Museum Custodian

Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Custodian to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and order in various facilities, ensuring a safe and pleasant environment for all occupants. This role requires a proactive approach to custodial duties and an understanding of effective cleaning techniques.

Old Sturbridge Village, the largest outdoor history museum in the Northeast, depicts a rural New England town of the 1830s. Step inside more than 40 original buildings, and explore homes, meetinghouses, a district school, country store, bank, working farm, three water-powered mills, and trade shops – all situated on more than 200 scenic acres. Talk with authentically costumed historians and see heritage breed farm animals. Discover the endless ways to immerse yourself in the Village. Old Sturbridge Village, a museum and learning resource of New England life, invites each visitor to find meaning, pleasure, relevance, and inspiration through the exploration of history.

Old Sturbridge Village is committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We are passionate about developing and maintaining an inclusive, equitable, and accessible working and learning environment for all visitors, staff, and OSV community members. We believe every member of our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to different ways of understanding and engaging the world around us.

Must be able to work 5 days a week, 5:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. with weekend and holiday availability, required.

Duties

• Perform routine cleaning tasks including sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors.
• Conduct floor care activities such as buffing and waxing to maintain the appearance of surfaces.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms, break rooms, and other common areas.
• Handle industrial cleaning tasks as required, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Maintain cleanliness in both commercial and residential settings.
• Assist with facilities maintenance tasks as needed, including minor repairs and upkeep.
• Report any maintenance issues or safety hazards to the appropriate personnel.
• Ensure all cleaning supplies are stocked and properly stored.
• Promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.
• Ability to plan and prioritize work, be self-motivated, and perform multiple tasks within a timely manner.

Experience

• Previous experience in custodial or facilities maintenance roles is preferred.
• Familiarity with commercial cleaning techniques and equipment is a plus.
• Skills in residential painting or porter services are advantageous.
• Knowledge of proper cleaning procedures for various surfaces and materials.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, demonstrating reliability and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups
• Position may require employees to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs occasionally

Join us in creating a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for all!

Old Sturbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Old Sturbridge Village to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or membership in the uniformed services.

Applicants who wish to apply should submit their resume and cover letter to Human Resources at jobs@osv.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Every weekend

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $16