Maintenance Technician
Job Description
About Us
Old Sturbridge Village is the largest outdoor history museum in the Northeast, spanning more than 200 scenic acres with over 40 original historic buildings, including homes, mills, trade shops, and a working farm. Our facilities team plays a vital role in preserving this unique living history museum while creating an exceptional experience for every guest.
Position Summary
Old Sturbridge Village is seeking a reliable and skilled Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join our Facilities team. In this hands-on role, you'll help maintain our historic campus through carpentry, repairs, preventive maintenance, snow removal, pest monitoring, and general facility support. This position reports to the Building Trades Manager and requires both independent work and collaboration with a close-knit maintenance team.
Responsibilities
- Perform general building maintenance, repairs, and carpentry throughout the Village
- Assist with plumbing, electrical, masonry, and mechanical maintenance projects
- Monitor, document, and respond to pest activity using established safety procedures
- Perform snow and ice removal during winter weather
- Complete daily mail and supply runs on and off campus
- Track maintenance requests using facilities management software
- Maintain personal hand tools and properly use Village-owned power tools
- Respond to emergency and after-hours maintenance calls as needed
- Assist with occasional evening and weekend event support
- Help maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for staff and visitors
Qualifications
- 3–5 years of general maintenance, facilities, or skilled trades experience
- OSHA 10 Certification or willingness to obtain after hire
- Valid driver's license required
- Working knowledge of:
- Carpentry
- Basic plumbing
- Basic electrical systems
- General building maintenance
- Knowledge of safe pest control practices
- Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently
- Team-oriented with the ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds
Physical Requirements
- Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and reach
- Regularly lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 80 pounds
- Work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Occasionally work at elevated heights
- Must possess close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Schedule
- Monday–Friday
- 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
- Occasional evenings and weekends as needed
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discount
About Old Sturbridge Village
Old Sturbridge Village is committed to fostering a workplace that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and believe diverse perspectives strengthen our organization.
Old Sturbridge Village is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, or any other protected characteristic.
If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know. We're committed to providing accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
