On-Call Custodian

San Francisco, CA

Part Time

Custodial Services

Entry Level

SUMMARY

This position reports to the Custodial Supervisor/Manager and is responsible for the general cleanliness of the museum. Applicants must be available to work any assigned shifts and be able to work overtime.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Proper operation of custodial equipment including but not limited to:
- Floor machines, i.e. vacuums, scrubbers
- Mops and mop buckets
- Floor, wall, window squeegees
- Ladders, step stools, scissor lift, fork lift
Basic understanding of safety issues and adherence to safety standards related to custodial work
- Safety equipment for personal safety
- Building occupant safety
- Public safety
Clean and maintain all custodial stations: classrooms, office space, restrooms, entrance ways, work spaces, parking lots and food service areas
- Collecting trash/recycling/compost and disposing in proper receptacles
- Dusting, high, intermediate and low areas
- Sweeping, dust mopping, dry mopping, damp mopping, vacuuming
- Shampooing, scrubbing, steam cleaning, stripping, waxing and sealing
- Refilling supplies; paper dispensers, soap dispensers
- Cleaning and disinfecting urinals, commodes, wash basins, partitions, windows and walls.
- Use custodial equipment to carry out job responsibilities
- Respond quickly to custodial messages
- Additional custodial duties as required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

6 months custodial experience and/or successful completion of basic custodial training
Ability to read, write and follow simple oral and written instructions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to lift and carry 35 lbs
Ability to push and pull 50 lbs
Ability to bend and kneel, reach, move from place to place, twist at the waist
Ability to climb and work on ladders

APPLICATION DEADLINE

This position is open until filled

HOW TO APPLY

This is an on-call (variable hours) position that does not include benefits. The starting rate for this role is $22.56. This rate is the step 1 of a 6 step union pay scale. Please no phone calls in regards to this job. To apply, please visit the Exploratorium job page.

Condition of Employment: Willingness and ability to provide proof of completed COVID-19 vaccination will be required. All medical or sincerely held religious belief exemptions regarding vaccination status will be considered.

The Exploratorium is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, inclusion and respect. We welcome and strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Exploratorium

Piers 15/17, San Francisco, CA 94111

Website: https://www.exploratorium.edu/about/jobs. No phone calls, please

The Exploratorium is committed to a diverse workforce.

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