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Colonial Williamsburg

Cafe Worker

Williamsburg, VA · On-site

... Rockefeller Jr Library. Additionally, Colonial Williamsburg is home to five world class ... Performs other light maintenance and custodial tasks * Maintains excellent customer service and ...

Intrepid

Interior Designer

Mclean, VA · On-site

... custodial, environmental, safety, safety, access control, events, and food services. IAP is seeking ... library with trending commercial design industry product categories including furniture, fabrics ...

Intrepidgs

Interior Designer

Mclean, VA · On-site

... custodial, environmental, safety, safety, access control, events, and food services. IAP is seeking ... library with trending commercial design industry product categories including furniture, fabrics ...

Virginia Tech

Veterinary Anesthesiologist

Blacksburg, VA · On-site

$348K/yr

... library system, including a wide range of journals (articles can be downloaded without cost) and ... custodial placement of a child and is available up to 6 months from date of event. Can be used in ...

Amentum

Front Office Administrator

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$15 - $25/hr

Organize and maintain computerized and manual files, records, schedules, inventories, libraries ... Perform any range of departmental custodian activities, including responsibility for tracking ...

Amentum

Front Office Administrator

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$15 - $25/hr

Organize and maintain computerized and manual files, records, schedules, inventories, libraries ... Perform any range of departmental custodian activities, including responsibility for tracking ...

Virginia Tech

Veterinary Anesthesiologist

Blacksburg, VA · On-site

$350K/yr

... library system, including a wide range of journals (articles can be downloaded without cost) and ... Paid parental leave (320 hours) used for birth, adoption, foster or custodial placement of a child ...

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Veterinary Anesthesiologist

Blacksburg, VA · On-site

$348K/yr

... library system, including a wide range of journals (articles can be downloaded without cost) and ... custodial placement of a child and is available up to 6 months from date of event. Can be used in ...

Pae

Front Office Administrator

Norfolk, VA

$15 - $25/hr

Organize and maintain computerized and manual files, records, schedules, inventories, libraries ... Perform any range of departmental custodian activities, including responsibility for tracking ...

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Veterinary Radiologist

Blacksburg, VA · On-site

$100K/yr

... library system, including a wide range of journals (articles can be downloaded without cost) and ... custodial placement of a child and is available up to 6 months from date of event. Can be used in ...

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How much do library custodian jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for library custodian in Virginia is $15.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.61 and $17.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a library custodian?

A Library Custodian is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and upkeep of a library facility. Duties typically include cleaning floors, restrooms, and furniture, as well as managing trash disposal and minor maintenance tasks. They help create a clean and welcoming environment for patrons and staff. In some cases, they may also be responsible for setting up rooms for events and ensuring safety standards are met.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a library custodian?

A Library Custodian is primarily responsible for ensuring that all areas of the library, including reading rooms, offices, restrooms, and staff spaces, are clean, organized, and safe for both visitors and employees. Daily tasks often include sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, trash removal, restroom sanitation, and refilling supplies, as well as routine maintenance like replacing light bulbs or performing small repairs. Custodians also help set up rooms for events or meetings and may work closely with library staff to address urgent cleaning or maintenance needs. This role involves a mix of independent work and collaboration, with some flexibility in schedule depending on library hours and special events. Working as a library custodian offers a vital behind-the-scenes contribution to the efficient and pleasant operation of the facility.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the library custodian position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Library Custodian, you need proficiency in cleaning techniques, basic maintenance, and a general knowledge of facility safety standards, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with cleaning equipment, safe handling of chemicals, and sometimes basic building management systems is typically required. Reliability, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help custodians integrate smoothly into library teams and respond efficiently to staff and patron needs. These abilities are vital to uphold a clean, safe, and welcoming environment that supports the library’s mission and daily operations.

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Infographic showing various Library Custodian job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,772 per year, or $15.8 per hour.

Cafe Worker

Colonial Williamsburg

Williamsburg, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Colonial Williamsburg rating

5.3

Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

24th of 29 rated museums

Job description

Who We AreFounded in 1926, the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is a private, not-for-profit educational, historic, and cultural institution that owns and operates one of the largest and best-known museum complexes in the world.
Our mission is "that the future may learn from the past" through preserving and restoring 18th-century Williamsburg, Virginia's colonial capital. We engage, inform, and inspire people to learn about this historic capital, the events that occurred here, and the diverse people who helped shape a new nation.
Today, Colonial Williamsburg is the largest living history museum in the U.S. The Historic Area is the 301-acre restored colonial capital with 88 original buildings and 525 buildings reconstructed to how they appeared in the 18th century through extensive archaeological, architectural, and documentary research.
The Historic Area is staffed by highly trained, historically dressed interpreters and expert tradespeople who bring the 18th century to life. The Foundation also owns and operates two world-class museums, the DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum, and the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum, and a renowned research library, the John D Rockefeller Jr Library.
Additionally, Colonial Williamsburg is home to five world class accommodations at the Williamsburg Inn, Williamsburg Lodge Autograph Collection, the Griffin Hotel, the Williamsburg Woodlands Hotels and Suites and the unique Colonial Houses in the Historical Area.
About the Position:
The Café Worker is responsible for the maintenance and cleanliness of the Museum servery, short order production during meal period, cashiering and guest interaction. In addition, the individual may perform other serviceable duties as assigned. Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by location based on client requirements and business needs.
Main Duties
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Ensure guest satisfaction by maintaining the organization and cleanliness of the servery, kitchen and public dining room
  • Uses clear communication to accurately receive and detail guest orders
  • Maintains dishwashing station, three compartment sink and related areas cleaned
  • Ensures equipment is clean and in working condition; reports any issues to management
  • Follows standardized recipes, prep lists and checklists according to the unit standards
  • Applies learned knowledge to accurately use the POS system for ordering and cashiering
  • Performs other light maintenance and custodial tasks
  • Maintains excellent customer service and positive attitude towards guest, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
  • Adheres to CWF safety policies and procedures including proper food safety and sanitation
  • Ensures security of company assets
  • Other duties and tasks as assigned by manager

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Preferred Education and Experience:
  • High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Demonstrates an understanding of basic sanitation procedures
  • Must be able to follow basic safety procedures due to exposure to hazardous chemicals
  • Must be available to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays
  • Requires constant standing/walking
  • Requires frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling of up to 25 lbs.

Compensation Disclaimer: The compensation listed below for this position represents the anticipated hiring range and is provided in accordance with Virginia pay transparency requirements. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as the selected candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, education, certifications, internal equity, and the specific requirements of the role.
Range: $15.00 to $20.00
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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