Laborer

Maintenance Laborer

Performs routine heavy custodial and labor related tasks. Secures facility as directed. Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create a working environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming as we honor employee experiences, perspectives, and unique identities.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities:

• Perform custodial duties; cleaning throughout the conservatory; work in public and non-public areas of the facility.
• Secure facility.
• Perform general maintenance tasks and complete work orders as assigned.
• Maintain assigned tools/equipment and report problems to the Foreman promptly.
• Organize and execute set up and tear down of all classes scheduled during your shift.
• Assist with installation of all shows.
• Clean and assure proper maintenance of all restroom facilities.
• Assist with show installation and all special events as needed.
• Work on outside cleanup.
• Follow recycling program.
• Safely operate conservatory vehicle to make deliveries, pick up supplies, etc.
• Assist Facility Manager and Forman in other areas as needed.
• Assist Horticulture Department as needed.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

• Ability to communicate well with all levels of people in a friendly manner.
• Able to work alone as well as in a team environment.
• Able to use manual tools in all kinds of weather and conditions.
• Knowledge in the upkeep of facility, offices and grounds.
• Knowledge of material, equipment and tools used in cleaning, maintenance and repair of buildings and garden areas.

Working Conditions:

• Ability to provide own transportation to perform principal responsibilities.
• Requires evening and weekend work both indoor and outdoor locations.
• Forty –hour workweek with overtime as required.
• Will at times be working alone in the facility.
• Will have occasion to work in or pass through any area of the conservatory or growing houses.

Minimum Position Guidelines: (Education, Experience And Certification)

• Minimum of a high school degree.
• Three years work experience in a general laborer field.
• Must hold a current Pennsylvania driver's license and be insurable by the conservatory.