Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The heart of Boston Ballet is the human experience. Through our living and breathing art, we forge human connections—between artist and attendee, teacher and trainee, friend and newcomer, one's outer and inner self. We believe that the community of employees that makes dance possible is better together when talented individuals with varied life experiences, identities, races, cultures, and ideas are welcomed, encouraged, and heard.

The Facilities and Operations Manager is responsible for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of Boston Ballet’s studios/office spaces in Boston, Newton, Brookline, and other satellite locations. We’re looking for someone willing to roll up their sleeves to take ownership for the ongoing maintenance of these properties.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee elements of acquisition, installation, operation, maintenance, repair, and performance of building systems, building structures, life safety systems, permanent interiors, furniture, equipment, grounds, and exterior elements.
• Locate, coordinate and oversee vendors for service, inspections, and repairs, including managing all contractors/vendors performing facility work, vendors include but not limited to; HVAC, Elevator, Alarm systems, Fire Alarm, Generator Services, and Cleaning Services.
• Ad hoc cleaning to the extent not covered by our cleaning vendor. Process invoices and track facilities expenses.
• Ensure that all system and building permits, certificates, and licenses are kept up to date and posted in the appropriate places.
• Supervise and maintain schedules of contracted security guards.
• Through daily visual inspections ensure that the facilities are clean and safe as required by the needs of the company and that all mechanical systems are operating correctly.
• Perform repairs and maintenance as necessary, including light carpentry, plumbing, sheetrock repair, painting, and electrical work.
• Assist other employees when needed i.e. hanging pictures or bulletin boards, moving furniture and boxes, changing light bulbs, and cleaning up spills.
• Manage pest control.
• Acquire bids as necessary for new or replacement services.
• Work with staff responsible for special events to ensure events receive proper facility support and staffing and that established procedures are followed.
• Order and organize building expendable stock including light bulbs, cleaning supplies, and paper products . Other duties as assigned. In the past this has included duties like laundering physical therapy towels on a regular weekly schedule.
• May require night and/or weekend work as necessary. Boston Ballet has a professional ballet company and also a large ballet school, and as a result our buildings operate 7 days a week for extended hours. This role will periodically require off-hour problem resolution and tasks scheduled around the ballet company and school.

• Excellent communication, organization and time management skills
• Positive, patient attitude, and understanding of creative/artistic work environments
• Ability to be proactive in identifying facilities problems and taking ownership to solve them Attention to detail
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Broad knowledge of theatrical methods and systems 
• Good understanding of safety standards and practices
• Skills with power and manual construction tools and methods
• Skills with wood & drywall
• Experience with electrical and plumbing work and practices
• Establishes and maintain effective working relationships with representatives and various groups, vendors, co-workers, and others
• Ability to lift 100 pounds, operate power tools, climb 12-foot step ladder to work on or above ceilings, work in access space above ceilings, work with electrical fixtures and tract lighting, shovel and clear snow and ice 

BENEFITS

• BCBS HMO health insurance plan with zero deductible
• BCBS dental insurance with employer providing 100% annual premium for individual coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) – health and dependent care
• Employer-paid life and disability plans
• Immediate access to 403(b) retirement savings plan featuring both pre-tax and Roth options
• Ability to purchase MBTA passes on a pre-tax, payroll deduction basis up to IRS monthly limit
• Paid time off – holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days
• Free adult dance classes
• Complimentary tickets to select Boston Ballet performances (based on availability)
• Hybrid work

Salary Pay Range : $65,000 to $75,000 per year. This range is a reasonable, good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position at this time, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs, and other considerations permitted by law. At Boston Ballet, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.

Boston Ballet is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

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Job Tags

Permanent employment, For contractors, Traineeship, Work at office, Immediate start, Flexible hours, Night shift, Weekend work,

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