CUSTODIAL STAFF
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Longwood Gardens
Kennett Square, PA, US
Summary
The custodial staff is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and operational efficiency of the facility through routine cleaning, sanitization, and waste management. They also support other departments by assisting with event set-ups, breakdowns, and specialized cleaning tasks.
Job Description
As one of the great gardens of the world located just 30 miles outside of Philadelphia, Longwood Gardens is rooted in a steadfast mission of bringing joy and inspiration to everyone through the beauty of nature, conservation, and learning. Across our many departments, each and every staff member creates the magic that makes our Gardens distinctive. Our team of dynamic professionals is what sets us apart, and our spirit of legacy, innovation, and opportunity is what guides us. While beauty is our heart, our people are our soul.
Longwood Gardens is seeking a part-time Operational Services Associate (Custodial Staff) to play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and overall operational efficiency of our world-class facility. Responsibilities include:
- Performing routine cleaning tasks, sanitization, waste & recycling management
- Monitoring & replenishing cleaning supplies and equipment
- Collaborating with and supporting other departments as assigned such as work order fulfillment
- Assisting with meeting, event, and educational class set-ups & breakdowns
- Assisting with specialized cleaning tasks, such as carpet shampooing, window washing, and floor polishing
The schedule is commonly Monday-Friday 5:00pm-10:00pm and requires working a minimum of 16 hours per week.
The ideal candidate will possess:
- 2+ years of custodial experience preferred but not required
- A valid driver’s license is required
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high cleanliness standards
- Ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds, stand, and walk for long periods of time
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Ability to operate cleaning equipment and machinery safely
Longwood Gardens is committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive environment that celebrates the complexities and differences of all living things. We welcome and respect diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives. Diversity creates a more beautiful world, sparks innovation, and unites us.
In 1906, industrialist Pierre du Pont (1870-1954) purchased a small farm near Kennett Square, PA, to save a collection of historic trees from being sold for lumber. Throughout his life, Mr. du Pont indulged his passion for gardening, turning his farm into a magnificent horticultural showplace. Today, Longwood Gardens is one of the great gardens of the world, encompassing 1,077 acres of gardens, woodlands, meadows, fountains, a 10,010-pipe Aeolian organ and a 4-acre grand Conservatory. Longwood continues the mission set forth by Mr. du Pont to bring joy and inspiration to everyone through the beauty of nature, conservation, and learning. Longwood Gardens offers a breadth of mission programming that includes exhibitions, musical performances by top artists, renowned horticulture education programs, horticulture research, environmental stewardship and cultural and community engagement.
Founded
1906
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Zoos and Botanical Gardens
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Kennett Square, PA
In 1906, industrialist Pierre du Pont (1870-1954) purchased a small farm near Kennett Square, PA, to save a collection of historic trees from being sold for lumber. Throughout his life, Mr. du Pont indulged his passion for gardening, turning his farm into a magnificent horticultural showplace. Today, Longwood Gardens is one of the great gardens of the world, encompassing 1,077 acres of gardens, woodlands, meadows, fountains, a 10,010-pipe Aeolian organ and a 4-acre grand Conservatory. Longwood continues the mission set forth by Mr. du Pont to bring joy and inspiration to everyone through the beauty of nature, conservation, and learning. Longwood Gardens offers a breadth of mission programming that includes exhibitions, musical performances by top artists, renowned horticulture education programs, horticulture research, environmental stewardship and cultural and community engagement.
Founded
1906
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Zoos and Botanical Gardens
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Kennett Square, PA