Reports to: Facilities Manager
Details: Full-time, year-round, 100% in-person role. Schedule is Sunday – Wednesday, 5am to 3pm. Overtime available! Must be okay working occasional evenings and adjusting schedule to accommodate business needs.
Accepting applications: Applications are open until filled. Candidates must submit cover letter and resume.
Location: This is an in-person, on-site role. Candidates must be able to commute to 1 College Street, Burlington, VT. Parking is provided.
Description: ECHO inspires and engages families in the joy of scientific discovery, wonder of nature, and care of Lake Champlain. ECHO is a dynamic, nationally acclaimed, science center committed to engaging diverse public audiences and providing experiential, relevant and lifelong educational experiences for all our guests. ECHO employees contribute to a productive, respectful, inclusive workplace by modeling humor, communication, cultural responsiveness, collaboration and accountability to our colleagues, animals and guests.
Our Custodian is a critical teammate who supports a clean, safe, and beautiful space for our guests and staff. This role will primarily be responsible for custodial work and outdoor upkeep (snow removal) and will occasionally provide support for repairs to museum exhibits. During exhibit changeover in the traveling exhibit hall, this role will work with the rest of the Facilities & Animal Care team to break down and set up exhibits.
Responsibilities include:
Facilities
- Custodial work: dusting, mopping, sweeping, scrubbing, window cleaning, trash removal, periodic deep cleaning, carpet extraction, power washing, etc. in a timely manner.
- Stocking cleaning/repair supplies.
- Assist in installing, maintaining and repairing non-animal exhibits.
- Seasonal weed removal, mowing, raking, sweeping of exterior areas.
- Maintain exterior areas including parking lot, walkways, planted areas and lawns, etc.
- Opportunity to assist in interior and exterior building maintenance including but not limited to painting, flooring repair, light carpentry, light electrical, signage install and repair, etc.
Other Duties
- Provide quality customer service while working in high volume guest environment.
- Other duties and special projects assigned as needed.
Essential Skills:
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum six months experience in facility maintenance and/or custodial work
- Experience working in public setting and interacting with the public while performing job duties
- Valid driver’s license
- Demonstrated ability to multitask in a fast paced environment, managing multiple priorities
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds occasionally and spend the majority of the shift moving, including bending, stooping, standing, walking, and using hands to operate cleaning equipment and tools
- Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with colleagues
- Willingness to observe and learn new skills, including pickup truck mounted snow plow and salt spreader
- Ability to spot issues and respond accordingly
Instructions for Applying: To be considered a candidate for this position, please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@echovermont.org
If you require assistance with the application process, or need a different form of application, please contact Katelyn Olson (she/her/hers) by email or phone (kolson@echovermont.org / 802-864-1848 Ext.116).
ECHO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or Federal law.