Job Listing: Custodial Assistant

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden - Richmond, VA

Closes - open until filled

Position Title - Custodial Assistant

Compensation - $15/hour

Job Type - part-time; 15 – 29 hours per week 

Apply - Please submit a cover letter, resume, to Human Resources at HR@lewisginter.org 

Summary - Job Description The Custodial Assistant is responsible for assisting in day-to-day functions of the Garden with a primary focus on custodial and cleaning duties necessary to create an exceptional guest experience. A successful candidate must have the ability to communicate effectively with staff of all levels and interact with Garden visitors and volunteers in a cheerful and positive manner. They must be able to work independently without supervision as well as alongside other members of the Operations team. 

Responsibilities -

• Clean and maintain facilities including, but not limited to, cleaning and sanitizing restrooms and public areas, vacuuming, dusting, cleaning of windows, collecting recycling, emptying trash cans, floor cleaning and maintenance, and deep cleaning as requested
• Clean facilities, rental spaces, classrooms and equipment between programs and event • Police outdoor areas for litter and general cleanliness
• Keep all storage areas clean, organized and stocked
• Respond to requests of all departments/staff members for custodial and operations support, as directed by supervisor
• Set and maintain high standards for the appearance of the interior and exterior of all buildings and public areas on a daily basis
• Perform duties efficiently and effectively to include proper and safe use of cleaning supplies
• Apprise supervisor of maintenance issues, repairs and supplies needed in a prompt manner
• Use departmental communication tools effectively and correctly including radios, clock in computers and task list schedules 

Qualifications -

• Good organizational, interpersonal, and communications skills
• Ability to work nights and weekends
• Strong analytical skills and a self-motivated performer
• Reliable mode of transportation
• Related work experience
• Mechanical understanding and knowledge 
• High School diploma or equivalent

Employees of Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden :

• Must comply with provisions of the current Employee handbook, all published personnel policies and the requirements of their individual job descriptions.
• Must perform all duties in a manner consistent with a public garden serving multigenerational and multicultural individuals, families, and in accordance with directed practices and procedures.
• Must be aware of surroundings and vigilant to threats to the safety of visitors, volunteers, and staff or to security of their property, ensuring that all concerns are reported promptly
• Must report all injuries and incidents immediately and ultimately in writing to supervisor(s) and to the President.
• Must ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations
• Must perform other duties as assigned by supervisor. 

Physical Demands / Working Conditions:

• Must be able to walk the Garden’s campus in most weather conditions daily
• Bending, stooping, climbing stairs, transporting supplies by hand or by cart
• Must be able to lift objects up to 50 lbs. repeatedly
• Must be comfortable working in elevated situations using step ladders and lifts

Note: Duties described above, other duties and physical demands have been identified as essential.