(Temporary) Housekeepers/Custodians

Are you looking for a meaningful job where you can make a difference every day? Our vibrant and welcoming public garden seeks dedicated Housekeepers/Custodians to help keep our spaces clean, inviting and ready for visitors to enjoy. This is a temporary position by State of North Carolina policies and may work up to 40 hours each week for 11 months each year.

Pay is $16 - $18 per hour, depending on experience.

Working at least one shift on a weekend is required. Depending on your availability, regular shifts can be scheduled between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. during regular campus operations or extended to 10:30 p.m. during our Winter Lights show (mid-November through December 31 each year).

There are no state benefits with positions considered “temporary”; however, employees do receive an employee discount, health and wellness discounts and may be eligible for healthcare coverage under the Affordable Care Act based on hours worked.

These positions are responsible for performing a variety of duties associated with the care and cleaning of work areas as well as assisting in the preparation and setup of rooms for meeting, conferences, educational programs and special events.

Responsibilities include frequently sanitizing guest and staff areas, sweeping, mopping, waxing, buffing and refinishing floors; daily vacuuming and periodically shampooing of carpets; general spot cleaning as needed; cleaning of porches and terraces; ensuring restrooms and break rooms are in excellent condition including cleaning toilets, hard surfaces, replacement of paper products, cleaning metal/mirrored surfaces, loading dishwasher; cleanup of food preparation areas; clean windows, walls, woodwork, light fixtures and other hard surfaces; empty trash and recycling receptacles, operating laundry service machines and performing laundry handling duties; maintain the Arboretum’s visitor standards of excellence; keep walkways within 25’ of building clear of debris/ice to insure safety during bad weather conditions; and, clean up after special events, facility rentals, and meetings.

These positions may also be asked to interpret building set up requests, the installation and break down of chairs, tables, stages and other event requirements and assist staff who will be directly involved in supporting maintenance of the event. This will include table and chair configuration knowledge that will consider the client’s preference, safety standards and Arboretum protocol. This role will also assist in laundry needs for the events, labor or materials to ensure the Arboretum is able to maintain and fulfill housekeeping needs and in safe and proper use of materials.

The nature Housekeeping/Custodial work can be physically demanding. A majority of this position requires physical effort, some examples include moving heavy objects, walking up and down stairs, bending to clean things low to the ground, lifting heavy coffee pots, reaching to clean high places, climbing ladders, pushing a mop or vacuum. Some Arboretum facilities have large rooms and require high endurance to mop or buff the entire space. Most of this position's work is indoors except the verandah or outdoor events. When directed by supervisor, this position would be expected to complete duties outside or on property as needed.

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 12 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Asheville, NC 28806: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $18