Custodian/Cleaning Technician

FLSA Status: Hourly
Hours: Part-time 29.0 hrs/wk – weekends/evenings
Compensation: $16.00

The Grand Rapids Public Museum is the oldest and one of the largest museums in the state of Michigan. We are a place of never-ending learning and discovery, with programs and exhibits focusing on history, science, and culture. The employee culture of the GRPM is one of teamwork, excitement, and learning. As an integral part of the West Michigan community, the Museum is open daily to visitors, and hosts after-hours public events and programs, as well as private events and weddings. The entire GRPM team works to create positive visitor experiences through engaging exhibits and programs, and a safe, clean, welcoming space.

SUMMARY:
Our custodial team is responsible for providing our guests with a clean, friendly, safe environment within the
Grand Rapids Public Museum. Tasks are assigned and work is performed under the supervision of the Building
Ops Manager or their designee.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES include the following:
● Classroom, office, restroom cleaning
● Vacuuming, upright or VacPac
● Mopping, use of auto scrubbers/other floor machines
● Trash removal
● Replace light bulbs, clean light fixtures and remove cobwebs, etc.
● Move and replace chairs, tables and other furnishings in order to clean surrounding surfaces
● Event set-up and teardown based on schedule
● Interact with the public as needed in a professional and friendly manner
● Ability to communicate using a two-way radio
● Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:
● Must be dependable, punctual, and possess a strong work ethic
● Need strong people skills, to work and communicate effectively and to perform manual labor
● Ability to work tactfully and effectively and follow both oral and written instructions
● Knowledge in cleaning or custodial work
● Valid Michigan Driver’s License preferred
● High School Diploma

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Bending, climbing, reaching and lifting up to 50 pounds or more. Perform heavy manual labor. Work from ladders at a height of 12 feet or mechanical lifts at a height of 45 feet.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Areas of public access, school classrooms and work areas throughout the museum.

12/2022

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office
• Public school

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Grand Rapids, MI 49504: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person