Custodian Jobs

The Art Institute of Chicago shares its singular collections with our city and the world. We collect, care for, and interpret works of art across time, cultures, geographies, and identities, centering the vision of artists and makers. We recognize that all art is made in a particular context, demanding continual, dynamic reconsideration in the present. We are a place of gathering; we foster the exchange of ideas and inspire an expansive, inclusive understanding of human creativity.

• Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Vacuum and maintain offices, lounges, and other departments as assigned.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Clean and keep entire restrooms at a high appearance level including, toilets, sinks, mirrors, windows, floors, trash containers, walls, and replenishing restroom supplies, and other areas as identified.
• Clean and maintain the museum at a high appearance level, including galleries, lobbies, and other areas as identified.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Comply with museum green cleaning standards and procedures.
• Comply with OSHA requirements.
• Complete all routine, ongoing duties and assigned tasks in a professional and timely manner.
• Perform special projects for exhibitions, school groups, and special events including floor care and set ups.
• Remove snow from museum entrances, emergency sidewalks, and exits.

• Must be able to communicate effectively and appropriately, as well as exhibit patience and understanding when engaging with internal and external customers.
• Must be able to work in a diverse and inclusive atmosphere.
• Successful completion of safety training virtually or in person, including, but not limited to: Asbestos Awareness, Hazard Communications, Fire Safety/Extinguisher Use, Personal Protective Equipment, Ladder and Aerial Lift, Back Injury Prevention and Hearing Conservation.
• Follow detailed instructions and communicate verbally and in writing according to department standards.

• Using/wearing Personal Protective Equipment as required including, but not limited to, respirators, protective footwear and eyewear.
• Climbing stairs, and ladders.
• Stretching and reaching overhead and below the waist.
• Long periods walking, squatting, and kneeling.
• General duties include; standing, walking, bending and reaching when performing various assignments as well as operating all related equipment.
• Regular lifting of up to 25 pounds when restocking supplies and 55 pounds when moving furniture, heavy equipment and boxes.

We offer a competitive, comprehensive benefits package:

• Complimentary general admission to participating cultural institutions
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays (up to 14 days)
• Competitive retirement plan (up to 9% matching contribution)
• Great employee discounts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition remission and Tuition Exchange Program
• Generous parental, caregiver, and medical leave benefits

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The Art Institute of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits, hires and promotes qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, veteran status or citizenship. The Institute complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Department of Human Resources at [email protected].

This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by AFSCME Council 31