Facilities Support Associate, Variable

THE BROAD 

The Broad’s mission is to make contemporary art accessible to the widest possible audience. Founded in 2015 on Grand Avenue in downtown Los Angeles by philanthropists Eli and Edythe Broad, the museum offers free general admission and presents an active Program of special exhibitions and innovative live events, all within a landmark building designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro. Welcoming around 900,000 visitors per year, The Broad is a bustling public space and serves as home to the Broad collection, one of the world’s leading collections of postwar and contemporary art, which continues to grow as new artists and artworks are added. The museum is also the headquarters of The Broad Art Foundation’s worldwide lending library, which has been loaning collection works to museums around the world since 1984. An expansion of the museum will open before the 2028 summer Olympics in Los Angeles, creating even greater public access.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Reporting to the Chief Engineer and Facilities Engineer, the Facilities Support Associate provides critical support to the museum’s operations by assisting with event setups, minor facilities repairs, and maintenance tasks. This position focuses on light facilities work including patching, painting, basic carpentry, and event furniture logistics. The Facilities Support Associate is an on-call/variable position. The schedule may vary based on museum programming and private event needs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Facilities Maintenance

• Performs light maintenance and repairs including patching walls, painting, basic carpentry, and minor hardware adjustments.
• Assists with upkeep of museum facilities, ensuring all spaces are safe, operational, and visitor ready.
• Does dishes and maintains the kitchens and break spaces.
• Identifies and reports maintenance needs and safety hazards to supervisor.

Events/Meetings

• Sets up tables, chairs, stands, stages and equipment based on pre-determined event layouts.
• Breaks down and stores furniture and equipment post-events; ensures items are clean and ready for future use.
• Assists with moving equipment and furniture for event staging and breakdown.

General

• Assists with the loading, unloading, transporting, and storing of equipment and furniture.
• Responds positively and promptly to requests for assistance from museum staff.
• Adhere to The Broad safety procedures.
• Performs other related duties as required to support The Broad’s mission and operational goals.

REQUIREMENTS
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS 

• Demonstrated experience in facilities maintenance or event operations support.
• Knowledge of basic repair techniques including patching, painting, and light carpentry.
• Ability to read and understand safety instructions, material handling guidelines, and maintenance manuals.
• Ability to perform duties safely with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Effective oral communication skills; fluency in English, Spanish, or both preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills; courteous, friendly, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Availability to work variable shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Commitment to the values of accessibility and cultural engagement.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• All employees of The Broad are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to certain exemptions as required by law. All newly hired staff must show proof of their COVID-19 vaccination within 45 days of hire. Please contact Human Resources if you have questions regarding the COVID-19 vaccination policy.
• Adhere to all safety measures and guidelines.
• Ability to wear a mask during your scheduled work shifts if and when necessary.
• Ability to adhere to a health screen in compliance with health and safety guidelines as outlined by LA County Department of Public Health.
• Must adhere to COVID-19 policies and procedures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Physical ability to perform labor-intensive tasks.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing up to 50 pounds. A full range of body motion is required on the job to include frequent sitting, bending, stooping, crouching, lifting, carrying, reaching, climbing, kneeling, walking, and standing.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.

SCHEDULE 

This is an on-call as-needed hourly position. Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays is required, depending on scheduled programs, private events, and based on the needs of the business.

PAY RANGE

$21.00 per hour, based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

BENEFITS

• 401(k) up to 4% match, with immediate vesting.
• Additional generous 5% retirement contribution to eligible employees.
• Sick days.
• Free parking or free LA Metro pass or bike/walk stipend.
• Discount at The Shop at The Broad, and at local eateries

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background and reference check.

TO APPLY

Please submit your resume and letter of interest. We will only contact candidates selected for further consideration. No phone inquiries please.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

The Broad is an equal opportunity employer, and we aspire to reflect the diversity of Los Angeles in both our staff and our visitors. It is the practice of The Broad to offer equal opportunity consistent with applicable federal and state law in all aspects of employment. All employment decisions will be made in compliance with applicable federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, medical condition (as defined by California law and including Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), actual or perceived), genetic information, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, having filed a discrimination complaint or any other status protected by applicable law. The Broad believes that by actively building a diverse workforce we can innovate, inspire, and engage with the widest possible audience. 

Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified candidates with disabilities in accordance with the ADA and the ADAAA. 

Statements in this description represent typical elements, criteria, and general work performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the job.

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