Department: Building & Grounds
Title: Building & Grounds Associate
Employment Type: Temporary
Status: Non-Exempt
Grade Level: Hourly
Pay Range: $17/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
Equal Employment Opportunity Disclaimer:
WCS is an equal opportunity employer, and the organization complies with all employment and labor laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in hiring and ensures that candidates from all backgrounds are fairly and consistently considered during the recruitment process. We are dedicated to hiring and engaging in a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment and looking for future team members who share that same value. The organization provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. The organization does not discriminate for employment based on gender, race/ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, caste, genetic information or any other covered status or characteristic protected by laws and regulations/and similar categories.
It is everyone’s responsibility to ensure that we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based upon a person’s membership in one of these protected categories in areas such as recruitment, selection, job assignment, supervision, training, promotions, promotions, job grading, transfers, termination, compensation, benefits, educational opportunities, WCS sponsored recreational activities and facilities. The organization complies with the spirit and intent of relevant local laws and WCS’s employment policies. Note that the salary offer will reflect the selected candidate’s individual experiences, skills and qualifications, internal equity, work location and country of work.
Location: New York Aquarium (Brooklyn)
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