Reports to: Assistant Manager, Facilities
Job Type: Full-time – Regular
Job Classification: Hourly (non-exempt)
Workplace Location: Los Angeles – Academy Museum
Compensation: $20.00 per hour
Summary/Objective
The Set-up Services Associate supports museum operations and events by setting up and breaking down furniture and equipment. This role is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and condition of all equipment to meet the Museum's standards.
This position is represented by a union.
Essential Functions Of The Job
- Properly and efficiently perform set-up services duties according to the Museum’s training program.
- Assist with inspecting and evaluating the condition of event-related equipment, tables, and chairs.
- Ensure that furniture and equipment are cleaned and properly maintained.
- Undertake comprehensive and ongoing training for the set-up services team
- Ensure that all work is performed safely in conformance with the Museum’s safety programs.
- Assist with set-up and break-down of tables, chairs, and linens for numerous meetings, programs, events, and other activities.
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships as well as a positive and respectful attitude with peers, subordinates, supervisors, administrators, and visitors.
- Perform other related duties as assigned, including supporting the custodial, maintenance, and grounds teams.
- A high school diploma or equivalent certificate of completion.
- A minimum of 1 year of experience in set-up services and or custodial trade, or a combination of education and experience that would provide the required equivalent qualifications.
- Knowledge of safety precautions and procedures, particularly related to moving equipment and heavy furniture.
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
- A commitment to diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion.
- Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed based on event and operational schedules.
- Ability to communicate in English is preferred.
- Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Ability to perform work in environments that may be noisy, dirty, or physically demanding.
- Ability to safely move throughout the facility, including working on ladders, lifts, and at heights.
- Ability to frequently move, position, and transport up to 50 pounds through extended periods of time.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 15 days of PTO, plus company-paid holidays.
- Additional time off, including summer hours, winter hours, and a cultural floating holiday.
- Paid sick leave.
- Paid parental leave.
- 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
- Clean Air Commuter Program
- Employee Assistance Program through CompPsych Guidance Resources.
- Wellness benefits through Cigna Healthcare.
- Free access to 16,000+ online courses through LinkedIn Learning
- Free Academy membership screenings
- Free tickets and screenings at the Academy Museum
- Employee discounts through LifeMart and Working Advantage
About the company
Company website•Museums, Historical Sites, Zoos
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures celebrates the art and science of movies—past, present, and future. Its exhibitions and programs convey the magic of cinema and offer a glimpse behind the screen, illuminating the creative and collaborative process of filmmaking.
Designed by Pritzker Prize–winning architect Renzo Piano, the Academy Museum will restore and revitalize the historic Saban Building—formerly an iconic May Company department store—at the corner of Wilshire Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue in Los Angeles. The Saban Building will feature six floors, including exhibition spaces, a 288-seat theater, an education studio, special event spaces, conservation areas, and a café and store. A new spherical addition will connect to the Saban Building with glass bridges and will feature a state-of-the-art 1,000-seat theater and a rooftop terrace with sweeping views of the Hollywood Hills.