Title: Custodian

Facilities

Type: Part Time, Non-exempt

Reports To: Facilities Manager

Direct Reports: None

Rate: up to $15.50

Purpose: To perform a variety of cleaning duties necessary for maintenance and operations of the Museum buildings

Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion at WAM:

At WAM we are committed to building a diverse environment, one where staff feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring. Please visit our Mission, Vision, and Values page to learn more.

Vaccine Policy at WAM:

The safety and well-being of our staff, families, volunteers, visitors, and community are important to the Worcester Art Museum. In an effort to keep everyone safe, we will require proof of full vaccination and booster as a condition of employment. The Museum will consider exemptions from the requirement due to a qualifying medical exception or a sincerely held religious belief. The Museum is not required to provide an accommodation if doing so poses a direct threat to others in the workplace or if it creates an undue hardship to the organization.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Clean and stock all toilet facilities daily
• Prepare each studio and meeting room according to the needs of the instructors as indicated by the schedule. This includes: changing the paper covering, aligning the chairs, easels and other furniture. Mop the floors and cleaning the sinks as needed.
• Remove all trash from building daily
• Replace burned out light bulbs as needed
• Vacuum carpets and rugs in lobbies, galleries and offices, spot clean as needed
• Dust-mop/sweep all floors throughout buildings as needed
• Wash windows and glass doors daily
• Polish stainless steel elevators weekly or as needed
• Wet mop all floors as needed, refinish as directed
• Set up and break down event furniture according to calendar and as specified by Event Orders
• Perform snow removal of stairs and entrance areas; shovel and spread ice melt as needed
• Deliver boxes from mailroom to staff throughout the facility
• Assist staff in the movement and arrangement of office furniture
• Perform other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• General knowledge of maintenance procedures
• Ability to lift up at least 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights up to 8 feet
• Ability to climb/descend stairs
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to work under dirty or dusty conditions and/or outside in adverse weather
• Ability to interact professionally with all levels of staff and the public

EDUCATION:

Ability to read and basic math required

EXPERIENCE:

Up to one year in similar position preferred

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Hepatitis B Vaccination or Waiver
• Ability to work a flexible schedule (evenings and weekends) to provide coverage for the Museum's many events running 7 days per week
• Physical Exam