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New Orleans, LA Job Details Full-time $15 an hour 18 hours ago Qualifications Computer operation Outdoor work experience High school diploma or GED Computer skills Full Job Description
WHY NOMA
At the New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA), we are dedicated to inspiring communities through art, culture, and meaningful experiences. Located in the heart of New Orleans City Park, NOMA offers a unique and dynamic workplace where every team member contributes to creating a safe, welcoming, and memorable environment for our visitors. Joining NOMA means becoming part of a collaborative team committed to excellence, service, and the care of one of the region's premier cultural institutions. As a Facilities Attendant, you will play an essential role in maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and appearance of the Museum and Sculpture Garden, helping ensure that visitors, staff, and guests experience NOMA at its best every day.
JOB SUMMARY
The Facilities Attendant is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, appearance, and general upkeep of the New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA), including public areas, restrooms, floors, windows, exterior areas, and the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden. This position performs routine custodial and general maintenance duties and supports the setup and breakdown of special events and programs. The Facilities Attendant plays an important role in maintaining a clean, safe, welcoming, and professional environment for NOMA visitors, staff, volunteers, and guests while helping protect the Museum's facilities and art collection.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Clean and maintain Museum restrooms, public areas, floors, glass, and other assigned spaces on a daily basis, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, disinfecting, and other routine cleaning duties. Maintain all restroom facilities by cleaning and disinfecting fixtures and surfaces, keeping counters and floors clean and dry, cleaning mirrors, removing trash, and ensuring supplies are properly stocked and organized. Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the Sculpture Garden facilities and assigned exterior areas, including restrooms, walkways, and trash receptacles. Operate floor-care machines and other custodial equipment safely and properly in accordance with established procedures. Properly use and store cleaning products, chemicals, equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with established safety procedures and manufacturer instructions. Monitor Museum and assigned exterior areas throughout the workday and promptly address or report spills, trash, debris, maintenance concerns, and other conditions that may affect visitor or employee safety, cleanliness, or appearance. Coordinate with the Facilities Manager regarding daily assignments, projects, maintenance needs, work priorities, and cleaning supplies, materials, equipment, or repairs needed to properly maintain Museum facilities. Perform general maintenance duties and assist with other facility-related projects as assigned and within the scope of the position. Assist with the setup and breakdown of furniture, equipment, and other materials for Museum events, programs, meetings, and special functions. During Museum events and functions, maintain the cleanliness and appearance of Museum facilities, restrooms, and assigned exterior areas, including trash and debris removal and prompt cleanup of spills. Work effectively and safely in crowded, noisy, and fast-paced environments; manage multiple responsibilities; and adjust work priorities to accommodate scheduled activities and unexpected facility or operational needs. Maintain NOMA's standards of cleanliness, safety, service, professionalism, and visitor experience; exercise sound judgment in the best interests of NOMA, its visitors, staff, facilities, and art collection; and exercise appropriate care when working in galleries and other areas containing artwork or sensitive Museum property. Follow NOMA policies, procedures, safety requirements, and confidentiality guidelines. Work nights, weekends, holidays, and special events as required by the Museum's operating and programming schedule and perform other duties as assigned.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist with special projects and facility-related assignments as requested by the Facilities Manager or Museum leadership. Support other members of the Facilities team as operational needs require.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school graduates or G.E.D. equivalent Previous housekeeping, custodial, janitorial, or facilities experience preferred; two years of related experience is desirable. General maintenance experience a plus. Basic computer skills. Ability to work independently, take initiative, and complete assigned responsibilities with appropriate follow-through. Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to work collaboratively with Museum staff and other departments.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Good listening and communication skills. Good follow-through on daily assignments and projects. Good problem-solving skills. Good decision-making abilities. Good organizational and time management skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to remain standing and/or walking for extended periods. Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive movements associated with cleaning and facility maintenance. Ability to push and pull cleaning carts, equipment, trash receptacles, and other materials. Ability to safely lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Ability to operate standard custodial and floor-care equipment. Ability to perform work indoors and outdoors. Ability to work in various weather conditions when performing exterior or Sculpture Garden duties.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in Museum galleries, public spaces, offices, restrooms, event spaces, back-of-house areas, and outdoor environments. May be subjected to fast-paced decision making, crisis situations Evening, weekends, holidays, and special-event work may be required based on Museum operations. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The New Orleans Museum of Art is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
