Custodian Worker

The White House Historical Association is a non-profit, non-partisan educational organization founded in 1961 by First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to enhance the understanding, appreciation, and enjoyment of the Executive Mansion. For more than sixty years, the Association has produced award-winning books on a wide range of subjects related to the history of the President’s House and has actively fulfilled its educational mission with robust educational programming and retail offerings.

This is NOT a political position or a position with the United States Government. All proceeds from the sale of the Association’s books and products are used to fund the acquisition of historic furnishings and artwork for the permanent White House Collection, assist in the preservation of public rooms, and further its educational mission.

Description: The White House Historical Association is seeking an energetic and reliable porter to perform day-to-day building maintenance at our facility. Overall duties will include removing debris, maintaining common areas, Office, Conference Rooms, restocking bathrooms, and responding to all cleaning emergencies.

The successful candidate will be highly organized, dedicated, and able to handle a variety of duties simultaneously. You will work with management to create an effective cleaning schedule, which will include your day-to-day routines and work timetable.

Responsibilities:

• Complete minor repairs and building improvements.
• Prepare conference rooms before and after important meetings.
• Clean all common areas including the kitchen, cafeteria, lobby, and break room.
• When applicable, place safety hazard signs in the building including wet paint and wet floor warning signs.
• Monitor, clean, and service washrooms.
• Respond to any major spills or other cleaning crises.
• Remove litter and rubbish from main common rooms.
• Help order supplies required for facility maintenance.
• Operate Leaf blower for cleaning sidewalks in and around the facility.
• Water plants
• Deliver packages, including bulk mail and large boxes weighing 50 lbs. or more

Requirements:

• High school diploma or relevant qualification required.
• 6 – 12 months porter experience.
• Able to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.
• Must be reliable and professional.
• Prepared to execute all duties and responsibilities in a safe and timely manner.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more
• Ability to walk up and down stairs.
• Ability to operate vacuum and carpet cleaners
• Ability to use and operate basic cleaning tools

Job Details:

• Type: Full-time
• Compensation: This is a hourly paid position with competitive pay for D.C. 
• Benefits: 403(B), health, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, employee discounts
• Schedule: Flexible, occasional weekends and holidays may be required
• Location: On-site

Candidates selected for this position must pass a full background and reference check.

To Apply:

Send cover letter describing your relevant experiences, and your resume in a single Word document or PDF to employment@whha.org The White House Historical Association is an equal opportunity employer.