Seasonal Custodial Attendant, Third Shift

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium; Powell (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium seeks a facilities assistant to maintain public rest room facilities, assist with event setup and cleanup, and support grounds keeping as needed. You will help visitors with directions, participate in safety training, and assist in emergency situations while upholding guest service standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and weekend/holiday availability.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record required.
• Ability to plan and organize work in an efficient and cost-effective manner and without direct supervision required.
• Able to work in varied weather conditions (i.e. extreme heat, rain).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with all Zoo team members and contacts regarding company business required.
• Ability to adhere to standard operating procedures including but not limited to safety protocols required.
• Positive attitude with a commitment to excellent service and upholding guest service standards.
• Able to maintain appropriate employee appearance (see uniform guidelines in the employee handbook).
• Availability on weekends and holidays is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Daily maintenance of public rest room facilities, including but not limited to cleaning the mirrors, sinks, toilets, floors (e.g. mopping, sweeping), walls, doors, emptying trash receptacles, replenishing supplies, and maintaining cleanliness of grounds outside of the public rest rooms.
• Assists with room set up/clean up for meetings and special events.
• Assists with grounds keeping duties as needed.
• Assists visitors by giving directions to exhibits and answering questions and aiding in emergency situations.
• Provides support and assistance to any and all special events such as Wildlights and Zoofari.
• Assures safety of self, staff, animals and guests through regular participation in safety training and activities; compliance with standard operating procedures; and, proper operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Assists other facilities staff when required.
• Performs other duties assigned.
• Posted schedule may be subject to change based on operational needs such as weather condition, guest attendance and department needs.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Safety training

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Daily maintenance of public rest room facilities, including but not limited to cleaning the mirrors, sinks, toilets, floors (e.g. mopping, sweeping), walls, doors, emptying trash receptacles, replenishing supplies, and maintaining cleanliness of grounds outside of the public rest rooms.
• Assists with room set up/clean up for meetings and special events.
• Assists with grounds keeping duties as needed.
• Assists visitors by giving directions to exhibits and answering questions and aiding in emergency situations.
• Provides support and assistance to any and all special events such as Wildlights and Zoofari.
• Assures safety of self, staff, animals and guests through regular participation in safety training and activities; compliance with standard operating procedures; and, proper operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Assists other facilities staff when required.
• Performs other duties assigned.
• Posted schedule may be subject to change based on operational needs such as weather condition, guest attendance and department needs.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record required.
• Ability to plan and organize work in an efficient and cost-effective manner and without direct supervision required.
• Able to work in varied weather conditions (i.e. extreme heat, rain).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with all Zoo team members and contacts regarding company business required.
• Ability to adhere to standard operating procedures including but not limited to safety protocols required.
• Positive attitude with a commitment to excellent service and upholding guest service standards.
• Able to maintain appropriate employee appearance (see uniform guidelines in the employee handbook).
• Availability on weekends and holidays is mandatory.