museums as well as free admission to the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park. 

Position pays $20.00/hour. 

Review of resumes begins on 08/01/2025