Custodian Jobs

Description: The Custodian is responsible for the cleaning and maintaining of the zoo’s buildings, viewing windows, signs and removal of litter from our walkways. The Custodian is responsible for performing event set up and breakdowns. Work schedule may include early or late start times and working weekends and holidays as required to meet the zoo’s operating needs.

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Duties and Responsibilities:*

• Responsible for maintaining in a clean condition Janitorial and other storage areas.
• Responsible for cleaning and maintaining a clean condition all assigned areas. Work performed must meet established quantity and quality standards.
• Responsible for re-stocking of products for assigned areas.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for performing requested event set up and take downs. Work performed must be done in a timely fashion and meet requestor’s requirements.

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Skills:*

• Ability to perform non housekeeping tasks requiring unskilled or semi-skill levels.
• Ability to prepare inventory usage reports, daily time sheets etc.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision.
• Ability to interact professionally with both staff and visitors.

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Physical Requirements:*
Must be able to work outside year round in inclement weather conditions such as extreme high/low temperatures, snow and rain conditions. Must be able to work on his or her feet for extended periods of time and have the ability to bend, stoop, extend oneself etc., that is required to perform assigned tasks. Must be able to work off of ladders, scaffolding and lifts. Must be able lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds.
Other Requirements

• Previous custodial experience preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

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Nashville Zoo is an EEO Institution and a Drug Free Workplace_

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Employee discount
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Health insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability
• Day shift
• Night shift

Work Location: One location