Zoo Facilities Custodian — Flexible Hours

the Memphis Zoo; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Employee perks package

Job summary

The Memphis Zoo is seeking a full-time custodian to maintain cleanliness, safety, and order across Zoo facilities. Responsibilities include sweeping, mopping, trash removal, restroom sanitation, and minor maintenance, with some outdoor exposure and public interaction.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and preferred candidates have 1 year of relevant experience and familiarity with cleaning equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of relevant experience, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with using cleaning equipment, including vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and cleaning solutions.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Keep building and property in clean and orderly condition.
• Performs routine maintenance activities.
• Performs heavy cleaning duties.
• Sweeps, mops, scrubs, or vacuums floors.
• Gathers and empties trash.
• Scrubs, sanitizes, and supplies restroom facilities.
• Dusts furniture, walls, and equipment.
• Cleans windows, mirrors, and partitions with soap and other cleansers.
• Mixes cleaning solutions and chemicals in containers in preparation for cleaning, according to instructions.
• Uses a handheld device to scan NFC tags and complete on-screen steps.
• Responsible for equipment, display and fixture inventory and maintenance.
• Ensures a positive guest experience by communicating with guests in a professional and courteous manner.

Skills

Detail-Oriented

Organization

Guest/Customer Service

Verbal and Written Communication

Teamwork Orientation

Stress management/composure

Time Management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Vacuum cleaners

Floor buffers

Cleaning solutions

Job description

The Memphis Zoo is seeking a full-time custodian to maintain cleanliness, safety, and order across Zoo facilities. Responsibilities include sweeping, mopping, trash removal, restroom sanitation, and minor maintenance, with some outdoor exposure and public interaction.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and preferred candidates have 1 year of relevant experience and familiarity with cleaning equipment.