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Form of workCustodial Assistant/Custodian—Operations
Museum overview
The Brooklyn Museum is a world-renowned cultural institution dedicated to preserving and showcasing art, history, and heritage. Our mission is to bring people together through art and experiences that inspire celebration, compassion, courage, and the will to act. Our vision is to serve as an institution where art is a powerful force for personal transformation and social change. Celebrating our differences and learning about our diverse communities through our collections, exhibitions, and programming is the core of who we are and what we do.
We are committed to creating and cultivating a diverse community of talented, passionate people who are inspired to make the Museum an important hub of community activity and a great global destination. Our staff have the opportunity to grow their professional skills and work collaboratively with colleagues they admire and respect.
About the role
The Custodial Assistant, Operations, will assist the Facilities Maintenance team and be responsible for cleaning, sanitizing and maintaining of the building in both public and non-public areas. This includes offices, galleries, staircases, elevators, and other areas as detailed below.
Responsibilities:
- These duties include but are not limited to: dust, sweep, damp mop, wet mop, scrub, strip and polish assigned areas with manual and/or mechanical equipment using solvents, waxes, polishes and other approved cleansing agents
- Remove gum, spot clean, shampoo and vacuum floors, rugs, mats and runners
- Dust and/or wash glass walls using appropriate materials by hand and/or machine
- Remove and/or clean curtains, drapes, blinds and shades. Clean mirrors and glass in bookcases, doors and windows
- Polish furniture and metal work by hand or by machine
- Cleaning and replenish toilet supplies
- Sweep sidewalks and wash sidewalks and lower portion of buildings with brush and hose
- Operate elevators, move furniture, supplies, materials when required
- Act as a museum guard or messenger when required
- Work from ladders when required
- Assist with snow removal when required
- Required to wear safety equipment and PPE on the job as necessary
- Take responsibility for the safety and protection of all related Museum buildings, collections, personnel, Museum visitors, and equipment
- Assist with fire and safety team functions as deemed necessary by the Fire and Life Safety Director
Qualifications:
- Able to meet medical and physical requirements which allow for the performance of medium labor and cleaning
- Ability to lift and transport heavy items, up to 50 pounds
- Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office Suite strongly preferred
- OSHA 10-hour training
Department: Operations
Reports to: Supervising Museum Maintainer
Position type: Full-time
Salary: $41,600.00
Union status: Union—DC37 Local 1502
FLSA status: Nonexempt
Schedule: Wednesday–Sunday, 11:00 am–8 pm. This position is subject to occasional overtime and weekend hours.
If you have questions about our online application system, get in touch with us at job.application.questions@brooklynmuseum.org.
