Facilities Crew Member

Descanso Gardens Foundation • La Cañada Flintridge, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Descanso Gardens seeks a Full-Time Facilities Crew Member responsible for the proper set-up and strike of all events and activities that take place at the Gardens and the care and maintenance of Special Events equipment. In addition, the Facilities Crew Member ensures that the client's facilities needs are met; ensures protection of Descanso Gardens' assets; and ensures that security is maintained before, during and after an event. Custodial duties are a significant component of this position and includes waste disposal for the facilities and assisting with the cleaning and maintenance of public spaces for the Gardens. This is a Full-Time, non-exempt hourly position. The Schedule will be between Monday-Sunday and between the hours of 6:30 am – 11:30 pm including any holidays and is set according to the needs of the department and the Gardens. Additional hours and availability will be determined on an as-needed basis.

Requirements

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work as a team player.
• Basic Computer Proficiency: Ability to use a computer for routine job-related tasks, including email, internet navigation, data entry, and basic Microsoft Office or similar software.
• Provide excellent customer service to guests and staff.
• Displays a pleasant, respectful, and positive attitude at all times.
• Strong verbal communication skills required.
• Must display strong attention to detail and take pride in a job well done.
• Must have a valid California Class C Driver License, Commercial Driver License is a plus.
• Understanding of basic maintenance, including rudimentary plumbing and electrical.
• Ability to assess situations quickly, make sound decisions, and exercise good judgment in every day or emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

• Commercial Driver License is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Completes tasks coordinated by the Facilities Crew Coordinator.
• Ensures correct and consistent opening and closing procedures for the Gardens.
• Helps support events, whether for rental clients or internal clients, including but not limited to: Ensuring that all event setups are completed prior to an event in a timely manner.
• Dismantling all events setups for rentals and other events once client has finished with the room or area.
• Ensuring that while an event is in progress, all other duties continue, including but not limited to: trash pick-up and removal, maintenance issues, monitoring sound levels, and other client or department requests.
• Directing visitors, guests, and vendors to the correct event location at the beginning of the event and out of the Gardens at the conclusion of the event.
• Limits access to the Gardens only to those directly involved with ongoing event(s).
• Promptly reports and documents issues or problems that arise during the event, including damage, if any, to Garden assets to the Facilities Crew Coordinator, and/or appropriate personnel.
• Makes necessary repairs to facilities inventory as needed and submits work orders for larger repairs or replacement items to the Facilities Crew Coordinator or the maintenance department.
• Maintains a trash-free environment throughout the Gardens and organizes set up of Courtyard tables, umbrellas, and chairs, including regular spot cleaning of stains on concrete and periodic power washing.
• Assists Visitor Services with guest-related matters as requested.
• In cases of emergencies, takes appropriate actions to address the situation, alerts the appropriate employee/supervisor, and documents the incident for later review.
• Observes and follows all safety regulations and attends safety meetings and trainings.
• Keeps up-to-date regarding all events taking place in the Gardens and checks in with the Facilities Crew Coordinator daily.
• Responds to and assists with train derailments.
• Performs custodial duties as assigned (includes cleaning restrooms and meeting rooms and occasionally removes expired wildlife)
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity for all people is a fundamental human value. Each employee and applicant will be considered based on individual ability and merit, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, medical condition, genetic information, protected military status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristics.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed