About Us

At The Huntington, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to support and promote the appreciation of the humanities, the arts, and botanical science. The Huntington is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, disability, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law.

The Huntington

Founded in 1919, The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens is a collections-based research and educational institution open to the public, housing world-class library, art, and botanical collections. Its mission is to support research and promote education in the arts, humanities, and botanical science and to display and interpret its extraordinary resources for diverse audiences.

The Culture

Here we are committed to the highest of standards in all that we do – from preserving and protecting the collections, to exhibitions, educational and scholarly programming, visitor and reader services, and beyond. Achieving excellence across these pursuits requires a diversity of perspectives, expertise, experience, and methodologies. We are better together. We believe an explicit commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion directly impacts and improves staff and audience engagement and experience.

Job Description

About the Role

Working under direct supervision, provides custodial and general facilities support.

There are two shifts available: one regular, full-time role and one temporary, full-time role.

Essential Duties

Performs both routine and special cleaning in all areas of the Huntington: dusts; cleans restrooms; vacuums and shampoos carpets; strips, mops, waxes and buffs floors; spot cleans walls, carpets, floors, and furniture; empties and cleans trash cans; washes interior and exterior windows, window sills, door jams, etc.; cleans kitchens; picks up debris and washes down exterior areas; cleans all other areas as directed.
May assist with special event setups indoors and outdoors of tables, chairs, and other equipment as needed.
May assist in moving boxes, furniture, etc.
May operate electric cart.

Other Duties

May perform light maintenance duties like changing light bulbs, unplugging toilets and drains, etc.
May perform other duties as assigned.

Candidate Requirements and Experience

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry heavy objects; walk and stand for long periods of time; climb ladders and stairs; bend and reach.
Must be able to see clearly close detail work to ensure thorough cleaning.
Must be able to use floor cleaning equipment used in waxing, buffing and stripping.
Must be able to work extremely carefully around valuable collections.
Must be able to work cooperatively with others and function as part of the custodial team.
Must be flexible in assuming work assignments and knowledgeable about each cleaning procedure.
Must be courteous and diplomatic in dealing with other staff members and the public.
Knowledge of use of cleaning agents and equipment.
Must be able to work flexible hours.

Experience

Some custodial experience.
High school diploma or GED.
Valid California Drivers' License a plus.

Working Conditions

Works in all physical plant, gallery, and office areas. Works with tools and electrical and mechanical equipment which requires the exercise of good judgment and caution.

Compensation & Benefits

We provide competitive compensation, generous benefits and perks for all eligible (regular) employees including:

Pay Rate: $18.50/hr.
Medical, Dental, Vision
403(b) retirement plan and matching retirement plan with an outstanding employer match
Hybrid remote work schedule available for applicable positions
Considerable paid time off, including annual leave, sick leave, and holidays
Discounts for staff in The Huntington Store and restaurants
Free admission to various museums and cultural institutions
Free passes each month to welcome family and friends to visit the grounds

The Application Process

Please submit a cover letter and CV/resume as a single PDF attachment.

You will have the opportunity to submit additional documents on the “My Experience” section of the application.

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