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Custodian (Part-Time)

San Francisco, California, United States · On-site

$26/hr

Entry level

SUMMARY This position reports to the Custodial Supervisor/Manager and is responsible for the general cleanliness of the museum. Applicants must be available to work any assigned shifts and be able to work overtime. ESSEN…

Skills: Custodial Equipment Operation, Floor Maintenance, Safety Standards Adherence, Waste Disposal, Disinfecting

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Board Relations Manager

San Francisco, California, United States · Hybrid

$90k–$98k/yr

Senior

SUMMARY The Board Relations Manager manages and administers the operational systems that support the Exploratorium's Board of Trustees and its committees, including Board Meeting logistics and materials, trustee communic…

Skills: Board Relations, Project Management, Governance Administration, Salesforce, Meeting Coordination

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High School Explainer: PACE Program

San Francisco, California, United States · On-site

$19/hr

Entry level

SUMMARY The High School Explainer: PACE Program (Professional Advancement & Career Exposure) is designed to provide young people between the ages of 17-21 with supplemental museum work experience. Explainers are exposed …

Skills: Exhibit Maintenance, Scientific Demonstration, Visitor Engagement, Troubleshooting, Biology Lab Support

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High School Explainer

San Francisco, California, United States · On-site

$19/hr

Entry level

SUMMARY The High School Explainer Program at the Exploratorium is a flagship youth program at the museum that offers a unique work-based educational enrichment program for high school and early college students. Explaine…

Skills: Public Speaking, Science Communication, Visitor Engagement, Leadership, Peer Mentorship

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Custodian (Part-Time)

Exploratorium

San Francisco, California, United States • On-site

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  • $26/hr
  • Part-time
  • Benefits
  • Posted 9d ago
  • ~23 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Responsible for the general cleanliness of the museum, including cleaning classrooms, offices, restrooms, and public areas. Duties include operating custodial machinery, collecting waste, and maintaining safety standards for occupants and the public.

Requirements

Requires at least 6 months of custodial experience or completion of basic custodial training. Candidates must be able to read and follow instructions and meet physical demands such as lifting 35 lbs and climbing ladders.

Full job description

SUMMARY

This position reports to the Custodial Supervisor/Manager and is responsible for the general cleanliness of the museum.  Applicants must be available to work any assigned shifts and be able to work overtime. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Proper operation of custodial equipment including but not limited to:
    • Floor machines, i.e. vacuums, scrubbers
    • Mops and mop buckets
    • Floor, wall, window squeegees
    • Ladders, step stools, scissor lift, fork lift 
  • Basic understanding of safety issues and adherence to safety standards related to custodial work
    • Safety equipment for personal safety
    • Building occupant safety
    • Public safety
  • Clean and maintain all custodial stations: classrooms, office space, restrooms, entrance ways, work spaces, parking lots and food service areas
    • Collecting trash/recycling/compost and disposing in proper receptacles
    • Dusting, high, intermediate and low areas
    • Sweeping, dust mopping, dry mopping, damp mopping, vacuuming
    • Shampooing, scrubbing, steam cleaning, stripping, waxing and sealing
    • Refilling supplies; paper dispensers, soap dispensers
    • Cleaning and disinfecting urinals, commodes, wash basins, partitions, windows and walls. 
    • Use custodial equipment to carry out job responsibilities
    • Respond quickly to custodial messages
    • Additional custodial duties as required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • 6 months custodial experience and/or successful completion of basic custodial training
  • Ability to read, write and follow simple oral and written instructions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • This position is based in San Francisco, California with staff expected to work onsite a certain number of days per week based on department requirements
  • Ability to lift and carry 35 lbs 
  • Ability to push and pull 50 lbs 
  • Ability to bend and kneel, reach, move from place to place, twist at the waist 
  • Ability to climb and work on ladders 

APPLICATION DEADLINE

This position is open until filled

HOW TO APPLY

This is a regular, part-time (22.5 hours per week), non-exempt, union position that includes benefits. The starting rate for this role is $26.65. This rate is the step 1 of a 6 step union pay scale. Please no phone calls in regards to this job. Please include a cover letter with your application. Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered for review. To apply, please visit the Exploratorium job page.

The Exploratorium is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, inclusion and respect.  We welcome and strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

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About Exploratorium

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Museum of Art, Science & Human Perception

Industry
Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1969
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
LinkedIn followers
22,907

The Exploratorium is a public learning laboratory where you can explore the world through science, art, and human perception. Our world-renowned science museum offers 700+ interactive exhibits designed to ignite curiosity and foster exploration. Founded in 1969 by Dr. Frank Oppenheimer, our mission is to create inquiry-based experiences that transform learning worldwide. We envision a world where people think for themselves and can confidently ask questions, question answers, and understand the world around them. Dedicated to education reform in and out of the classroom, the Exploratorium is a premier professional development center for educators and a creator of award-winning educational resources. The Exploratorium has influenced generations of entrepreneurs, artists, scientists, teachers, students, children, museum professionals, and everyday doers. We also collaborate globally, bringing our original, interactive exhibits to more than 1,000 science centers, museums, and public spaces around the world.

Offices: Pier 15 (Embarcadero & Green St), San Francisco, CA 94111, US

Informal LearningScience EducationProfessional Teacher DevelopmentHands-on ScienceHuman PerceptionTinkeringInquiry Based LearningArt MuseumScience MuseumExhibit Development
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About Exploratorium

LinkedInVisit site

Museum of Art, Science & Human Perception

Industry
Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1969
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
LinkedIn followers
22,907

The Exploratorium is a public learning laboratory where you can explore the world through science, art, and human perception. Our world-renowned science museum offers 700+ interactive exhibits designed to ignite curiosity and foster exploration. Founded in 1969 by Dr. Frank Oppenheimer, our mission is to create inquiry-based experiences that transform learning worldwide. We envision a world where people think for themselves and can confidently ask questions, question answers, and understand the world around them. Dedicated to education reform in and out of the classroom, the Exploratorium is a premier professional development center for educators and a creator of award-winning educational resources. The Exploratorium has influenced generations of entrepreneurs, artists, scientists, teachers, students, children, museum professionals, and everyday doers. We also collaborate globally, bringing our original, interactive exhibits to more than 1,000 science centers, museums, and public spaces around the world.

Offices: Pier 15 (Embarcadero & Green St), San Francisco, CA 94111, US

Informal LearningScience EducationProfessional Teacher DevelopmentHands-on ScienceHuman PerceptionTinkeringInquiry Based LearningArt MuseumScience MuseumExhibit Development
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