Application deadline for this job is August 14, 2024

Position Summary:

The Junior Botanical Garden Custodian , under general supervision, performs work of ordinary difficulty and responsibility, which may entail supervision in cleaning, maintaining and enforcing safety requirements. Responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of small public buildings, performing such tasks as sweeping, dusting, mopping, polishing, waxing, restroom and office cleaning, gathering and disposing of refuse, cleaning and removing snow from walkways. Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

Additionally, this position supports, through actions and conduct, NYBG’s Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility initiatives and helps to build and maintain an inclusive organization culture throughout the institution.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of small public buildings, performing such tasks as sweeping, dusting, vacuuming mopping, polishing, waxing, gathering and disposing of refuse, set up for events, collect debris throughout Garden property; cleaning and removing snow from walkways.

Requirements:

2 years of full-time experience in cleaning and maintaining building in a large cultural institution or education facility.

A satisfactory equivalent.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Ability to move up to 50 pounds and work in a variety of weather conditions.

Baseline Work Schedule:

The work schedule will be Wednesday - Sunday 10am - 6pm

Salary: $37,816, *($43,488)

*Current Garden union employees that have been employed for 2 years qualify for the higher salary rate. If a non-Garden and non-union applicant is appointed, they will be eligible to advance to the higher incumbent rate after two years.

Benefits:

15 Vacation Days

12 Paid Holidays

10 Sick Days

Health Coverage

401K

Pension Plan

If you require an accommodation for any part of the application process, please notify the Human Resources department at [email protected] .

EOE/BIPOC/F/Persons with disabilities/Veterans