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Custodian Full-Time
Job Location:
Job Location:
Mount Vernon, OH - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 16 - 17
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
2 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
30 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Custodian
Full-Time Non-Exempt
Introduction:
We are looking for a responsiblecustodianto maintain and protect our facilities. This position involves cleaning and removing trash from various exhibition area locations offices meeting rooms shops public areas and restrooms across multiple buildings. This role works on weekends holidays and special events on a rotating schedule. This position is classified as essential and may be asked to participate in all emergencies ice/snow removal and special events.
Introduction:
We are looking for a responsiblecustodianto maintain and protect our facilities. This position involves cleaning and removing trash from various exhibition area locations offices meeting rooms shops public areas and restrooms across multiple buildings. This role works on weekends holidays and special events on a rotating schedule. This position is classified as essential and may be asked to participate in all emergencies ice/snow removal and special events.
Compensation:
Starting at $16.00 - $17.00 /hour
Expected Hours:
40 hours/week to include some weekends holidays and evening shifts
Primary Responsibilities:
- Cleans offices kitchens common areas and restrooms
- Maintains appropriate supply levels and inventories at all locations
- Maintains all cleaning equipment. Uses proper care with all chemicals and equipment
- Surveys all facilities for routine and emergency maintenance. Makes minor repairs and/or submits service orders. Installs light bulbs/fluorescent tubes when needed.
- Assists with requirements for special events
- Moves boxes and furniture
- Responsible for the performance quality and quantity of all work assigned. Compiles a daily record and completes service orders
- Assists outside contractors with professional carpet services. Cleans carpets and windows between contractor visits
- May assist maintenance duty personnel in assisting workers on the estate before opening or after closing
- Assists with the recycling program: is aware of the materials we recycle and disposes of them properly
- Works independently and with a minimum of supervision
- Conducts all work in accordance with all procedures and guidelines
- Practices and maintains safety precautions and procedures in all facilities
- Performs other related duties as needed and carries out or directs the completion of special assignments
Qualifications:
- Minimum of one year of custodial experience
- Must possess good written and verbal communication skills in English
- Ability to work evenings weekends holidays and overtime
- Must be able to lift 30lbs push 20lbs bend stretch twist crouch or reach with your body arms and/or legs
Equipment Used:
Vacuum cleaners floor buffers and cleaning equipment
Work Environment:
Work is conducted in a mix of indoor and outdoor environments including historic buildings mechanical rooms and public spaces. Conditions may include working in tight or elevated spaces exposure to dust noise and occasional temperature extremes.
Physical Requirements:
The role demands the ability to lift carry push or pull objects up to 50 pounds. Regular climbing balancing stooping kneeling and reaching are required. The role includes prolonged standing and walking sometimes on uneven or slippery surfaces.
Benefits:
- Benefits:
- 403(b) Retirement plan with employer matching
- Employee recognition at 5 years of service
- Monthly employee events
- Employee referral program
- On-site Library
- Discount on Public Event Tickets
- Discount in the Mount Vernon Shops
- Discount at the Mount Vernon Inn and Food Court Pavilion
- Free Parking
- Health Vision and Dental insurance
- Short Term Disability Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Paid leave for Sick Time Vacation and Holidays
- Flexible spending account for medical care
Mount Vernon is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all an Equal Opportunity Employer we are committed to building and retaining a team that represents a variety of skills experiences and perspectives. All employment decisions are based on business needs job requirements performance and qualifications without regard to race religion or belief national or ethnic origin gender/sex (including pregnancy) age physical mental or sensory disability sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression marital or domestic partnership status veteran and military status family or parental status or any other status protected under federal state or local law. Mount Vernon will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
About Company
George Washington’s Mount Vernon is the historic home of George and Martha Washington, located 13 miles south of Washington, DC. Guests can see the historic mansion, stately rooms, and outbuildings preserved to the year 1799, the last year of George Washington’s life. Owned and operat ... View more
