Salary:
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
TITLE: Housekeeping Associate
DEPARTMENT: Facilities
REPORTS TO: Housekeeping Supervisor
DURATION: August 2026 - January 2027
GENERAL SUMMARY:Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is looking to add a dedicated and experienced Seasonal Housekeeping Associate to join our team. We are looking for someone with a positive, service-oriented mindset. The ideal candidate brings a willingness to learn, as well as an understanding of the importance of following procedural protocols. Prior cleaning and/or housekeeping experience is desired, especially in a customer- or guest-facing position. Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create a working environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming as we honor employee experiences, perspectives, and unique identities.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform routine custodial and janitorial tasks to maintain cleanliness and safety.
- Ensure a clean and tidy environment for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Sweep and mop floors, vacuum mats, and carpeted areas.
- Dust surfaces and light fixtures.
- Clean glass and metal surfaces to remove fingerprints and smudges.
- Conduct bathroom checks and replenish soap dispensers, toilet paper, seat covers, and paper towels.
- Wipe down countertops and other surfaces.
- Dispose of trashcan and waste bin contents.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Ability to communicate well with all levels of people in a friendly manner.
- Able to work alone as well as in a team environment.
- Able to use manual tools in all kinds of weather and conditions.
- Knowledge in the upkeep of facility, offices and grounds.
- Knowledge of material, equipment and tools used in cleaning and maintenance of buildings and garden areas.
PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND SENSORY DIMENSIONS:
- Physical mobility: sitting, standing, walking, lifting/carrying objects up to 40 pounds; manual dexterity to operate keyboard.
- Mental effort: reading, writing, analyzing, and visualizing.
- Sensory requirement: Ability to communicate and respond to staff and guests in a friendly and fair manner.
- Strong work ethic in all areas of job performance
- Ability to communicate and respond both in person and over the phone to the general public, staff and volunteers.
- Able to work under deadlines and stress.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Requires evening and weekend work, both indoor and outdoor locations.
- Forty hour workweek with overtime maybe required.
- Will at times be working alone in the facility.
- Will have occasion to work in or pass through any area of the conservatory or growing houses.
MINIMUM POSITION GUIDELINES:(Education, Experience and Certification)
- Minimum of a high school degree.
- 1-2 years work experience in a related field.
- Preferred to hold a current Pennsylvania drivers license and be insurable by the conservatory.
Revisions, additions or deletions to this job description may be made at any point.