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FORT MASON CENTER FOR ARTS & CULTURE (FMCAC)
FMCAC is a unique community destination, hosting arts and cultural events, organizations, and programs in historic buildings and piers along San Francisco’s northern waterfront. In operation since 1977, the nonprofit FMCAC is an extraordinary example of repurposing former military land and buildings for contemporary uses, including museums, performance spaces, and a vibrant schedule of art and cultural exhibitions and events.

In addition to the thousands of events that occur each year on campus, FMCAC leases space to nearly two dozen nonprofit and arts organizations as permanent residents. These residents receive annual support from FMCAC, allowing them to focus on producing original artistic programming. Current residents include the Pulitzer-Prize winning Magic Theatre, BATS Improv, Blue Bear School of Music, American Indian Cultural District, FLAX Art & Design Store, and the internationally acclaimed Greens Restaurant.

Located just inside San Francisco Bay, FMCAC is part of the National Park Service’s Golden Gate National Recreation Area. The campus is located on a highly desirable, 13-acre waterfront site that is open to the public and offers unparalleled views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and Angel Island. More than 1.5 million people visit FMCAC annually. FMCAC is located in the San Francisco Port Of Embarkation National Historic Landmark District.

HOUSE MANAGER

Department: Box Office
Reports To: Patron Services Manager
FSLA Status: Non-Exempt

OVERVIEW:

Fort Mason Center For Arts & Culture (FMCAC) operates 11 different event venues ranging in size from 500 to 60,000 square feet including piers, warehouses, a theater, and unique historical sites. Our venues feature showstopping views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and San Francisco Bay. We host a variety of different types of events including art fairs, exhibitions, performances, conferences, fundraisers, weddings, social events, and more. To see all of our offerings, check out our website at www.FortMason.org/venues.

In addition to hosting events produced by residents and outside organizations, FMCAC develops its own programs and events, including the monthly Fort Mason Night Market and seasonal Fort Mason Art Walks. The Fort Mason Art program commissions site-responsive works from a full range of artistic voices and perspectives, including exhibitions, performances, and public art.

Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture (FMCAC) seeks a House Manager to support the Cowell Theater. We are seeking a qualified individual who has exemplary customer service, an ability to problem solve, enjoys working in a diverse environment, and can demonstrate tact and diplomacy in challenging situations.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Proactively work to ensure that clients have a positive experience at FMCAC.
  • Know and enforce all regulations and policies of FMCAC during events./li>
  • Work with clients’ volunteer ushers to ensure that they know their responsibilities and emergency procedures.
  • Ensure that the theater and front of house are clean for each event.
  • Be aware of other events happening on campus and in the surrounding areas, and work with other FMCAC staff to coordinate and problem-solve conflicts between events.
  • Collaborate with the Box Office to ensure a positive patron experience.
  • Write house reports for each shift.
  • Troubleshoot facility and personnel issues as they arise.
  • Coordinate with service contractors (janitorial, security, parking, etc.), delegating tasks as necessary.
  • Oversee locking/unlocking of spaces as require.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum one (1) year experience in front of house or event coordination.
  • Experience working with groups (400+), including experience in safety and crowd control.
  • Calm under pressure; ability to direct staff, guests, and vendors with a level-headed manner in an emergency.
  • Customer-service oriented.
  • Organized and detail oriented; demonstrated maturity in judgment and actions.
  • Excellent verbal communication skills; tact and diplomacy in dealing with people and handling difficult situations.
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs. and stand for long periods of time.
  • Basic computer skills are required (Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to lift 50 lbs. and stand for long periods of time.


COMPENSATION & SCHEDULE:

  • $27+ per hour
  • This is an on-call position that fluctuates with the event season and is scheduled on a month-to-month basis. Hours are flexible and not guaranteed.

Interested and qualified candidates, please send resume, with cover letter, in confidence to resumes@fortmason.org. Please include the words "HOUSE MANAGER" in the subject line of your message.

Fort Mason Center for Arts and Culture is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).

NO CALLS PLEASE.


