Day Custodian

Denver Museum of Nature & Science; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Denver Museum of Nature and Science is seeking a Full Time Custodian I responsible for maintaining cleanliness and safety in all areas of the museum. The role requires flexibility, teamwork, and the ability to handle various cleaning tasks. Ideal candidates should be able to work under pressure and maintain a positive attitude while ensuring a welcoming environment for guests and staff.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cleaning procedures as per specifications.
• Responsible for custodial duties in office areas.
• Cleans and disinfects fixtures and surfaces.

Skills

Flexibility

Stability under pressure

Cooperation

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

The Denver Museum of Nature and Science is currently seeking a Full Time Custodian I in our Custodial Services Department!Read below to see if the requirements might be a good fit for you:

Position Summary

The position is responsible for cleaning and maintaining all areas of the Museum for our guests, staff and volunteers, and it ensures a positive presentation of the Museum facilities. Under general supervision the position provides an exceptional level of cleaning to achieve and maintain a clean, safe, healthy, attractive environment for our guests, volunteers and staff.

Job Class:Full Time
Hiring Range: $21/hour+ $1.00 Differential if Bilingual in English/Spanish
Work Schedule: 7:30am - 4pm
Direct Reports: 0

Essential Duties

• Performs daily cleaning procedures in accordance with DMNS cleaning specifications.
• Responsible for performing custodial duties in guest and staff office areas, including emptying trash,
  dusting, vacuuming, windows, etc. to ensure consistently clean and safe spaces.
• Cleans and disinfects fixtures and surfaces throughout the building as directed by their supervisor.
• Empties all trash receptacles and disposes of trash throughout the building.
• Restocks supplies as needed throughout the building.
• Performs other tasks as assigned by department supervisor or manager.

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

• 18 years of age or older required.
• Evening/night/weekend and on-call work may be required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed to accommodate museum activities required.

Ideal Candidate Will Be/Have

• Working knowledge of cleaning equipment including floor and carpet cleaning machines and floor extraction techniques preferred.
• Ability tomaintainstability under pressure and able to deal well with stressful situations.
• Ability to be flexible and willing tomodifytasks, when necessary, throughout the day.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings,weekendsand/or holidays.
• Positive representative of The Denver Museum of Nature & Science.
• Work with respect and cooperation at all times with fellow staff and guests.
• Committed to working safely at all times.

Working Conditions -Must have the ability with or without accommodations to meet theworking conditions and physical demands of the position:

• Ability to work in crowded conditions in busy public spaces, including restocking restrooms, spot cleaning and removing trash.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, up to 90% of time.
• Capable of standing, walking, squatting, bending, twisting, kneeling, and reaching continuously throughout a shift.
• Ability to walk from one work site to another, and can cover distances of 5 miles per shift in the complex.
• Seasonal exposure to heat and cold is encountered when working outdoors. May be exposed to extreme heat (above 100 degrees) or cold (below 32 degrees) for periods of more than 1 hour.
• Visual acuity to work with machinery and tools.
• Capable of pushing and pulling a cleaning cart, or various equipment (over 100 lb.) on tile and carpeted floors continuously throughout a shift.
• Capable of pushing and pulling furniture and equipment (25 – 100 lb.) frequently.
• May be exposed to blood borne pathogens, norovirus and fecal material.
• Must be able to handle/interact with all chemicals used (i.e., bleach, wax, Virex, etc.).
• Must be willing and able to withstand exposure to dust and fumes associated with cleaning agents.

Application Instructions

Please submit your resume by 6:00 p.m. MT on Friday, May 16, 2025.Applications will not be accepted after this time. DMNS reserves the right to close the position prior to this date. Applications may only be accepted electronically via the Museum's website.