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*Position Summary * The Facilities Technicians are responsible for ensuring that all areas of the facility are neat and clean, including outdoor spaces, restrooms, and offices, and for creating a positive and engaging experience for every visitor. 

Key Responsibilities

Custodial Functions: 

•    Ensure floors are clear of debris and/or trash •    Clean bathrooms including, toilets, sinks, floors and removal of trash regularly, multiple times per shift •    Clean offices including wiping down counters, tables and desks, mopping/vacuuming floors and dusting •    Clean exhibits, signage and other equipment throughout the facility •    Empty trash cans throughout the facility multiple times per shift •    Routinely remove garbage and recycling to outside receptacles •    Breaking down cardboard boxes and removing to recycling receptacles •    Clean up any unforeseen debris or mess as is possible

Facilities Functions:

Assist the Facilities Maintenance Manager, Tech Events Manager and Halloween Nights Tech Manager (as applicable) as needed with facility maintenance tasks, including:

• floor sweeping and scrubbing
• landscape maintenance
• snow removal
• changing lightbulbs,
• adjusting timers
• Work cohesively with Security and other departments in keeping guests safe from any potential safety hazards.
• Other duties as assigned to foster an efficient flow of business

Required Skills/Abilities

•    Ability to work independently or collaboratively with others •    Excellent attendance •    Willingness to learn and take initiative to handle problems as they arise •    Excellent customer service orientation. Able to provide exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment •    Committed to team process and fostering a collaborative work environment •    Willing to work outdoors in all types of weather. •    Speak a language other than English is a plus

Education and Experience

•    HS Degree or equivalent, some experience working in a custodial or janitorial capacity preferred. •    Have experience working with the public •    Have knowledge and experience maintaining safe working conditions.

*Physical requirements (lifting, etc.)  *

Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site is a stable ruin and working conditions can vary greatly from area to area; surfaces are uneven, temperatures can range widely and spaces can be tight.  

•    Ability to climb •    Stoop •    Crawl and maneuver in tight spaces a must •    Ability is required to lift and/or carry objects that weigh up to 50+ pounds for event set up without the aid of lifts or other special equipment conditions. •    significant walking

Hourly rate $17.00 

Benefits- Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site offers a comprehensive benefit package including 401K, medical and dental benefits, life and disability insurance and a family friendly work environment.  

This position is part of the collective bargaining unit. 

*About ESPHS: * Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site is a museum interpreting the legacy of American criminal justice reform from the site of the world's first penitentiary. The facility pioneered the large-scale use of solitary confinement in the early 19th century and housed approximately 85,000 people during its 142 years of operation. The building itself was an architectural wonder: it had running water and central heat before the White House, and its revolutionary wagon-wheel design has been copied by more than 300 prisons around the globe. Although the prison now stands in ruin, its story remains relevant today. 

Today, Eastern State Penitentiary attracts hundreds of thousands of guests from around the world each year to explore the site's fascinating past and contemplate some of the most critical issues facing our nation. Its innovative public history program draws connections to contemporary justice reform through an approach that values mu tiple perspectives, amplifies marginalized voices, and respects a broad range of visitors' interests and learning styles. 

Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Corporation that operates the penitentiary, a National Historic Landmark, as an historic site and museum. 

Commitment to Diversity:  We strongly believe in the power of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We recognize that a diverse workforce brings together unique perspectives, experiences, and talents, leading to increased creativity, innovation, and better decision-making. As such, we actively seek out and value job applicants from all backgrounds, races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientation, ages, or disability. Our commitment to DEI extends throughout our hiring process, ensuring equal opportunities and fair treatment for all candidates. We firmly believe that by fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, we can create a stronger, more vibrant, and more successful organization. 

*Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: * Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, arrest record or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment. 

ESPHS strongly believes in second chances and, as such, is committed to providing appropriate employment opportunities to those who have been incarcerated. As a condition of employment, all individuals who accept an employment offer must complete a criminal background check. Eastern State will review any criminal record and make appropriate employment decisions in accordance with applicable law and its policies.