Custodian / Housekeeping - PT

Da Vinci Science Center; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The Da Vinci Science Center in Allentown, PA is seeking a part-time Custodian to maintain a clean and orderly facility. Responsibilities include sweeping, mopping, washing walls and glass, emptying trash, restrooms, and assisting with setup for events and programs.

The role emphasizes safety, guest service, and collaboration with Visitor Services and Education teams to support a positive guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Clean building and floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
• Gather and empty trash.
• Service, clean, and supply restrooms.
• Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees.
• Dust furniture, walls, machines, and equipment.
• Mix water and detergents to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
• Steam-clean or shampoo carpets.
• Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Monitor building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours and checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.
• Move furniture, equipment, and supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks.
• Notifies managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
• Notifies management about safety concerns.
• Supports the set-up and teardown for programs, events and facility rentals as required.
• Collaborates with the Visitor Services and Education departments to deliver a high-quality guest experience. Assists other departments as required.
• Interacts with guests by answering questions, supplying directions and providing exceptional guest service.
• Participates in and supports a productive and positive environment with a focus on customer service.

Job description

The (part-time) Custodian keeps the building in clean and orderly condition. Performs heavy cleaning duties, such as cleaning floors, shampooing rugs, washing walls and glass, and removing rubbish. Duties may include performing routine maintenance activities and notifying management of need for repairs. Follows appropriate safety practices and procedures while on the job.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following:

• Clean building and floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.

• Gather and empty trash.

• Service, clean, and supply restrooms.

• Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.

• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees.

• Dust furniture, walls, machines, and equipment.

• Mix water and detergents to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.

• Steam-clean or shampoo carpets.

• Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.

• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.

• Monitor building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours and checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.

• Move furniture, equipment, and supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks.

• Notifies managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.

• Notifies management about safety concerns.

• Supports the set-up and teardown for programs, events and facility rentals as required.

• Collaborates with the Visitor Services and Education departments to deliver a high-quality guest experience. Assists other departments as required.

• Interacts with guests by answering questions, supplying directions and providing exceptional guest service.

• Participates in and supports a productive and positive environment with a focus on customer service.