FACILITIES MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN, BUILDING TRADES

Department: Facilities
Reports To: Facilities Director
FSLA Status: Non-Exempt

OVERVIEW:
Facilities Maintenance Technicians support an environment of continual improvement through professionalism, innovation, and hard work. The Facilities Team believes strongly in taking responsibility and ownership of the facilities and systems we operate and maintain on our historic 13-acre campus.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Preserves and maintains FMCAC’s National Historic Landmark-status facilities by exercising consistent care, caution, and attention to detail.
  • Supports the daily operations and maintenance of FMCAC buildings, piers, grounds and equipment by performing troubleshooting, on-demand and preventive maintenance on the following facility components:
    • Mechanical: heating and cooling systems, boiler systems, and fire sprinklers
    • Plumbing: repair/replace toilets, faucets, sink, and water fountains
    • Electrical: repair/replace broken switches/outlets, lighting fixtures, and lightbulbs
    • Carpentry: repair/replace wood framing, furniture, cabinetry, interior and exterior doors and related hardware, drywall, window glass, and interior and exterior painting
  • Demonstrates proficiency in selecting proper methods of maintenance and repair and the required tools and materials.
  • Operates and maintains woodworking and metalworking machinery such as table saw, circular saw, drill press, hand tools, and welder (preferred, not required).
  • Analyzes and adheres to plans, specifications, manuals, and work orders, as well as other written and/or verbal instructions.
  • Works independently while obtaining approval when required.
  • Maintains an acute sense of quality and safety within one’s work practices.
  • Utilizes exceptional interpersonal and communication skills while interacting with FMCAC staff, clients, visitors, contractors, vendors, and other service providers.

SECONDARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Supports the FMCAC Groundskeeper’s recycling program and other waste removal procedures on an occasional basis.
  • Supports the Event Team in the set-up and break-down of meeting rooms and event venues on an occasional basis.
  • Responds proactively to campus-wide event changes, requests, issues, and emergencies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED). Continuing education or vocational training preferred.
  • Minimum four (4) year's experience in facility maintenance.
  • Working knowledge of building systems.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude.
  • Ability to be versatile and flexible.
  • Reliable and predictable attendance.
  • Present a positive, professional image.
  • Must be self-motivated and customer service-oriented.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Demonstrated ability to lift at least fifty (50) pounds safely.
  • Ability to climb and work safely at various heights utilizing ladders, scaffolds, catwalks, scissor lifts, and boom lifts.
  • Ability to use tools to perform facilities maintenance and other work.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position may occasionally supervise on-call temporary labor.


COMPENSATION & SCHEDULE:

  • $27+ per hour, competitive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, and paid time off.
  • Flexible weekday/weekend schedule – day and/or night hours available.

Interested and qualified candidates, please send resume, with cover letter, in confidence to resumes@fortmason.org. Please include the words "Facilities Maintenance Technician, Building Trades" in the subject line of your message.

Fort Mason Center for Arts and Culture is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).

NO CALLS PLEASE.


EVENT TECHNICIAN

Department: Events Management
Reports To: Operations Manager
FSLA Status: Non-Exempt

Fort Mason Center for Arts and Culture (FMCAC) is currently hiring Event Technicians to support our campus.

We are seeking hard-working individuals who have an interest in event production and facility operations, and who can contribute to a diverse team of technicians.

Event Technicians provide exceptional customer service and support to a wide variety of events on our 13-acre campus. We require all applicants to be versatile, flexible, able to work nights and weekends, and above all to be interested in event facility operations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Cleaning and operation of FMCAC event spaces, ensuring that event spaces are cleaned and correctly set up between each event.
  • Providing on-site assistance and troubleshooting for custodial, audio-visual, IT, and other requests.
  • Providing access to and securing FMCAC spaces.
  • Placing outdoor signage and hanging banners/signs for FMCAC events.
  • Completing basic maintenance tasks and supporting maintenance staff when the need arises.
  • Interacting effectively with vendors, contractors, and service providers.
  • Completing maintenance, A.V., janitorial, or other projects as assigned by management.
  • Effectively communicating client needs and issues to FMCAC Management.
  • Paying special attention to detail and safety in the workplace.
  • Responding proactively to campus-wide event changes, requests, problems, and emergencies.
  • Representing FMCAC to clients and visitors, using good interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Understanding floor plans created by events associates and guaranteeing proper set-up and breakdown of tables, chairs, and other rented resources.
  • Maintaining proper inventory management, including keeping accurate counts, reporting and separating broken or missing items for repair or replacement, and reorganizing storage rooms as necessary.
  • Other duties may be assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Ability to climb and work safely at various heights utilizing ladders, scaffolds, catwalks, and scissor lifts.
  • Basic computer skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Basic event technical skills, involving audio, lighting, and electrical.
  • Understanding of audio visual systems, including projection, display, etc.
  • IT and networking skills to troubleshoot and improve FMCAC’s infrastructure.
  • Forklift and/or aerial lift familiarity.

  • PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
    • Demonstrated ability to lift at least fifty (50) pounds safely.
    COMPENSATION:
    • Competitive base salary.
    • Attractive benefits package.
    Interested and qualified candidates, please send resume, with cover letter, in confidence to resumes@fortmason.org. Please include the words "Event Technician" in the subject line of your message.

    Fort Mason Center for Arts and Culture is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).

    NO CALLS PLEASE.