Job Listing: Event Support Crew Member I - Custodian (MacArthur Memorial)

Name of Organization – MacArthur Memorial – Norfolk, VA

Closes – 10/19/25

Title – Event Support Crew Member I (Custodian)

Compensation – $40,688 - $46,791 plus benefits

Type – full-time

Apply – Apply via the City of Norfolk’s career website:  https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/norfolk/jobs/5104309/event-support-crew-member-i/apply/jobdetails?keywords=event%20support&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Summary – The MacArthur Memorial is an internationally recognized museum and research center that preserves and presents the story of General of the Army Douglas MacArthur and that of the millions of men and women who served with him. A bureau of the City of Norfolk’s Cultural Facilities Arts & Entertainment Department, the MacArthur Memorial serves 120,000 people annually through exhibits, public programming, research support, and education outreach.

The MacArthur Memorial is seeking a dedicated Event Support Crewmember I to join our team. In this role, you play a key role in ensuring museum spaces are welcoming to all and meet high standards for cleanliness and safety. Daily responsibilities include performing custodial tasks such as sanitizing, dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and waste management, as well as conducting regular inspections of facilities to ensure all areas are clean and functional. The museum hosts several events per month, and part of your duties will also include assisting staff in preparing museum spaces to meet event needs. On occasion, you will support after-hour events.

The Event Support Crewmember I is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable with physical tasks like lifting and moving equipment. The ideal candidate will also work well with other team members to ensure seamless operations, adapting to the dynamic needs of a busy cultural institution.

If you’re ready to play a vital role in the museum’s mission of making history more accessible to our local and international community, apply today to join our team.

Responsibilities –

Essential functions include but are not limited to:

• Clean and disinfect common areas, kitchens, and offices.  Replenish paper product, soaps, and other supplies. Dust, wash windows, walls, windowsills, mirrors and doors. Vacuuming and cleaning carpets.
• Dispose of trash and recyclables following established protocols.
• Maintain exterior of facility by cleaning and sweeping outdoor common areas, walkways and grounds, and picking up trash and debris.
• Responds to spills and other cleanups required during normal operating hours.
• Supports the set up and cleanup of special events
• Aids in the transport and storage of special event equipment in designated facilities.
• Utilizes safety equipment as needed while performing duties.
• Maintains cleaning supply inventory and equipment
• Supports occasional evening special events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications –

• Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines.
• Level of knowledge equivalent to less than high school or equivalency.
• No experience required.

About – www.macarthurmemorial.org