Operations Technician II

San Francisco, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 32 - 38

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art is one of the largest museums of modern and contemporary art in the United States and a thriving cultural center for the Bay Area. We cannot imagine life without art; it inspires and connects us every day. Now more than ever these connections matter and are aligned with our values.

Inclusive: We strive to be a museum of many voices in dialogue.

Passionate: We believe working with art is more than a job or trusteeship - its a way of life.

Brave: We are committed to approaching our work with courage and a sense of adventure always ready to explore new perspectives.

Empathic: We aim to act like a person not an institution.

SFMOMA is a place for the infinitely curious to explore support and experience the art of our time. We believe that modern and contemporary art can influence the way we think view the world and embrace the many voices and perspectives around us. We aspire to foster an environment that elicits joy nurtures a sense of belonging and purposewhere difference is seen as a strength and every one is appreciated for their whole self.

Schedule: Full Time 35 hours/week five days working onsite

Under the direct supervision of the Operations Manager the Operations Technician II provides support to the department by assisting in Operations related projects. Working with Operations management the Operations Project Manager and the Lead Operations Technician this roles provides on-site coverage and act as a point person with vendors on Capital Projects. Outside of special projects they will also work alongside other Operations Technicians to provide support to the museum facility building maintenance repairs painting gallery and office furniture moving workstation ergonomics setting up workday meetings mailroom and supply delivery. They will perform skilled and semi-skilled tasks. The position also supports off-site Museum locations and garage. This role also helps cover the Shipping and Supply Coordinator when needed.

Responsibilities & Duties

Operations Special Projects
Serves as on-site contact for vendor work at museum and off-site locations including inspecting vendor work.
Coordinates and works with Operations Project Manager Operations Manager and Lead Operations Technician for access and coverage of timelines.
Runs errands in support of outside projects.

Maintenance and Repairs
Performs a variety of maintenance and repairs including patching and painting wall columns and furniture and removing graffiti.
Stores and disposes furniture and e-waste.
Works with outside vendors for building repairs and upgrades.
Supports off-site facilitys Operational and PPE needs.
Replenishes and replaces PPE products throughout the facilities.

Meeting Preparations and Furniture Moving
Helps with weekday logistics supplies tables and chairs for meetings programs and classes.
Moves gallery and public furniture to new locations and storage.

Shipping and Mailroom
Provides shift coverage for Shipping and Receiving.
Stages large deliveries in dock and storage at museum.
Delivers packages to departments offices and staff.
Replenishes office supplies in the administrative offices.

Office and Desk Furniture
Moves and replaces office furniture including changing office configurations.
Provides ergonomic assessments and addresses issues at workstations.
Performs minor repairs to office and public furniture.
Supplies PPE to staff and departments.

Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications & Skills

Possession of a High School diploma or G.E.D. certificate.
Minimum of two (2) years of related experience with Woodshop skills experience in an office environment.
Familiarity with computer program Outlook Word Excel and PowerPoint and Teams.
Some background working construction projects and overseeing vendor work.
Ability to confidently work with vendors during on site construction projects assure they are following specified guidelines to assigned projects.
Knowledge of safety procedures related to the handling of chemical solvents adhesives and solutions and ability to learn first aid and CPR procedures.
Ability to effectively perform various skilled and semi-skilled tasks including woodworking construction methods and use of shop equipment.
Willingness to learn safety procedures and operate a forklift scissor lift and in possession of a valid drivers license and willingness to drive a box truck.

Working Conditions

Move and lift up to 50 pounds climb a ladder manual dexterity required to use tools and operate equipment.
Must be able to visually inspect work.
On occasion must be available to work irregular hours on days and weekends especially during special projects.

$32.40 - $38.88 an hour

$32.40/hour (starting); $38.88/hour (position)

This is a union position subject to the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Job posting open date:10/16/25

All jobs posted will remain open for at least five business days.

We encourage both internal and external candidates to apply within the initial open posting period as the application close date may or may not be extended beyond that initial period. Applications will not be accepted after a posting has been closed.

Location: San Francisco 151 3rd Street.

Benefits: PTO Medical Dental Vision Flexible Spending Accounts Pet Insurance Life and AD&D Coverage Disability Insurance Mental Health and Wellness Benefits Discount Programs Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan SFMOMA Membership and more

At SFMOMA we do not believe that any applicant can or should meet every qualification listed in a job posting. We are committed to welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and professional paths who are inspired to join a mission-driven community-oriented organization grounded in inclusivity passion bravery and empathy.

If this describes you we encourage you to apply.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

SFMOMA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity equity inclusion and accessibility. No person shall be discriminated against based on race color religion gender gender identity age genetic informationancestry/national origin marital status disability medical condition HIV status sexual orientation veteran/military status and any other category protected by federal of state law.

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You can request reasonable accommodation by contacting the People Team at emailprotected.

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