Janitorial Services Aide

Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library encompasses an unrivaled museum of American decorative arts in its mansion and galleries and a magnificent 60-acre naturalistic garden—all set on 1,000 gorgeous acres.

Winterthur employs a wide array of positions in the areas of curatorial, horticulture, education, conservation, library, maintenance, marketing, development, technology, and administration.

Winterthur offers a unique and rewarding experience that is rich in culture and natural beauty. Winterthur considers its employees and volunteers to be among its greatest assets and welcomes applications from candidates who will contribute their specific skills to its mission “to inspire, enlighten, and delight all of its visitors while preserving and enhancing [Winterthur]” and also uphold its core values of agility, excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusion, and transparency.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The basic function of this position is janitorial services and miscellaneous jobs within the Research Building, including the Library, Archives, and Stacks. The Janitorial Services Aide will maintain the overall cleanliness of all facilities within the Research Building and support the Preventive Conservation team by providing supplies and maintaining the LF storage space. This position assists in ensuring guest and staff satisfaction is achieved by maintaining the cleanliness of the facilities.

Compensation: 17.00 per hour

Benefits: Including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance; generous paid time off plan including 10 holidays, vacation, personal, and sick time; 403b with employer match for eligible employees; discounts in the museum store and cafe; free general admission for you and your immediate family

Work Schedule: Tuesday – Saturday, 35 hours/week

Responsibilities:

• Janitorial Services - maintain general indoor appearance of the building, collect trash from offices, restrooms and lobbies, vacuum and perform carpet cleaning services, mop floors (restrooms, stairwells, lobbies), dusting and wiping furniture and vents, operate a vacuum, shampooer, and buffer, mix and use cleaning solutions safely and store them in a secure area.

• Ensuring disinfection and sanitization of employee work spaces and customer facing public areas in order to comply with guidelines regarding preventing the spread of infectious diseases, such as Influenza and Covid-19. Guidelines and specifics may change in compliance with OSHA, CDC, and state requirements.
• Maintain LF as a storage space to supply the Research Building and the Preventive Conservation team as needed.
• Move and deliver supplies to areas as needed, such as small to medium post office deliveries, toilet paper, cups, plates, etc.
• Responsible for Event Set Up and Take Down within the Research Building, such as setting up tables and small trash receptacles for events and setting up conference rooms for training.
• Perform duties as assigned in the Research Building.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Experience: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience in the janitorial field.

Preferred Experience: Experience in the Hospitality or Cultural Institution industries.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of housekeeping operational procedures.
• Knowledge of basic sanitation requirements/controls and applications of relevant cleaning chemicals.
• Basic knowledge of hand tools.
• Basic knowledge of carpet cleaning procedures.

Essential Functions:

• Duties will involve bending, stretching, reaching and moving at a fast pace.
• Able to lift 50 lb.
• Able to climb up to 9 flights of stairs.
• Able to walk and stand for extended period of time; 8 hours or more.
• Ability to work in narrow, potentially dusty areas within the library.
• While cleaning laboratories, this individual may be exposed to toxic materials and x-ray generating equipment and should use appropriate PPE.