TITLE Maintenance Laborer DEPARTMENT: Facilities and Sustainability REPORTS TO: Facilities Foreman GENERAL SUMMARY: Performs routine heavy custodial and labor related tasks. Secures facility as directed. Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create a working environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming as we honor employee experiences, perspectives, and unique identities. PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform custodial duties; cleaning throughout the conservatory; work in public and non-public areas of the facility.
- Secure facility.
- Perform general maintenance tasks and complete work orders as assigned.
- Maintain assigned tools/equipment and report problems to the Foreman promptly.
- Organize and execute set up and tear down of all classes scheduled during your shift.
- Assist with installation of all shows.
- Clean and assure proper maintenance of all restroom facilities.
- Assist with show installation and all special events as needed.
- Work on outside cleanup.
- Follow recycling program.
- Safely operate conservatory vehicle to make deliveries, pick up supplies, etc.
- Assist Facility Manager and Forman in other areas as needed.
- Assist Horticulture Department as needed.
- Performs other duties as requested.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
- Ability to communicate well with all levels of people in a friendly manner.
- Able to work alone as well as in a team environment.
- Able to use manual tools in all kinds of weather and conditions.
- Knowledge in the upkeep of facility, offices and grounds.
- Knowledge of material, equipment and tools used in cleaning, maintenance and repair of buildings and garden areas.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Ability to provide own transportation to perform principal responsibilities.
- Requires evening and weekend work both indoor and outdoor locations.
- Forty -hour workweek with overtime as required.
- Will at times be working alone in the facility.
- Will have occasion to work in or pass through any area of the conservatory or growing houses.
MINIMUM POSITION GUIDELINES: (Education, Experience and Certification)
- Minimum of a high school degree.
- Three years work experience in a general laborer field.
- Must hold a current Pennsylvania driver's license and be insurable by the conservatory.