Laborer

TITLE                        Maintenance Laborer

DEPARTMENT:         Facilities and Sustainability

REPORTS TO:          Facilities Foreman

GENERAL SUMMARY: Performs routine heavy custodial and labor related tasks. Secures facility as directed. Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create a working environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming as we honor employee experiences, perspectives, and unique identities.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform custodial duties; cleaning throughout the conservatory; work in public and non-public areas of the facility.


• Secure facility.


• Perform general maintenance tasks and complete work orders as assigned.


• Maintain assigned tools/equipment and report problems to the Foreman promptly.


• Organize and execute set up and tear down of all classes scheduled during your shift.


• Assist with installation of all shows.


• Clean and assure proper maintenance of all restroom facilities.


• Assist with show installation and all special events as needed.


• Work on outside cleanup.


• Follow recycling program.


• Safely operate conservatory vehicle to make deliveries, pick up supplies, etc.


• Assist Facility Manager and Forman in other areas as needed.


• Assist Horticulture Department as needed.


• Performs other duties as requested.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Able to communicate well with all levels of people in a friendly manner.


• Able to work alone as well as in a team environment.


• Able to use manual tools in all kinds of weather and conditions.


• Knowledge in the upkeep of facility, offices and grounds.


• Knowledge of material, equipment and tools used in cleaning, maintenance and repair of buildings and garden areas.


• Physical mobility: sitting, standing, walking, lifting/carrying objects up to 50 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to provide own transportation to perform principal responsibilities.


• Requires evening and weekend work both indoor and outdoor locations.


• Forty –hour workweek with overtime as required.


• Will at times be working alone in the facility.


• Will have occasion to work in or pass through any area of the conservatory or growing houses.

MINIMUM POSITION GUIDELINES: (Education, Experience and Certification)

• Minimum of a high school degree.


• Three years work experience in a general laborer field.


• Must hold a current Pennsylvania driver’s license and be insurable by the conservatory.