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Cayton Children's Museum

MUSEUM PORTER (Custodial & Facilities Support)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.00 - $20.00
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

competitive hourly wage
Paid Time Off
Equal opportunity employer
Supportive team environment
Compliance with labor laws

Job Description

The Cayton Children's Museum is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the diverse communities of the greater Los Angeles area through innovative exhibits and engaging, playful learning opportunities. With a mission centered around activating the power of play, the museum enriches the lives of children and their families while fostering stronger, more connected communities. The museum emphasizes collaborative, experiential learning and creative expression for children of all backgrounds and abilities. It seeks to nurture these children into engaged global citizens through its museum space and extensive community programs.

The Cayton Children's Museum is currently seeking a part-time Museum P... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • prior custodial janitorial or porter experience required
  • ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced child-focused environment
  • strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high cleanliness standards
  • comfortable with physical tasks including lifting bending and standing for extended periods
  • availability for evening weekend and holiday shifts as needed
  • ability to lift at least 25 pounds
  • capability to stand for extended periods with accommodation if necessary
  • effective communication skills via telephone video conference email and in-person
  • willingness to adhere to California Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards

Job Qualifications

  • Prior custodial janitorial or porter experience required
  • ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced child-focused environment
  • strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high cleanliness standards
  • comfortable with physical tasks including lifting bending and standing for extended periods
  • availability for evening weekend and holiday shifts as needed

Job Duties

  • Perform regular cleaning of all museum areas including restrooms floors surfaces exhibits play spaces offices and common areas
  • remove trash and recycling from all bins replacing liners as needed
  • clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces such as handrails tables chairs exhibit components and doors
  • spot-clean spills stains and debris throughout the museum to maintain a presentable space
  • maintain restroom cleanliness restocking consumables such as soap toilet paper and paper towels and addressing sanitation concerns immediately
  • dust and wipe down horizontal and vertical surfaces including signage counters and display cases
  • monitor and maintain trash levels in high-traffic areas emptying as necessary
  • support museum staff with exhibit sanitation and upkeep
  • perform high-dusting on installations ledges and hard-to-reach areas
  • deep clean and disinfect exhibit materials furniture and educational tools
  • perform detailed restroom cleaning including scrubbing floors and wiping down dividers
  • clean glass surfaces including windows doors and display cases
  • assist with setup and breakdowns for museum events programs and special requests
  • maintain and organize janitorial supplies reporting inventory needs
  • machine-scrub restroom floors and buff hard flooring
  • lift and clean underneath removable flooring where applicable
  • provide light facilities support such as minor repairs or special cleaning projects
  • respond promptly to urgent cleaning needs or maintenance requests from museum staff

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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