THIS IS A UNION ROLE
The Cleaner reports directly to the Head of Facilities.
The Cleaner is responsible for carrying out general services in a proactive and friendly manner, addressing problems identified during inspections, reporting unsafe conditions within the museum and acting as a point of contact for employees and patrons.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Follow a schedule to perform general janitorial services such as mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, dusting and general clean up inside all buildings.
- Perform all required maintenance on the museum’s restrooms to maintain the museum’s standards.
- Keep the museum grounds clean of garbage, debris, leaves, branches, and other foreign materials.
- Clean and maintain floors in all museum buildings.
- Inspect the museum’s campus for damage or other facilities issues and report issues to the Head of Facilities.
- Proactively address problems identified through inspections.
- Remove snow and ice (shoveling / salting) as needed.
- As a primary point of contact for both employees and patrons, act with courtesy, respect and in a friendly manner always.
- Follow all museum safety requirements and participate in safety training programs.
- Assist with set up and breakdown of special events as needed which will require some 24/7 availability.
- Ensure the appropriate safety gear is worn for all assigned tasks.
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Organized self-starter and strong attention to detail.
- Good time management skills.
- Ability to effectively operate floor maintenance scrubbers and buffers or other related equipment preferred.
- Strong interpersonal communication abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional internal and external customer service.
- Ability to lift and move up to 25 lbs. (generally tables, chairs, etc...)
- Must be able to work overtime, evenings, and weekends as needed.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma preferred.
- 2 + years relevant work experience in general maintenance or janitorial services.