Museum Caretaker – Part-Time, Flexible Hours

The Buffalo & Erie Co. Historical Society; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Buffalo History Museum is seeking a dependable Caretaker to help keep the space safe, welcoming, and ready for visitors, programs, and events. This is a hands-on role for someone who takes pride in their work and can be trusted to work independently.

Responsibilities include opening and closing the museum, monitoring the buildings and grounds, cleaning, restocking, and assisting with events. You will communicate with the team about needs and be prepared for unexpected situations; training is

Qualifications

• Prior experience in cleaning, maintenance, or event set-up is helpful, but training will be provided.
• We are seeking someone with a great work ethic, good judgment, and a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the museum at the start and end of shifts.
• Monitor buildings and grounds and respond to issues as they arise.
• Keep the museum clean and ready for events.
• Assist with event setup and attendee needs.
• Communicate with the team about maintenance or safety concerns.

Skills

Trustworthy and dependable

Self-starter

Strong communicator

Hardworking and adaptable

Team player

Welcoming to guests

Job description

The Buffalo History Museum is seeking a dependable Caretaker to help keep the space safe, welcoming, and ready for visitors, programs, and events. This is a hands-on role for someone who takes pride in their work and can be trusted to work independently.

Responsibilities include opening and closing the museum, monitoring the buildings and grounds, cleaning, restocking, and assisting with events. You will communicate with the team about needs and be prepared for unexpected situations; training is