Facilities & Operations Assistant
Genesee Country Museum•Town of Wheatland, NY
•Onsite
About The Position
The Facilities & Operations Assistant supports the maintenance, safety, and daily operation of the Museum's buildings, grounds, and public spaces. This position assists with groundskeeping, campus monitoring, event support, visitor services, and routine oversight of Museum property to help ensure a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained environment for visitors, staff, volunteers, and guests.
Requirements
- Valid New York State driver's license.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Completion of a background check is required.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods in various weather conditions.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to safely operate golf carts, utility vehicles, and basic grounds equipment, if authorized.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with groundskeeping, facilities support, event setup, security, or related work preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide support during scheduled security shifts, including monitoring Museum grounds, buildings, parking areas, and facilities and report maintenance, safety, or security concerns to supervisors.
- Assist with securing Museum buildings, gates, and public areas during opening, closing, and special events.
- Support Museum safety procedures and respond appropriately to unusual situations or emergencies.
- Maintain activity and incident logs when required.
- Perform lawn mowing, trimming, leaf collection, and garden maintenance.
- Collect trash and help maintain clean public spaces.
- Conduct routine inspections of buildings, walkways, and grounds for maintenance or safety concerns.
- Assist with general facility upkeep and minor maintenance tasks as assigned.
- Assist with special events, rentals, and program setup and breakdown.
- Assist with visitor traffic flow, parking operations, and crowd management during special events and periods of high attendance.
- Transport tables, chairs, equipment, and event materials throughout the Museum campus.
- Support other Museum departments as needed during events and daily operations.
Benefits
- Family membership to Genesee Country Village & Museum.
- Sick time in accordance with New York State requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
