On-Call Custodian

EXPLORATORIUM•San Francisco, CA
•$0 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The On-Call Custodian is responsible for the general cleanliness of the museum and reports to the Custodial Supervisor/Manager. This is an on-call, variable-hours position. Applicants must be available to work any assigned shifts and be able to work overtime. The position is based in San Francisco, California, with staff expected to work onsite a certain number of days per week based on department requirements. The custodian operates custodial equipment, follows applicable safety standards, and cleans and maintains museum areas including classrooms, offices, restrooms, entrances, workspaces, parking lots, and food service areas. The position does not include benefits. The starting rate is $26.65, at step 1 of a six-step union pay scale. The position is open until filled.

Requirements

  • Six months of custodial experience and/or successful completion of basic custodial training.
  • Ability to read, write, and follow simple oral and written instructions.
  • Availability to work any assigned shifts and ability to work overtime.
  • Ability to lift and carry 35 pounds.
  • Ability to push and pull 50 pounds.
  • Ability to bend and kneel, reach, move from place to place, and twist at the waist.
  • Ability to climb and work on ladders.

Responsibilities

  • Properly operate custodial equipment, including floor machines such as vacuums and scrubbers; mops and mop buckets; floor, wall, and window squeegees; ladders; step stools; scissor lifts; and forklifts.
  • Understand basic safety issues and follow safety standards related to custodial work, including standards for personal safety, building occupant safety, and public safety.
  • Clean and maintain classrooms, office space, restrooms, entranceways, workspaces, parking lots, and food service areas.
  • Collect trash, recycling, and compost and dispose of them in the proper receptacles.
  • Dust high, intermediate, and low areas.
  • Sweep, dust mop, dry mop, damp mop, and vacuum.
  • Shampoo, scrub, steam clean, strip, wax, and seal surfaces.
  • Refill paper and soap dispensers.
  • Clean and disinfect urinals, commodes, wash basins, partitions, windows, and walls.
  • Use custodial equipment to carry out job responsibilities.
  • Respond quickly to custodial messages.
  • Perform additional custodial duties as required.
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