Facility Custodian – Substitute

Reports to: Director of Operations and Exhibits
Job status: Part time, variable schedule based on Museum needs.
Hourly Wage: $9.00-12.00 hourly, DOE

Summary of Position and Responsibilities
All Museum staff members have a stake in maintaining a clean, safe and secure environment for the public. The Facility Custodian position will have a significant impact on this objective. This position will work within a variety of team structures to implement museum operations policies and procedures to ensure a level of quality that exceeds visitor expectations.

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Perform maintenance and janitorial duties pertaining to Museum exhibits and facility.
  • Keep museum exhibits and facility (interior and exterior) at a quality of maintenance and upkeep. matching the museum’s demands for quality in all programs.
  • Works with Exhibit manager on exhibit preventative and corrective maintenance work plans.
  • Work closely with other departments based on their needs for set up, clean up and special projects.
  • Provide security support during museum hours as well as during special events and rentals.
  • Maintain inventory of janitorial supplies.
  • Manage museum-wide recycling program.
  • Work as a team member with museum personnel on other tasks as assigned.

Job Qualifications/Specifications

  • Minimum of high school diploma or GED
  • Experience/Abilities
    • Knowledgeable of procedures, equipment and supplies used in maintaining public buildings, grounds and museum exhibits.
    • Sensitivity to the safety and security procedures necessary to protect the museum, its personnel, visitors and their property.
    • Demonstrated ability to communicate and relate effectively to a wide variety of individuals; excellent oral and written skills.
    • Skilled at completing routine repairs with range of hand and power tools.
    • Able to work with the public and co-workers.
    • Capable of lifting 50 pounds.
    • Ability and willingness to comply with all aspects and issues outlined in the Museum’s Employee Manual and Operations Manual.

To apply, please send a letter of interest and resume to:
resumes@portlandcm.org
Fax to: (503) 223-6600
Mail to: 4015 SW Canyon Road, Portland, Oregon 97221
Attention: Operations & Exhibits Director
No phone calls please.

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