Custodian at Exploratorium

San Francisco, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jan, 26

Salary

25.85

Posted On

17 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Custodial Equipment Operation, Safety Standards Adherence, Cleaning and Disinfecting, Trash Collection, Dusting, Sweeping, Mopping, Shampooing, Scrubbing, Waxing, Refilling Supplies, Responding to Messages, Physical Lifting, Climbing Ladders, Bending and Kneeling, Forklift Operation

Industry

Museums;Historical Sites;and Zoos

Description

SUMMARY This position reports to the Custodial Supervisor/Manager and is responsible for the general cleanliness of the museum. Applicants must be available to work any assigned shifts and be able to work overtime. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Proper operation of custodial equipment including but not limited to: Floor machines, i.e. vacuums, scrubbers Mops and mop buckets Floor, wall, window squeegees Ladders, step stools, scissor lift, fork lift Basic understanding of safety issues and adherence to safety standards related to custodial work Safety equipment for personal safety Building occupant safety Public safety Clean and maintain all custodial stations: classrooms, office space, restrooms, entrance ways, work spaces, parking lots and food service areas Collecting trash/recycling/compost and disposing in proper receptacles Dusting, high, intermediate and low areas Sweeping, dust mopping, dry mopping, damp mopping, vacuuming Shampooing, scrubbing, steam cleaning, stripping, waxing and sealing Refilling supplies; paper dispensers, soap dispensers Cleaning and disinfecting urinals, commodes, wash basins, partitions, windows and walls. Use custodial equipment to carry out job responsibilities Respond quickly to custodial messages Additional custodial duties as required MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 6 months custodial experience and/or successful completion of basic custodial training Ability to read, write and follow simple oral and written instructions PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to lift and carry 35 lbs Ability to push and pull 50 lbs Ability to bend and kneel, reach, move from place to place, twist at the waist Ability to climb and work on ladders APPLICATION DEADLINE This position is open until filled HOW TO APPLY This is a regular, full-time (37.5 hours per week), non-exempt, union position that includes benefits. The starting rate for this role is $25.85. This rate is the step 1 of a 6 step union pay scale. Please no phone calls in regards to this job. To apply, please visit the Exploratorium job page. The Exploratorium is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, inclusion and respect. We welcome and strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Exploratorium Piers 15/17, San Francisco, CA 94111 Website: https://www.exploratorium.edu/about/jobs. No phone calls, please The Exploratorium is committed to an inclusive workforce.

Responsibilities

The custodian is responsible for maintaining the general cleanliness of the museum, including cleaning various areas and operating custodial equipment. Additional duties include responding to custodial messages and performing other custodial tasks as required.