Environmental (Cleaning) Specialist

Strong National Museum•Rochester, NY

3d•$0 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental (Cleaning) Specialist performs janitorial duties to help maintain an attractive, clean, and welcoming environment for museum guests. The role includes general cleaning and maintenance, event setup and takedown, and contributing to a positive image of the museum. The position requires a strong work ethic and attention to detail. Museum staff are expected to cooperate in support of the museum’s objectives and projects, maintain a positive and enthusiastic attitude, act with integrity and high ethical standards, and demonstrate loyalty to the museum in public contacts. Work is performed primarily indoors throughout the museum, with occasional outdoor cleanup of spills or other accidents. Noise levels are usually moderate to high and may increase when operating cleaning equipment. The employee may be exposed to noise, cold, heat, dirt, inclement weather, bodily fluids, general cleaning substances, and minor hazards; safety gear must be worn when appropriate. The schedule is Friday and Saturday from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., and Sunday and Monday from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Pre-employment conditions include consenting to and passing a drug screen, physical examination, and background check.

Requirements

Experience in a janitorial, housekeeping, custodial, customer service, or related position.
Dependability, a strong work ethic, and willingness to learn.
Ability to interact positively with museum guests and team members.
Ability to walk three flights of stairs and bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
Ability to lift, move, carry, push, or pull up to 40 pounds.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing, understand and follow standard operating procedures, and exercise sound judgment in decision-making.
Must consent to and pass a drug screen, physical examination, and background check as conditions of employment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma, GED, or CDOS credential preferred; relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of educational requirements.

Responsibilities

Maintain appropriate relationships with museum staff and guests while fostering a positive image of the museum and providing outstanding guest service.
Report to work on time as scheduled and wear a clean, proper uniform.
Perform assigned duties using job cards and accurately complete related documentation.
Maintain museum cleanliness according to standards, including vacuuming; cleaning furniture, walls, carpets, baseboards, glass, plexi, and handrails; disposing of trash; cleaning and supplying restrooms; and mopping and waxing floors as assigned.
Respond to radio calls for cleaning requests and clean areas following spills or bodily functions inside the building or on museum grounds.
Move heavy furniture, equipment, or supplies.
Help provide a workplace free from recognized serious hazards and comply with applicable OSHA standards, rules, and regulations; examine workplace conditions for compliance.
Follow operating procedures for safety and health, use safe tools and equipment, and properly maintain equipment.
Assist with setup and takedown for facility rentals, museum events, and public programs, including arranging or moving chairs and tables as assigned.
Notify Facilities of repair needs outside the environmental services team’s scope through the Facilities helpdesk.
Attend and participate in environmental services team meetings and other meetings as assigned.
Cooperate with museum staff in furthering general objectives and completing projects; maintain a positive and enthusiastic attitude, integrity, ethical standards, and loyalty in public contacts.