Custodian-Position Description
3001 Woodland Avenue Duluth, MN 55803 office: 218-724-6735 fax: 218-724-4891 www.hartleynature.org Custodian-Position Description Position: Custodian Status: Part-time (16-20 hours per week) Compensation: Salary range $9-$11/hour based on experience Reports to: Director of Operations Organization Summary: Hartley Nature Center (HNC) is a non-profit environmental learning center located within the 600+ acre Hartley Park in Duluth, Minnesota. HNC's mission is to inspire lifelong connections with nature through education, play, and exploration. Governed by a board of directors, HNC has a talented staff of eleven full and part-time educators and administrative support staff, and many community volunteers. HNC provides programs for over 20,000 children and adults each year: from schools, youth groups and the general public. HNC operates from a nature center in Hartley Park, a city-owned park with diverse forest, wetland and stream habitats, over five miles of hiking and ski trails, and beautiful ridges overlooking Lake Superior. The 7,500 square foot nature center is designed as a model of energyefficient, environmental building practices and provides classrooms, exhibit areas, offices and storage areas to support and enhance HNC programs. Position Summary: With direction from the Director of Operations, the Custodian will perform custodial maintenance duties on a weekly basis. Responsibilities: Communicate between HNC office, preschool and program staff Clean and restock restrooms, maintain supply stock and place supply orders with Office Manager Clean and set up classrooms, yurt and exhibit area to support programming Coordinate garbage and recycling services Routine maintenance of custodial equipment, space and supplies Assist with snow removal and outdoor walkway cleaning as needed Shampoo carpets as needed Assist HNC with special event preparations/cleanup and other duties as assigned Required Abilities/Qualifications: Ability to understand written and verbal instructions. Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade. Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects. Ability to operate vacuums and other related equipment. Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies. Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures. Previous work experience in a similar position is a plus. Application Procedure: For your application submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for three references. Submit your application before May 20 to: No phone inquiries, please. Brett Amundson Director of Operations Hartley Nature Center 3001 Woodland Avenue Duluth, MN 55803
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