Facilities Technician

The Atlanta Botanical Garden is one of Atlanta’s most treasured destinations, where extraordinary gardens, experiences, and a commitment to nature come together. Our team helps bring this special place to life every day, creating an environment that welcomes our guests, supports our staff, and preserves the beauty of the Garden for generations to come.

We are looking for a Facilities Technician to help maintain the facilities and building systems that keep the Garden operating safely and efficiently. This position will work across both our Atlanta and Gainesville locations and may include working nights, weekends, and extended hours during our Garden Lights season. 

Key Responsibilities

• Routinely inspects facility, troubleshoots and makes repairs to the mechanical, electrical, air conditioning and plumbing systems, as well as any structural elements on the property 
• Perform a variety of maintenance/minor repair activities on the interior/exterior areas of the property including, but not limited to, painting, drywall, structural elements, including sidewalks, plumbing repairs, clears drain stoppages, interior and exterior lighting including lamp, fuse and ballast replacement
• Operate a variety of equipment to perform preventive maintenance, minor repairs and maintain cleanliness of property
• Assist other departments, including but not limited to, Special Events to setup events
• Perform the job in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines (i.e. OSHA standards) to promote a safe working environment
• Schedule and perform preventive maintenance programs as assigned by Sr. Building Engineer
• Ensure the appropriate inventory systems, records, files, material safety data sheets, supplies, equipment and tools are maintained
• Periodically inspect air handling units, tighten or replace belts, replace filters and grease components
• Maintain logs to document activity
• May perform additional maintenance duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Technical School certifications and/or training preferred 
• Building maintenance experience performing some carpentry, HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing functions preferred
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
• Paint, electrical, plumbing, and drywall skills
• Self-starter with ability to work independently
• Capability to diagnose problems on equipment
• Knowledge of basic electrical systems
• Knowledge of safety rules, hazards and application of accident prevention measures
• Basic knowledge of fire protection hydraulic system and fire protection alarm systems
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and extended hours during Garden Lights, Holiday Nights season
• Valid Driver’s License with good Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds

The above job duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work for employees in this position, but this is not intended as an exclusive or all-inclusive inventory of all duties required of employees in this job.

It is the policy of the Atlanta Botanical Garden to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Atlanta Botanical Garden Core Values

• Conservation: We value natural resources and ecosystems, making choices with the long-term sustainability of our planet in mind
• Excellence: We hold ourselves to high standards and expect commitment from each other to contribute to a positive image and reputation for the Garden
• Inspiration: We inspire through the creation of an environment that supports imagination and expression of beauty, providing joy, delight, and a deeper appreciation of plants for everyone
• Integrity: We demonstrate honesty, transparency, accountability, trustworthiness, and ethical behavior, exercising good judgment in our actions and communication
• Respect: We value the diversity of our coworkers, volunteers, and guests, holding each other in the highest regard