Custodian I

OMSI•Portland, OR

About The Position

The Custodian I provides custodial and support services for OMSI facilities, activities, and events. The position works across OMSI’s Portland campus, including 219,000 square feet of museum space and multiple outbuildings totaling more than 57,000 square feet. This is a part-time position working 24 hours per week. The role performs routine and deep cleaning, restroom sanitation and stocking, waste disposal, and event setup and teardown. It also supports other OMSI departments and interacts with guests, coordinating with Guest Services, Museum Education, and Security when needed. The Custodian I follows safety protocols, supports guest safety, responds appropriately to emergencies under applicable Emergency Action Plan procedures, and operates custodial and facilities equipment safely.

Requirements

At least one year of prior custodial-related experience.
Working knowledge of operating and maintaining custodial tools.
Ability to troubleshoot and solve custodial-related issues.
Ability to learn and follow safety and protocol regulations.
Ability to model and support teamwork and collaboration with colleagues who have varied skills and responsibilities.
Proven self-initiative and responsibility.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, often with overlapping and time-sensitive deadlines.

Responsibilities

Perform general custodial services using practices that support safety, efficiency, and environmental concerns.
Clean and stock restrooms daily, maintaining sanitary conditions and good appearance.
Dispose of waste throughout OMSI’s campus, including interior and exterior spaces.
Deep-clean museum areas routinely as assigned by Custodial management.
Train to safely and effectively operate heavy cleaning machinery, including floor scrubbers and polishers.
Support OMSI departments with general custodial services.
Interact with and assist guests, coordinating with Guest Services, Museum Education, and Security as needed.
Remain knowledgeable about and support guest safety protocols, including lost-child and fire-alarm procedures.
Act quickly and effectively during emergencies in accordance with relevant Emergency Action Plan procedures.
Set up and tear down OMSI events.
Follow safety regulations for facilities-related equipment, its use, and its storage as assigned by Facilities management.