Custodial/Maintenance Associate (Part-Time)

Division or Department: Facilities Position Classification: Part-time, hourly, non-exempt position, up to 25hr./week, $19/hr. Paid semi-monthly. Schedule may vary, based on required coverage. Additional hours may be provided to meet the demands of the facility. Position Reports to: Director of Facilities Summary of Position: Date of Position Description: June 2026 Reporting to the Director of Facilities and Visitor Services and Facilities Operations Manager, the Custodial/Maintenance Associate will be responsible for the assigned custodial care; minor maintenance repairs; and event set-ups for the Durham Arts Council facility. The person holding this position will work in conjunction with other DAC staff, contracted vendors, community service workers, and other volunteers as necessary, to maintain the facility in satisfactory condition and meet the needs of staff, tenants, grantees and rental clients. This position has frequent contact with the public and must be neatly and professionally dressed with a collared polo shirt and Khaki, Black, Dark Gray, or Navy pants. Essential Position Responsibilities: ●Perform cleaning and housekeeping requirements as assigned by the Director of Facilities and Facilities Operations Manager. ●Perform special project cleaning if directed by the Director of Facilities and Facilities Operations Manager, to include, but not limited to, wall washing, carpet cleaning, hard surface refinishing, and ductwork cleaning. Proper equipment and training will be provided by employer. ●Assist the Director of Facilities and Facilities Operations Manager with identifying and scheduling major maintenance projects. ●Inventory and maintain cleanliness of hand tools and power equipment utilized within the custodial/maintenance department. ●Provide the Director of Facilities and Facilities Operations Manager with information required to order stock items of, but not limited to, paper products, cleaning supplies, and electric light bulbs. ●Regularly check for any inoperative light bulbs and replace them as needed. ●Patch and paint drywall. ●Arrange and set up tables, chairs and other items as required for rental clients, grantees and other meetings as directed. ●Breakdown and cleanup after special events/rentals. ●In the absence of the Director of Facilities and Facilities Operations Manager, assist inspectors, contractors, and vendors as required. ●Perform front desk receptionist duties when needed, answer telephone calls, forward calls to desired parties, greet the public, and perform building opening/closing procedures as specified in the Annual Maintenance Plan. ●Co-ordinate with Director of Facilities and/or Facilities Operations Manager any work distributed to community service workers to satisfactorily identify available time for “special projects.” ●Attend meetings as assigned. ●Perform other duties as directed. Professional Development: ●Attends training sessions as directed, to stay current of DAC and job-related processes and procedures. ●Seeks knowledge of best practices related to job responsibilities on an ongoing basis. Education and Certifications: High School diploma or GED required. Additional technical training and/or certifications a plus. Experience: Two years employment in a custodial/maintenance position, preferably in a public environment. Working knowledge of floor care equipment and procedures. Special Skills and Requirements: Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings. Must be customer-service oriented with the ability to work well with the general public, staff and colleagues with professionalism and diplomacy. Must be self-organized to handle multiple tasks. Legally permitted to work in an environment with children as DAC has camps and classes. Required to complete and pass a background check. Typical Physical Demands: Sitting, walking, climbing stairs, climbing ladders, operating maintenance and housekeeping equipment and tools. Ability to transport equipment and furniture for client set-ups. Must be able to lift and transport items up to 50 pounds. Work Schedule and Environment: Professional office environment on-site. Normal work week for this position is based on the demands of the building, as work is assigned. Work schedule may also include some early morning, evening and weekend functions including but not limited to special events, meetings, client meetings/events and Board meetings. Schedule will be adjusted accordingly to accommodate evening events. Typical Equipment, Machinery, Vehicles, Tools and Technology used in the performance of position duties: 20” Floor care machine, carpet extractor, vacuum cleaners, hand trucks, furniture movers, building maintenance hand tools, telephone, short-wave radio, etc. 1. Confidentiality: The Durham Arts Council agrees that, during the term of our employment, it will use reasonable effort to maintain the confidentiality of the terms of your employment consistent with its reporting obligations. 2. Entire Agreement: This agreement sets forth the understanding of the parties relating to your employment, and supersedes all prior agreements, arrangements or understandings, written or oral. The terms of this Agreement may be amended or changed only upon further written agreement signed by both parties. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed according to the laws of the State of North Carolina. DAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this position. It does not state or imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to the job. The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by the supervisor. All requirements are subject to change over time, and to possible modification to reasonably accommodate changing institutional needs and individuals with a disability. The Durham Arts Council (DAC) is an Equal Opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, access, and inclusion in its programming, services, workforce, and community engagement. This commitment involves intentionally seeking diverse staff, board members, and volunteers, and ensuring policies align with their values of inclusion and accessibility. DAC also aims to reflect the diversity of the communities it serves in its programs and public art projects. Application: To apply: Send resume and cover letter to Jobs@durhamarts.org. Put PT Custodial/Maintenance Associate in the email subject line. No phone calls please.

Pay: $19.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19