Custodian I at COASTAL MAINE BOTANICAL GARDENS

Boothbay, Maine, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Dec, 25

Salary

22.0

Posted On

02 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Attention To Detail, Teamwork, Cleaning, Organizing, Communication, Problem Solving, Safety Awareness, Basic Computer Literacy, Flexibility, Customer Service, Time Management, Emergency Response, Inventory Control, Ladder Safety, Event Setup, Physical Stamina

Industry

Civic and Social Organizations

Description

Description Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is hiring! Are you someone who loves helping others, enjoys cleaning and organizing, and is committed to supporting the Gardens’ IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility) goals? We're looking for Custodians excited about inspiring meaningful connections among people, plants, and nature in one of the most beautiful settings in Maine. The Custodian will ensure a pleasant and safe experience for guests and employees by maintaining the cleanliness of the facilities, conscientiously practicing the Gardens’ Community Agreements, and supporting IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility) principles. The incumbent will work with indirect supervision, performing daily, event-related and seasonal tasks. Year-round, Full-time, hourly, non-exempt Starting at $22.00 per hour Work schedule: Full-time hours available, overtime may be available and/or required. Participates in a rotating schedule that ensures proper coverage of 7-day/week operations, as well as after-hours events. Night and weekend work is required. Some flexibility in scheduling is available. Requirements Qualifications: Keen attention to detail while holding a high standard of quality. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with guests, co-workers, and supervisors. Ability to work in a team environment, being aware of and accepting of teammate’s strengths and weaknesses. Knowledge and ability to operate and maintain hand tools used for cleaning and general maintenance such as vacuums, brooms, mops, and squeegees. Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions regarding use of cleaning products. Ability to switch tasks with short notice and respond positively to emergency/urgent situations. Ability to work safely from a ladder. Ability to stand and walk up to four hours at a time, to stoop and reach as needed. Ability to follow directions, perform basic calculations, proficient in reading, writing, and organizing. Basic computer literacy and use of programs such as email and schedules. Commitment to working across the organization to support the integration of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility principles into the Gardens’ internal operations and its relationships with visitors and guests Primary Functions: Clean, sanitize, and restock restrooms using established practices and procedure. Clean, dust, and wipe furniture; sweep, mop, or vacuum floors; vacuum and shampoo carpets; empty/clean wastebaskets and trash containers; wash accessible interior and exterior windows; clean blinds; wash walls and equipment; collect recycling materials. Launder cleaning rags and dust mops. Assist with the setup of facilities for meetings, classrooms, conferences, and events. Maintain radio communication with Facilities and other internal teams. Assist with maintaining organization and inventory control system. Lock and unlock assigned buildings: secure building when facilities are not in use, checking for unlocked doors and windows, report any unauthorized occupants, turn off lights. Perform seasonal cleaning and related activities such as removing snow or debris from sidewalks and stairs using hand-operated tools or small power equipment. Attend to emergencies or unforeseen circumstances when necessary, including but not limited to event set-up and weather clean-up. Participate in Gardens-wide initiatives including Gardens Aglow assignments. Optional to participate in campus wide safety team with annual incentive (see Safety Lead job description). Physical Requirements: The work is performed indoors and outdoors in the full range of climatic conditions. Pounds employee is required to lift: 50 lbs. Pounds employee is required to carry: 25 lbs. Usual distance carried: up one flight of stairs or out to an outdoor venue. Frequent to continual standing and walking. Frequent repetitive motion tasks (sweeping, mopping, dusting)

Responsibilities

The Custodian will maintain the cleanliness of the facilities to ensure a pleasant and safe experience for guests and employees. This includes cleaning, sanitizing, and restocking restrooms, as well as assisting with event setups and seasonal cleaning tasks.