Museum Attendant

Peterson Manufacturing Company; Grandview (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing firm in Grandview, MO is seeking a Museum Attendant to manage custodial duties and assist during museum events. Candidates should have a high school education and at least 2 years of experience in custodial work or automotive maintenance. Responsibilities include cleaning the museum and cars, monitoring supplies, and serving as a liaison for events. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to work independently while communicating effectively with others.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years of experience in custodial and/or automotive maintenance.
• Experience cleaning silver is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain the museum and restoration shop.
• Dust and clean museum cars.
• Act as a point of contact for museum events.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work under pressure

Automotive maintenance experience

Detail-oriented

Education

High School education or equivalent

Job description

Museum Attendant

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POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Museum Attendant, under the direction of the Restoration Supervisor, keeps the museum and restoration shop clean and in orderly condition. In addition to routine custodial duties, the Museum Attendant will be responsible for cleaning/dusting museum cars and checking tire pressure, as well as acting as the point of contact for museum events and acting as a liaison and attendant for events held at the museum.

ORGANIZATIONAL SUPERVISION, REPORTING AND INTERFACE

This position reports to the Restoration Supervisor and works directly with the housekeeping supervisor, as well as members of other departments within Peterson. This position will also have frequent contact with outside event representatives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and/or vacuuming floor surfaces
• Washing, polishing, and/or dusting surface areas throughout the Museum and Restoration building
• Performing other general cleaning functions
• Emptying waste and trash receptacles and disposing of contents in an appropriate manner
• Monitoring and replenishing supplies in lavatories
• Cleaning, dusting, waxing, and polishing Museum cars
• Checking tire pressure of Museum cars
• Acting as point of contact for Museum events including scheduling, coordinating event set-up with internal housekeeping, and acting as a liaison and attendant for events
• Other duties as assigned

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Above average ability to deal effectively with people throughout the company as well as outside the company
• Ability to work under pressure and time constraints with limited direct supervision
• Experience with automotive preventative maintenance and cosmetic care
• Must be able to work independently and within a team
• Must be detail-oriented and organized
• Possess a cooperative attitude
• Knowledge of which cleaning substances should be used during particular operations (e.g., cleaning lavatory fixtures)
• Ability to detect potential problems (e.g., slow leaks) before they become major and to notify appropriate personnel
• Sufficient knowledge of chemical properties to avoid mixing incompatible substances together

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School education, or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in custodial and/or automotive maintenance and cosmetic care
• Experience with cleaning silver preferred

ENVIRONMENT

• Duties are performed indoors at the corporate offices in Grandview, MO.
• Must be able to reach, and climb occasionally, stand and walk frequently, and lift up to 50lbs occasionally
• The person in this position frequently communicates with others (internal and external) who may have various inquiries, etc. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

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This position description indicates the general nature and level of work experience expected of the position holder. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Peterson reserves the right to update and change the job essential duties and requirements in order to meet the needs of the customer, end user, and Peterson, in order to maintain the highest level of performance and service.

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