Department: Building & Grounds
Title: Building & Grounds Associate
Employment Type: Temporary
Status: Non-Exempt
Grade Level: Hourly
Pay Range: $17.00 per hour
Reports To: Facilities Management/B & G Supervisor/ Team Leader
Schedule: Four to five days a week; weekends and holidays required
Hours: All staff will work a fixed schedule, with shifts available between 8:00 AM and 7:00 PM.
Position Summary:
The Building and Grounds Associate plays a key role in maintaining the New York Aquarium’s campus, working as part of a large, dedicated team focused on keeping the Aquarium clean and welcoming. Each team member is responsible for a variety of tasks, including trash removal, vacuuming, window washing, sweeping, and maintaining the cleanliness of our planters, landscaping, and facilities throughout the campus
Key Responsibilities:- Ensure the cleanliness of Aquarium exhibits, buildings, Aqua theater and grounds, including windows, garbage areas, and bathroom facilities.
- Litter removal from our planters, parking lots and landscaping
- Assist with seating guests during Aqua Theater shows and support operations during demonstrations.
- Reporting needed repairs, damaged equipment and vandalism affecting exhibits.
- Complete additional cleaning tasks and assist other team members as needed.
- Set up and break down for Aquarium events, ensuring everything is ready and in order.
- Provide exceptional guest service by maintaining a general knowledge of park attractions and amenities, answering inquiries, and ensuring a positive experience in line with WCS guest service standards.
Internal Qualification RequirementsQualifications
Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in various weather conditions
Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 35 pounds frequently
Previous experience working in facilities or cleaning preferred
Knowledge of cleaning equipment a plus
Dependable and reliable
Availability to work weekends and all holidays
Location
New York Aquarium (Brooklyn)
EOE/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled
