Seasonal Housekeeping Associate

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 driver’s license and be insurable by the conservatory.

Revisions, additions or deletions to this job description may be made at any point.