Custodian/ Clean Team Member- ENTRY LEVEL

Indianapolis IN

Description

From keeping the amenities and grounds clean to assisting with event setups, our Clean Team Members are always on the move ensuring Indianapolis’ favorite destination is sanitized and safe for our guests and their families. The Indianapolis Zoo is on the prowl for individuals to join our Clean Team in our Guest Services Department. Behind the scenes, our part-time (29 hours or less per week) Clean Team Members work hard to set up our events, and keep our amenities, exhibits, and grounds clean. Ideal candidates are committed to advancing the Zoo’s mission to protect nature and inspire people to care for our world. Though this position is not responsible for animal care, our Guest Services team is vital to the Zoo’s operations. A cooperative and team-oriented personality is vital to this position along with the ability to work relatively independent with limited supervision. A background in janitorial / custodial / housekeeping is highly desired. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Supports the Zoo’s mission to protect nature and inspire people to care for our world. Assists with non-catered event setups and season event setups such as CATZ, Zoo Boo, and Zoobilation. Assists with snow and trash removal throughout Zoo grounds. Cleans and vacuums event spaces to ensure cleanliness standards are maintains. Has responsibility for daily stocking and cleanliness of restrooms, outdoor food service areas, general pathways, landscaping, benches, trashcans, and both carpeted and tiled areas. Ensures all Zoo sanitation, chemical handling and safety standards are adhered to. Maintains, the equipment at the Zoo, and maintains the buildings to the highest quality as requested. Keeps all equipment in good working order. Ensures that Zoo safety standards are followed. Benefits of Working in our Guest Services Department: Flexible scheduling (Student & Retiree Friendly) Complimentary Zoo passes Complimentary parking for downtown events and access to local College Discounts to other downtown culture venues. Working Requirements and Conditions: This is a part-time variable hour position, scheduled to work 29 hours or less per week. Must be have flexible availability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. Different shift work may be required. Must be at least 18 years of age. Frequent exposure to outdoor environmental conditions, which include inclement weather, cold and hot temperatures, and humidity. Ability to detect, assess, identify and observe surroundings to make sound judgments, along with the ability to communicate verbally, comprehend and decipher information accurately, using a two-way radio and telephone. Must follow Universal Protection Precautions and Blood borne Pathogens Guidelines. There is possible occupational exposure (Category B employee) to human blood borne pathogens. The option for Hepatitis B series is available. To apply: Interested candidates must complete an online Zoo application on the Zoo's website at:. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment testing including a criminal history and driving record check, and a drug test. The Indianapolis Zoo is proud to be a Smoke-Free/ Drug-Free/ Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)/ Child Safe Work Environment.