Park Custodian & Event Setup Specialist

Living Desert; Palm Desert (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Living Desert in Palm Desert, CA is seeking a reliable custodian to maintain clean facilities, open and close the park, and support daily operations for visitors and staff.

Daily duties include cleaning walkways, exhibit glass, trash, sweeping and vacuuming; setting up tables, chairs, tents and stages for events; and following COVID-19 disinfecting standards while remaining courteous and professional.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cleaning equipment and the safe use of cleaning agents.
• Good observation skills.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Motivated self-starter with minimal supervision on designated tasks.
• Ability to communicate and work with others in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning of facilities and grounds.
• Open and close the park.
• Clean daily including hosing walkways, exhibit glass, trash, sweeping, vacuuming, and dusting.
• Set up tables, chairs, tents, stages for events.
• Maintain work areas with general cleaning duties.
• Follow COVID-19 disinfecting standards throughout the park.
• Assist other departments as needed.
• Deal courteously with the public and represent the institution professionally.

Skills

Cleaning equipment

Observational skills

Instruction following

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Vacuum cleaner

Pressure washer

Mop

Broom

Job description

The Living Desert in Palm Desert, CA is seeking a reliable custodian to maintain clean facilities, open and close the park, and support daily operations for visitors and staff.

Daily duties include cleaning walkways, exhibit glass, trash, sweeping and vacuuming; setting up tables, chairs, tents and stages for events; and following COVID-19 disinfecting standards while remaining courteous and professional.