Evening Custodian

Jobvite, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Denver Museum of Nature and Science is seeking a Full Time Custodian I in our Custodial Services Department. The role focuses on maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for guests, staff, and volunteers.

Under general supervision, the Custodian I will perform daily cleaning duties, manage trash, restock supplies, and ensure facilities meet high standards of presentation. Evening and weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Performs daily cleaning procedures in accordance with DMNS cleaning specifications.
• Maintains cleanliness in guest and staff areas including trash, dusting, vacuuming, and windows.
• Cleans and disinfects fixtures and surfaces throughout the building as directed.
• Empties trash receptacles and disposes of trash throughout the building.
• Restocks supplies and performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Flexible schedule

Stamina

Attention to detail

Evening/weekend work

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: $21.00/hour (+ $0.75/hour Shift Differential from 4pm-12am)
Work Schedule: 3:30pm - 12:00am
Direct Reports: No direct reports

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 to maintain stability under pressure and able to deal well with stressful situations.
• Ability to be flexible and willing to modify tasks, when necessary, throughout the day.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and/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 andcan 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.