Position Title: CustodianDepartment: FacilitiesReports to: Director of FacilitiesPay Class: Full-time RegularFLSA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt Position SummaryCustodians perform daily routines and periodic scheduled tasks as well as special projects. They are critical to the Science Center; they are the front line of our guest experience, being ambassadors for our guests while cleaning and creating a welcoming environment in our facilities and grounds. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Vacuum, sweep, mop, clean carpet (using both powered and hand vacuums and or small extractors) and carpet extraction/buffing Clean and sanitize bathrooms and restock supplies Empty all trash cans and replace liners Handle recycling material Must wash, clean and dust walls, railing, glass and stainless steel Maintain supplies and equipment in clean and operable condition within individual service closet Carry out periodic special cleaning functions Assist in updating the maintenance log on a timely basis with items for Facilities staff to repair or replace. Interact and communicate as needed with other department staff and guests Adhere to, participate in and promote Pacific Science Center employment policies, operating principles, events and culture Other duties as assigned Position Requirements: Knowledge of work safety protocols and experience with proper use of:Cleaning chemicalsCustodial equipment Strong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work collaboratively as part of a teamComputing skills, such as maintaining a log or responding to electronic communicationsOperating various custodial equipment including:Riding sweepersRiding extractorsBuffersWalk-behind vacuums, sweepers, and hand vacuumsAbility to work independently with limited supervision Flexibility in work schedule on occasion to meet operational needsQualificationsRequiredAt least 1 year of custodial/housekeeping experience Previous experience working in a team-oriented setting Experience with ride on vacuum machines, scrubbers, and buffing machines preferred This position requires at least one weekend day as part of a regular schedulePhysical Demands & Working ConditionsPhysical activity requirements: climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, feel, talk, hear, repetitive motion Physical requirements: medium work – exerting up to 30 pounds of force frequently Visual acuity requirements: is required to have visual acuity to determine accuracy and thoroughness of work assigned Working Conditions: subject to outside environmental conditions, subject to noise, subject to vibration, subject to hazards, atmospheric conditions. This position description generally describes the principal functions of the position and the level of knowledge and skills typically required. It does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee, and it is subject to change as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.