Facilities Custodian

JOB SUMMARY:

To perform custodial duties as assigned throughout the Gardens and all of Bok Tower Gardens facilities. Must be willing to work indoor and outdoor in all weather conditions.

Please note: Working hours are Tuesday- Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Collect trash from all outside trash cans throughout the Gardens
• Check all restrooms, stock and clean as shown on schedule and/or needed
• Sweep outside walkways of Visitor Center, Café and Gift Shop areas as needed
• Clean and maintain buildings of BTG (which include: Visitor Center, Exhibit Hall, Bathrooms, Theatre, Horticulture Offices and Building, Information Booth, Annex Storage, Olmsted house, North Walk Restrooms, Discovery Center Restrooms, Discovery Center Classroom)
• Sweeping, mopping, collecting trash, dusting ceilings/walls, cleaning windows/mirrors to include interior and exterior
• Be visible and available to assist visitors with questions and/or problems
• Monitor all public facilities (gardens, restrooms, picnic areas, etc.) to ensure their cleanliness and presentation for the public

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Detail oriented
• Dependable and punctual work attendance
• Strong communication, interpersonal, problem solving skills and multi-tasking capabilities
• Ability to understand and follow basic oral and written instructions
• Ability to operate standard equipment used for custodial/janitorial purposes – ladders, step stools, handcarts, vacuum cleaners, mops, brooms etc.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Ability to drive golf carts safely through Gardens
• Excellent internal customer service skills

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED; plus minimum of one (1) year of experience in custodial/janitorial work or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Working hours are: Tuesday- Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• Some exposure to general cleaning chemicals used for janitorial purposes
• Able to work outside in summer and winter climates
• Occasional reaching, stooping, bending, crouching, repetitive arm motions or light lifting (up to 60 lbs.)
• Continuous communication and/or interaction with staff, volunteers, and visitors