Facilities and Maintenance Technician

Museum of Ice Cream
Chicago, IL

About Us

Museum of Ice Cream is an inclusive & immersive brand , designed to captivate your sweetest fantasy and sugar-filled daydreams online and IRL. At Museum of Ice Cream, we invite you to believe in the magic of creativity , to remind you that inclusive spaces do exist, and to show you that childlike wonder is worth savoring. In our world, ice cream is the agent of change and the vehicle to ignite the creative spirit that lives in all of us. Fueled by the power of imagination, MOIC is a universe of possibilities with tons of room for you to explore.

The Flavor Profile

The Facilities and Maintenance Technician supports their museum site and collaborates with Production, Construction, and Events teams in partnership with the Facilities and Maintenance Manager. You will receive deliverables from the Management Team and General Management, with responsibilities that intersect with operations and respond to the maintenance ticketing system. While much of the heavier work occurs on museum reset days, the Facilities and Maintenance Technician will actively participate in daily operations, troubleshooting smaller issues with equipment and the building. Additionally, you will assist the Facilities and Maintenance Manager in executing larger projects, repairs, and maintenance during pre-opening and post-closing shifts. This role directly reports to the on-site Facilities and Maintenance Manager .

Your day-to-day:

  • Complete daily task list in the Daily Binder.
  • Order cleaning supplies as needed, and manage the distribution of products to the Clean Team.
  • Repair current and outstanding items, and make predictions about facility needs for events and resets.
  • Stay responsive and up-to-date on all email and Slack communications.
  • Perform weekly preventive maintenance tasks, including painting, patching, light plumbing/electrical work, equipment diagnostics, organization, and cleaning.
  • Take weekly inventory of supplies delivered to Facilities Management.
  • Handle the shipping and receiving of facility supplies.
  • Ensure compliance with the Facilities uniform policy.
  • Participate in fire watch when alarms are down.
  • Organize storage and mechanical closets.
  • Maintain the cleanliness of the outside area and manage trash disposal.
  • Take ownership of the hourly cleaning sheet.
  • Work on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays.
  • Have the option to accept or decline on-call work.
  • Ensure checklists are complete and the museum is show-ready.
  • Be willing to work late nights and early mornings as needed.
  • Fill out and submit daily reports.

Requirements

The Necessities and Nice-to-Haves:

  • Team-oriented
  • Highly accountable
  • Strong critical thinking abilities
  • Positive, solution-oriented attitude
  • Creative problem-solving skills
  • Strong work ethic
  • Eager to learn and handle detailed tasks
  • Proficient in computer and tech skills
  • Extensive tool knowledge
  • General construction expertise
  • Skilled in painting, carpentry, and finish work
  • Experience in welding and fabrication
  • Knowledgeable in electrical and plumbing work
  • Proficient in drywall and framing
  • Skilled in tiling
  • Experience with CAD and 3D printing
  • Familiarity with fiberglass work
  • High-level finish work capability
  • Ability to lift 40 lbs
  • Knowledge of emergency procedures
  • Able to stand for up to 8 hours per day

Job Type: Part-time (Up to 30 hours per week)

Pay : $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits

The Good Stuff:

  • Annual pinkball (yes, it is “pink-tie” themed and you can bring a date!)
  • Unlimited ice cream
  • Competitive Pay
  • 16 free museum tickets per year for friends and family, with free entry for self
  • 50% off retail products

Schedule:

  • Holidays
  • Weekend availability

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift
  • Night Shift

Willingness to travel:

  • 10% (Required)

Museum of Ice Cream is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Posted 2026-04-10

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