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Custodian (Full-Time)

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Thomas Jefferson Foundation, Inc.

Charlottesville, VA (In Person)

$34,320 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 6 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/1/2026

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About the Thomas Jefferson Foundation The Thomas Jefferson Foundation has a twofold mission of preservation and education, and was incorporated in 1923 to preserve Monticello, the home of Thomas Jefferson, in Charlottesville, Virginia. Today, the Foundation seeks to bring history forward into national and global dialogues by engaging audiences with Jefferson's world and ideas, and sharing the history of everyone, enslaved and free, who lived and labored at Monticello. Monticello is recognized as a National Historic Landmark, a United Nations World Heritage Site, and a Site of Conscience. Custodian (Full-Time, Day Shift) The Thomas Jefferson Foundation is seeking enthusiastic applicants who are passionate about providing our guests with a positive experience. •$16.50 per hour with a $1,000 sign-on bonus! • We are looking to fill the following shift: Tuesday - Saturday (5 days) 07:00am to 3:30pm, each day Custodians will perform consistent cleaning and sanitizing services at an assigned location and will occasionally perform duties in other locations throughout the property to support special projects and events. Custodians must be prepared to spend a significant amount of time outdoors, in all weather conditions, and walk uphill and on uneven terrain as we are located on a mountain. Custodians are considered frontline staff at Monticello and will interact with our guests throughout the day, so exemplary customer service skills are essential. This is an independent role, so successful applicants will be able to take initiative and have excellent time management skills. No experience required. Satisfactory work record and driver's license required. Skills & Abilities Possess a courteous, friendly, and professional demeanor. Good communication skills. Follow instruction and work independently. Ability to operate vacuum cleaners and other standard cleaning equipment. Must be able to lift or maneuver up to 25 lbs. We provide the following benefits for our full-time employees: Excellent benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement savings plan plus 6% match, life insurance, and more!). Fitness club membership discount. Discount in the Monticello Café, gift shop, and Monticello online catalog. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free for employee and dependents. $500 employee referral bonus. Monticello is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply! This position is open until filled.