Part-Time DSC Housekeeping Assistant

DHRM • Danville, VA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Danville Science Center is hiring a part-time Housekeeping Assistant to maintain a welcoming environment for guests by keeping exhibits and the facility’s exterior clean. The role includes general housekeeping and sanitation tasks that support daily operations, as well as cleaning for special events. The position averages no more than 29 hours per week, with a maximum of 1,500 hours in a 12-month period. Hours vary according to operations. No state benefits are provided. The employee must be available for after-business-hours shifts (after 5 p.m.) Friday through Sunday, as well as nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

• Considerable knowledge of cleaning techniques, methods, materials, equipment, and chemicals for a wide variety of surfaces and materials.
• Knowledge of sanitation standards for a public facility and safety practices for using chemicals and cleaning equipment.
• Strong communication skills; reliability; a proactive approach; and the ability to work independently.
• Consistent transportation.
• Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds, stand and walk frequently, push and pull, bend, and reach.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays, including an after-business-hours (after 5 p.m.) Friday–Sunday evening schedule.

Nice To Haves

• Prior housekeeping, janitorial, or sanitation experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness inside exhibits and across the facility exterior.
• Perform general housekeeping and sanitation tasks for daily upkeep and special events.
• Use cleaning methods, materials, equipment, and chemicals appropriate for a variety of surfaces and materials while following sanitation standards and safety practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed