Custodian Job at Worcester Art Museum in Worcester

Job Title: Custodian

Employment Type: Full Time or Part Time, Non-exempt

Department: Building Services

Division: Operations

Reports to: Facilities Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Salary Range: $15.50 - $16.00 Hourly

Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion at WAM:

At WAM we are committed to building a diverse environment, one where staff feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring. Please visit our Mission, Vision, and Values page to learn more.

Job Overview:

To perform a variety of cleaning duties necessary for maintenance and operations of the Museum buildings.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Clean and stock all toilet facilities daily
• Prepare each studio and meeting room according to the needs of the instructors as indicated by the schedule. This includes: changing the paper covering, aligning the chairs, easels and other furniture. Mop the floors and cleaning the sinks as needed.
• Remove all trash from building daily
• Replace burned out light bulbs as needed
• Vacuum carpets and rugs in lobbies, galleries and offices, spot clean as needed
• Dust-mop/sweep all floors throughout buildings as needed
• Wash windows and glass doors daily
• Polish stainless steel elevators weekly or as needed
• Wet mop all floors as needed, refinish as directed
• Set up and break down event furniture according to calendar and as specified by Event Orders
• Perform snow removal of stairs and entrance areas; shovel and spread ice melt as needed
• Deliver boxes from mailroom to staff throughout the facility
• Assist staff in the movement and arrangement of office furniture
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

Qualifications:

• General knowledge of maintenance procedures
• Ability to lift up at least 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights up to 8 feet
• Ability to climb/descend stairs
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to work under dirty or dusty conditions and/or outside in adverse weather
• Ability to interact professionally with all levels of staff and the public
• Embraces and promotes diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion initiatives

Education and Experience:

• Ability to read and basic math required.
• Up to one year in similar position.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Hepatitis B Vaccination or Waiver
• Ability to work a flexible schedule (evenings and weekends) to provide coverage for the Museum's many events running 7 days per week
• Physical Exam