Job Listing: Facility Services Associate (VMHC)

Job Postings,

Virginia Museum of History & Culture - Richmond, VA

Closes - open until filled

Position Title - Facility Services Associate 

Compensation - $14 - $18 per hour 

Job Type - Full-time; Non-Exempt 

Apply - If interested in this job opportunity, please apply and upload your cover letter and resume to https://virginiahistory.isolvedhire.com/jobsearch/?job_board_classification=Job_Opportunities. 

Summary - The Facility Services Associate is responsible for assisting with day-to-day care and cleaning, maintaining neatness and safety, and setting up events and facility rentals for all VMHC campuses. 

Responsibilities 

  • Cleans facility restrooms, kitchens, tables, windows, doors, handrails, elevators, stairwells, gallery areas and general office spaces
  • Sweeps and removes debris at all entrances
  • Dusts, vacuums, sweeps and mops throughout the facilities
  • Removes trash throughout the facilities and grounds
  • Maintains a clean workspace and storage areas
  • Assists with security, maintenance and grounds projects when needed
  • Sets up chairs and tables for VMHC events and facility rentals
  • Performs additional duties as assigned 

Qualifications -

  • Ability to prioritize work tasks and follow workplace safety processes, protocols and policies
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently
  • Ability to complete strenuous work tasks for extended periods of time to include climbing, bending, stooping, pushing and pulling
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 30lbs 
  • High school education
  • Commercial setting cleaning experience preferred 

Note & Special Requirements: Requires early morning, evening and weekend hours.

The Virginia Museum of History & Culture is owned and operated by the Virginia Historical Society — a private, non profit organization established in 1831. The historical society is the oldest cultural organization in Virginia, and one of the oldest and most distinguished history organizations in the nation. For use in its state history museum and its renowned research library, the historical society cares for a collection of nearly nine million items representing the ever evolving story of Virginia. 

The Virginia Historical Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer.