Janitor

Position Description:

Position Summary

The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) is a prestigious research and development organization that plays a vital role in the study of the universe. Associated Universities, Inc. (AUI) is a nonprofit organization that manages and operates the NRAO under a cooperative agreement with the National Science Foundation. The Observatory is a hub for technological and scientific collaboration, operating state-of-the-art radio telescope facilities for use by the international scientific community. The Observatory has been instrumental in the study of black holes, galaxies, and the early universe.

The NRAO has an opportunity for a Janitor in our Engineering Services Division at the Very Large Array (VLA). Under minimum supervision, keeps all Observatory buildings clean and orderly. Janitors may provide general security oversight both to buildings and grounds.

The position is based at the Very Large Array, 50 miles west of Socorro, NM. Socorro is a small, historical town in the Rio Grande Valley, 75 miles south of Albuquerque. In addition to competitive pay, we provide excellent paid time off benefits (vacation and sick leave).

What You Will be Doing:

Cleaning offices, hallways, rest rooms, elevators, stairways, shops and other work areas, including sweeping, scrubbing, waxing, and polishing floors; washes windows, door panels, and sills; empties wastebaskets, and transports trash and waste to disposal area; replenishing restroom supplies; may clean rugs, carpets, furniture, and draperies as required; may be required to record data such as property damage, unusual occurrences, and malfunctioning of machinery or equipment to supervisory staff. Performing grounds keeping duties such as litter control, sweeping sidewalks, and trash collection. May be required to secure gates, sound alarms or call police or fire department by telephone in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons. Permitting authorized persons to enter property. Communicating warnings safely. May also ensure security of all buildings and grounds by patrolling the site for safety and security. Reporting any unusual or suspicious activities on the site to supervisory staff and examining doors and windows to determine that they are secure. May watch for and report irregularities such as fire hazards, leaking water pipes, and security doors left unlocked. Works as part of Maintenance or Engineering & Services team and assists any or all other areas, as needed; other duties may be assigned.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works both inside and outside and occasionally works at heights above 5 feet. The employee must be able to carry equipment and tools, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and operate a variety of tools and equipment; must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; must be able to operate a vehicle to travel to on-site work areas; and must be able to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities include the ability to read labels and determine the identity and use of a variety of chemicals cleaners and solvents. The employee has some exposure to fumes from cleaners.

Who You Are:

Education

• Minimum of High school diploma or GED

Experience

• One Month of related experience and/or Training

Skills and Competencies

Experience should demonstrate effective decision-making ability. Must be able to effectively communicate orally and/or using sketches or drawings. PC experience includes e-mail, word processing and data entry.

spreadsheet software. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public; ability to understand and follow oral and written instruction; ability to organize and perform work independently in the absence of specific instructions.

Additional Requirement

Must have a valid driver’s license by the start date of employment and is to be maintained.

Observatory employees must be authorized to work in the United States. The Observatory presently cannot sponsor H-1B Visas for this position.

Safety Sensitive

The selected candidate must successfully pass a post-offer, pre-employment/pre-placement drug screen. Failure to pass the Screen will disqualify the candidate from employment consideration for a period of six months from the date of the results.

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Compensation

Minimum starting compensation is $15.00 per hour. Factors which may affect starting pay may include; education, experience, skills, competencies, other qualifications of the successful candidate, as well as internal equity and labor market conditions.

Benefits:

Associated Universities, Inc (AUI) offers a comprehensive benefits package addressing the needs of employees and their families with most benefits beginning on the first day of employment, subject to eligibility requirements. AUI provides:

• Excellent paid time off (13 holidays, annual accrual of up to 24 vacation days)
• Medical, dental and vision plans are effective on the first day of employment.
• AUI’s retirement benefit contributes an amount equal to 10 percent of a qualified participant’s base pay with no required employee contribution.
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Application Instructions:

Select the “Apply” button above. Please be prepared to upload your current CV/Resume and a cover letter describing interest and suitability for the position.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

AUI is an equal opportunity employer. To view our complete statement, please visit If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, you may submit your request by sending an email to View email address on click.appcast.io. PM20

Compensation details: 15-15 Hourly Wage

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