Custodian

Description

Job Description: Custodian

Status: Full Time, Hourly, 37.5 Hours / Week (on-site)

Department: Facilities

 Who We Are

The Virginia Living Museum is a leader in natural living exhibits! Native Virginia mammals, marine life, reptiles, amphibians, birds, plants and planets are presented in natural ecosystems and honored for their ability to connect people to nature through educational experiences that promote conservation.

Accredited by both the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (living exhibits) and the American Alliance of Museums (non-live collections), the Museum’s high standards are its hallmark, as only fourteen institutions share this designation in the country. Community volunteers outnumber staff by approximately 7:1 for incredible mission delivery. The Museum is a 2015 Governor's Environmental Excellence Gold Award recipient, and a certified Virginia Green attraction dedicated to environmentally friendly practices and education.

Our full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including 35 days of paid time off per year (9 holidays, a birthday, 10 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 3 personal days), fully paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance, dental coverage, and health insurance costs partially subsidized by the Museum. Additional benefits include a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and the option to participate in a 401(k) retirement plan. Join us in our mission to inspire and connect people with the natural world while benefiting from a supportive and rewarding work environment.

General Statement of Duties

The Custodian cleans the facility this includes but is not limited to washrooms, meeting rooms, offices, carpet, flooring, furniture, walls and toilets in order to provide a safe and healthy facility. This position recognizes the capacity to achieve greater results by integrating skilled volunteers and leveraging their diverse knowledge and abilities. The custodian reports directly to the Senior Director Facilities Operations. 

Requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma is preferred but not required.
• Proven experience as custodian, janitor or in a similar role.
• Knowledge of use and maintenance of industrial cleaning equipment and appliances.
• Knowledge of safe disposal of chemical liquids and other hazardous components.
• Attention to detail and conscientiousness.
• Very good physical condition and strength.
• Experience with stripping, waxing and buffing floors. 
• Ability to work with limited supervision.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Be a positive, enthusiastic representative of the Virginia Living Museum.
2. Maintain floors, including but not limited to clean, mop, and vacuum.
3. Maintain all restrooms in clean, sanitary condition restock paper and soap supplies.
4. Clean all glass, Plexiglas, woodwork, doors, walls, counters & furniture.
5. High/low dusting.
6. Empty trash and recycling cans and clean as needed.
7. Keep all entrances and exits clear of trash and debris.
8. Maintain cleanliness of light fixtures, sills, water fountains, exhibit signage.
9. Keep custodial closets in a clean, orderly state and store equipment and supplies in a safe manner.
10. Engage and oversee custodial volunteers in completion of duties.
11. Quickly and appropriately respond to cleanliness mishaps while guests are present.      
12. Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned. 

Essential Job Requirements

• Ability to work occasional evenings and rotating weekends.
• Ability of understand verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures in regards to equipment, supplies, & chemicals.
• Physical requirements include medium work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10  pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Physical work is a primary part of this position.
• Must be able stand for extended periods of time and move about on foot to accomplish tasks.
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, push, pull, lift, grasp, feel, and utilize repetitive motions.
• Must be able to safely remove bodily waste
• Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.