Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $12.50 - $16.25
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Professional development opportunities
Employee Discounts
Retirement plan options
Team-oriented work environment
flexible scheduling
Job Description
Churchill Downs Racetrack ("CDRT"), renowned as the world’s most legendary racetrack, has been the iconic home of The Kentucky Derby since 1875, making it the longest continually held annual sporting event in the United States. Situated in Louisville, Kentucky, Churchill Downs is not only a centerpiece for Thoroughbred horse racing but also a historic symbol of American horse racing culture and tradition. The venue spans 175 acres, featuring a one-mile dirt track, a 7/8-mile turf track, and a stabling area with barns capable of housing 1,400 horses. Furthermore, it offers seating for approximately 60,000 guests and includes a 114-room dormitory... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Relevant work experience preferred
- Knowledge and understanding of Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks such as balancing, climbing, bending, crawling, crouching, stooping, hearing, kneeling, reaching overhead, sitting, standing, talking, turning, twisting, walking, and repetitive use of hands 51-100% of the time
- Ability to push, pull, carry, lift, slide, and transfer 1-25 lbs. 51-100% of the time
- Ability to push, pull, carry, lift, slide, and transfer 25-50+ lbs. 25-50% of the time
- Ability to solve problems, organize, plan, make decisions, interpret data and read 51-100% of the time
- Ability to write 1-24% of the time
- Willingness to work indoors and outdoors with exposure to loud noises and fumes
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance including odd and unusual hours, weekends and holidays
- Must report equipment repair needs to supervisor
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Relevant work experience preferred
- Knowledge and understanding of Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
- Ability to use wand extractor, buffer, chariot extractor, chariot vacuum, burnisher, vacuum back pack, and high lift/scissor lift (manual and electric)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Ability to maintain professional relationships with guests and coworkers
- Flexibility to work odd hours, weekends and holidays
Job Duties
- Perform heavy duty custodial duties such as high dusting, vacuuming, scrubbing, mopping, disposing of trash, power washing restrooms, stripping, waxing and buff floors, cleaning windows, mirrors, walls, doors, carpets, upholstery and other furnishings
- Comply with custodial department standard operating procedures
- Responsible for preventative maintenance of custodial equipment and cleaning of equipment
- Be a team player by working toward team goals, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment, assisting coworkers, treating coworkers with kindness, courtesy and respect, avoiding negativity, maintaining openness to coaching, learning and improving, and embracing challenges with team-spirit
- Build relationships and loyalty with guests through sincere and meaningful interactions such as learning guests' names and preferences, connecting individually and professionally, smiling, making eye contact and verbally greeting guests
- Develop thorough knowledge of services, room locations, amenities, surroundings, providing accurate directions and information for guest inquiries about promotions and special events
- Maintain courteous, positive and professional working relationships with Ellis Park personnel and the general public including coworkers, clients and vendors
- Work under pressure and maintain regular and punctual attendance including working odd and unusual hours, weekends and holidays
- Maintain all heavy floor equipment and supplies applicable to floor cleaning requirements
- Report equipment repair requirements to the custodial supervisor
- Perform additional duties and responsibilities as necessary or assigned, including duties that may not be exclusively floor or carpet maintenance in nature
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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