Lead Maintenance & Mover (Full-Time)

The Lighthouse, part of Whalar Group, is a first-ever creative campus and studio playground for the Creator Generation, offering Creators an I.R.L. platform to Learn, Make, and Belong. With Venice, CA already opened, and Brooklyn, NY opening in Fall 2025, and London/EMEA opening in 2026, the campuses are designed to empower and support career Creators and creative professionals, providing a dynamic environment explicitly tailored to their needs. Each campus features state-of-the-art, mixed-use content studios, and hosts impactful programming that empowers members to collaborate, learn, and grow their businesses within a thriving community.

The Lighthouse expands opportunities and creative capabilities, offering Creators a dedicated space to co-create, connect, and lead the businesses shaping creative culture. Learn more: www.thelighthouse.com

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About the role:

As the Lead Maintenance & Mover, you’ll be the hands-on leader who ensures the Brooklyn Campus stays functional, safe, and inspiring for creators and their teams. From supervising maintenance projects to supporting large-scale event logistics, you’ll guide the Maintenance & Movers Team, set the standard for reliability, and act as the point of contact for urgent facilities needs. This role combines physical work with leadership, keeping campus operations running smoothly every day.

Here’s what you’ll do day-to-day:

• Serve as key holder, handling opening, closing, and facility security.
• Supervise and delegate daily tasks for the Maintenance & Movers Team.
• Lead maintenance and repair projects, coordinating with vendors and contractors as needed.
• Support events and productions through load-ins, load-outs, and set-ups.
• Provide training on safety, equipment use, and service standards.
• Oversee room resets, equipment set-ups, and outdoor/landscaping upkeep.
• Act as the first responder to urgent maintenance or facilities issues.
• Maintain organized storage areas, tools, and equipment.
• Communicate updates, priorities, and team needs to campus leadership.
• Foster a positive, professional, and inclusive team environment.

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Proven experience in facilities, maintenance, or operations.
• Leadership experience supervising small teams.
• Hands-on, proactive problem solver with accountability and initiative.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Comfortable with physical work, including lifting, moving, and equipment use.
• Knowledge of general building maintenance, light repairs, and vendor coordination.
• Trustworthy, reliable, and able to serve as a key holder.
• Adaptable to the dynamic nature of a creative, fast-paced campus.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and move heavy objects (up to 55 lbs).
• Frequent standing, bending, and walking throughout shifts.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends for events and productions.
• Mobility across campus and outdoor areas as required.

Our values:

At The Lighthouse, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) isn't just a statement, it's our collective strength. Our people are our superpower. A diverse team and inclusive leadership have shaped Whalar since our inception in 2016, fueling a constant evolution of growth. We champion a culture of respect and empathy, fostering a sense of belonging that transcends demographics. We hire individuals of all backgrounds and empower them to thrive, challenge stereotypes, and actively break societal barriers.

The Lighthouse provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship, including hiring, promotions, training, working conditions, compensation, and benefits.