Weekend Janitor

Caltech; Palomar Mountain (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Caltech is seeking a part-time janitorial/maintenance assistant for Palomar Observatory, reporting to the Facilities and Maintenance group supervisor. The role involves cleaning, grounds support, snow/ice removal, and general janitorial tasks on weekends (Saturday to Monday) and interaction with management, staff, and visitors.

Requirements include a high school diploma, valid driver’s license, ability to lift 50 lbs, and working outdoors in various conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Able to lift 50 lbs of equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Able to work outside in inclement weather and at elevation.
• Able to safely use basic tools.
• Successful completion of a background check and physical exam.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain floors, restrooms, and public areas with light equipment.
• Assist grounds maintenance and snow/ice removal.
• Non-hazardous waste collection and management.
• Open and close public visitor facilities.
• Assist with mirror cleaning and coating.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Stamina & lifting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Power cleaning equipment

Job description

Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do. Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community.

Job Summary

This is a part-time, benefited position located at Palomar Observatory. The position works under the supervision of the Facilities and Maintenance group supervisor. Position will work alone on weekends (Saturday to Monday) to perform janitorial and other maintenance and cleaning services at Palomar Observatory. Duties include, but are not limited to, cleaning and maintenance of observatory buildings, assisting others in grounds maintenance, snow/ice removal, and general janitorial duties. The position is expected to communicate effectively with the observatory’s management, staff, and the general public.

Essential Job Duties

• Clean and maintain floors, restrooms, and public areas. Conduct general janitorial duties at the observatory, which require lifting equipment more than 50 lbs. and driving observatory vehicles to various sites across the observatory. (50%)
• Assist staff as assigned in grounds maintenance and snow/ice removal. (20%)
• Non-hazardous waste collection and management. (10%)
• Open and close the public visitor facilities. (10%)
• Assist with mirror cleaning and coating. (5%)
• Other duties as assigned. (5%)

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, and maintain it throughout the course of employment
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. of facility maintenance equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Must be able to work outside in inclement weather, in confined and/or elevated spaces, at an elevation of 6000’.
• Must be able to safely use basic tools.
• Successful completion of a background check and physical exam.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 or more years of experience with industrial cleaning techniques.
• Able to safely operate power cleaning equipment such as scrubbers, polishers, and carpet cleaners.

Required Documents

• Resume.
• Cover Letter.

Hiring Range

$21.00 - $24.00 Per Hour

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

As one of the largest employers in Pasadena, CA, Caltech is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.), tuition reimbursement, and more. Non-benefit eligible employees will have access to some benefits such as onsite counseling and sick time.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Caltech is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. To read more Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) go to eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf.

Disability Accommodations

Caltech complies with the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We consider reasonable accommodation measures that may be necessary for eligible applicants and employees to perform the essential functions of a position.

If you would like to request an accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please contact Caltech Recruiting at

Additionally, if you do not meet the basic qualifications of a role but believe you can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation, please reach out to Caltech Recruiting at