Facilities Technician

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The National Aquarium

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Established in 1981, the National Aquarium in Baltimore, Maryland, is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to connect people with nature to inspire compassion and care for our ocean planet. The Aquarium's award-winning habitats are home to thousands of animals representing hundreds of species of fish, birds, amphibians, reptiles and mammals. We are proud to be accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and exceed industry standards in all aspects of animal care and welfare.

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Facilities Technician

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Job Title: Facilities Technician

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Posting Date: May 2026

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Job Department: Facilities

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Schedule: Full Time

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Job Type: On-site

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Location: National Aquarium Pier 3 501 E Pratt St Baltimore, MD 21202/ACRC 901 E. Fayette St Baltimore, MD 21202/Candler 111 Market Pl Suite 800 Baltimore MD 21202

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JOB SUMMARY:

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The National Aquarium is seeking a Facilities Technician responsible for keeping all buildings, equipment and grounds well-maintained, clean, and working in all Aquarium Buildings in a first-class manner. Providing on-site support for locks and doors, general carpentry and commercial maintenance. This individual will support the Life Support (LS) Department by performing routine inspections of all LS water transfer equipment. Assess, repair, replace, rebuild and maintain all mechanical equipment as necessary and perform work on basic systems not typically found in a journeyed trade. Complete work-orders in a proactive and customer-oriented manner. Valid drivers license required. Must have weekend availability.

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KEY REQUIREMENTS:

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Essential responsibilities include:

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Keep all buildings, equipment and grounds well-maintained, clean, and working in all Aquarium Buildings in a first-class manner

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Repair and replace internal and external door and lock systems

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General carpentry, architectural maintenance

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Supporting maintenance of mechanical systems

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Keep all buildings, equipment and grounds well-maintained, clean, and working in all Aquarium Buildings in a first-class manner

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Support the Life Support Department by performing daily inspections of all LS water transfer equipment

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Assess, repair, replace, rebuild and maintain all equipment as necessary and perform work on basic systems not typically found in a journeyed trade

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Complete work-orders in a proactive and customer-oriented manner

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Responsible for work in all Aquarium buildings and grounds in all Maryland locations

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Full knowledge and experience of journeyed trade including electrical, plumbing, mechanical, carpentry, and/or pump system trades

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Good working knowledge non-journeyed trades including areas such as Ozone, life support systems, pumps, motors, sand filters, etc.

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Learn and master critical skills in other journeyed trades to ensure complete cross-training within Facilities team to ensure work orders can be completed by any Facilities team member when required

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Maintain all facilities systems to operate consistently and reliably

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Maintain Life Support & general building pumping systems

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Troubleshoot and solve problems

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Working knowledge of basic computer programs such as Windows Office

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Ability to be flexible and work on unrelated problems and projects within one day

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Communicate regularly with staff in other departments, in particular the status of work orders, changes, complications, completions and resolutions

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Interact with the Life Support Team on a daily basis to insure equipment reliability

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Coordination of work between facilities and other departments, such as Life Support, to minimize disruptions to the daily business and visitors

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Oversee all major pump repairs made by outside vendors

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Ability to complete work and projects in a timely fashion and within the set schedule

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Ability to work weekends and holidays as scheduled

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Support company mission

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Adhere to all organizational and departmental policies and procedures

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Other duties as assigned or required

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QUALIFICATIONS:

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High School Education, or equivalent

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Must be able to work with minimal supervision

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Must have a minimum of 5-6 years in the specified trade of which at least 1 year was at the Journeyman level. Completion of a recognized apprenticeship program and Journeyman certificate preferred. The specified trades of interest include but are not limited to Electrical, Plumbing, Pumps, Mechanical, and Carpentry

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Locksmith experience preferred

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Safety and CPR Training

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Ability to pass DOT Physical

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Must have a valid drivers license and ability to be insured by organization policy for fleet vehicles

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TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

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Hourly range ($21.78-27.67 per hour) with hours worked over 40 in a week eligible for overtime, premium pay for National Aquarium recognized holidays, and shift differential for overnight shifts. National Aquarium provides an excellent benefits package including four weeks paid time off, six paid floating holidays, up to four weeks of paid family leave and conservation day leave. Employees are eligible for health care (single and family) after 30 days of full-time work and 401(k) plan participation with employer match available. Employees receive a family membership package and Aquarium tickets.

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The National Aquarium is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to connect people with nature to inspire compassion and care for our ocean planet. Our compelling exhibits, science-based education programs and hands-on field initiatives engage more than 1.2 million people annually. One of the top three aquariums in the United States and the largest paid cultural attraction in Maryland, the Aquarium generates more than $430 million annually in economic impact to the state. The National Aquarium has hosted over 60 million guests since it opened in 1981.

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Today, the National Aquarium builds on a history of local, regional and global conservation initiatives that provide real solutions for protecting marine life, ecosystems and aquatic communities. Its Animal Rescue team has rescued, rehabilitated and released hundreds of marine mammals and endangered sea turtles throughout the mid-Atlantic region. Its Animal Care and Welfare teams participate in important research efforts to confront pressing ocean conservation issues and advocate for smarter policies at local, state and federal levels. Through education, research, conservation action and advocacy, the National Aquarium is pursuing a vision to connect a global community of hopeful conservationists, united to restore our planet.

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Perks

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Parking, 401K match, Family Membership, Development Reimbursement, and MORE!!

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Salary

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$21.78-27.67 Hourly

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How to Apply

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Interested and engaged applicants should apply through our website http://aqua.org/jobs. Requests for reasonable accommodation can be made by e-mailing HR@aqua.org or calling 410-576- 8532.

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The National Aquarium

501 E. Pratt Street

Baltimore, MD 21202

Phone: 4106594281

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