Museum Custodian

JOB SUMMARY:

Perform a variety of duties pertaining to the cleanliness and upkeep of the museum's physical space. Prepare areas for classes and special events, and perform related duties as required by the supervisor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES:

• Keep gallery/exhibition spaces, administrative offices, classrooms, lavatories, and hallways clean and orderly.

• Sweep, mop, and polish floors, operate machinery to strip and wax floors, and operate a vacuum cleaner to maintain rugs.

• Dust furniture, sills, etc.; assure that all dispensers (soap and paper) are filled; remove all trash and litter daily; replace light bulbs as needed; and move furniture and light equipment as required.

• Routinely arrange and set up tables and related items for classrooms, special events, or other functions occurring across the Museum, and break down and store all furniture and related items.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

• As required, sweep and shovel steps and walks, and distribute sand and salt on steps and walkways in case of snow, as needed.

• Perform related duties as required by the supervisor.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS/SPECIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Ability to operate machines used in cleaning and special training in the use of cleaning products.

• Strong communication skills and ability to interact effectively with a public audience.

• Ability to work effectively independently as well as in a team environment.

• Ability to develop positive and respectful working relationships with students, staff, and faculty throughout a diverse community.

• Ability to demonstrate and model good safety practices.

• Scheduling flexibility, including participating in rotations to cover after-hours functions, weekends, and events.

• Sensitivity to, and respect for, working in close proximity to artworks in gallery spaces with commensurate training.

• Basic computer skills and/or the willingness to attend training and adapt to using required technology (e.g., Checking work email, using College supported enterprise systems such as Workday, etc.)

PREFERRED:

• High School Diploma or equivalency

• One year of related work experience

Union:

Yes; General Teamsters (Local 251)

Work Schedule:

40 hours per week;12 months per year 

(discussed during interview)

Employment Status:

Full-time; Non-Exempt; Regular

Grade:

810NE

Work Modality:

On-site

Documents Needed to Apply:

Resume (required)

Cover Letter (required)

Salary Grade Structure

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please upload all required documents.

The successful candidate will be required to meet our pre-employment background screening requirements.

RISD recognizes diversity and inclusivity as fundamental to its learning community and integral to an art and design education. We welcome candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. RISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.