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Custodial AssistantCustodian—Operations
Job Location:
Job Location:
Brooklyn, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
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Posted:
7 August 2026 (2 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
4 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Custodial Assistant/Custodian - Operations
Museum overview
The Brooklyn Museum is a world-renowned cultural institution dedicated to preserving and showcasing art history and heritage. Our mission is to bring people together through art and experiences that inspire celebration compassion courage and the will to act. Our vision is to serve as an institution where art is a powerful force for personal transformation and social change. Celebrating our differences and learning about our diverse communities through our collections exhibitions and programming is the core of who we are and what we do.
We are committed to creating and cultivating a community of talented passionate people who are inspired to make the Museum an important hub of community activity and a great global destination. Our staff have the opportunity to grow their professional skills and work collaboratively with colleagues they admire and respect. Read more about our story here.
About the role
Custodial Assistant/CustodianOperations will assist the Operations Engineering & Facilities Department and be responsible for cleaning sanitizing and maintaining the building in both public and non-public areas. This includes offices galleries staircases elevators and other areas.
This is a temporary position. The end date to be determined.
Responsibilities:
- Dust sweep damp mop wet mop scrub strip and polish assigned areas with manual and/or mechanical equipment using solvents waxes polishes and other approved cleansing agents
- Remove gum spot clean shampoo and vacuum floors rugs mats and runners
- Dust and/or wash glass walls using appropriate materials by hand and/or machine
- Remove and/or clean curtains drapes blinds and shades
- Regularly clean and maintain mirrors and glass surfaces including those in bookcases doors and windows
- Work from ladders when required
- Polish furniture and metal work by hand or by machine
- Clean toilets and replenish toilet supplies
- Sweep sidewalks and wash sidewalks and lower portions of buildings with brush and hose.
- Operate elevators move furniture supplies and materials
- Assist with snow removal when required
- Support Public Safety Captains and Supervising Museum Maintainers by serving as a safety liaison and assisting with routine custodial duties that help maintain a safe and well-managed museum environment.
- Follow all safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Identify and promptly report unsafe conditions leaks damaged equipment or maintenance issues to Operations Engineering & Facilities Department
- Operate and maintain custodial equipment such as vacuums floor machines and other approved cleaning tools in accordance with department procedures.
- Document work performed inspections and equipment conditions using the institutions work order or maintenance management system.
Qualifications:
- Able to meet medical and physical requirements which allow for the performance of medium labor and cleaning
- Ability to lift and transport heavy items up to 50 pounds
- Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office Suite strongly preferred
- Candidates are expected to hold an OSHA 10-Hour certification. If not already obtained the museum will sponsor the required training.
Department: Operations
Reports to: Director of Facilities
Position type: Full-time Temporary
Salary: $42898
Union status: UnionDC37 Local 1502
FLSA status: Non-exempt
Schedule: WednesdaySunday 10:00 am6:30 pm. This position is subject to occasional overtime and weekend hours.
Benefit offerings
The Museum provides competitive compensation along with generous benefits and perks for all eligible employees. Individual benefit offerings may vary based on position type and union status.
- Medical dental vision and life insurance
- 401(k) Savings Plan and Pension Plan
- Generous paid time off including annual vacation leave sick leave and 13 Museum holidays
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) & Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) for eligible pre-tax health care dependent care and commuter expenses
- Employee Assistant Program
- Free admission to various NYC museums and cultural institutions
- Early access to Museum exhibitions
- Invitations to staff-only programs tours and on-site engagement events
- Opportunities to participate in community initiatives and Museum programs
- 40% discount for staff in Museum shops
- 20% discount at Museum café
- All positions are based in Brooklyn New York with some eligible for a hybrid work schedule (three days on-site / two days remote)
Apply today
We recognize that its unlikely that any candidate will meet 100% of the desired qualifications for a role. If much of this job description resonates with you we strongly encourage you to apply today. Were committed to welcoming candidates with a wide range of experiences and perspectives especially those who see themselves contributing to our mission to bring people together through art and experiences that inspire celebration compassion courage and the will to act.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
The Brooklyn Museum is an art museum located in the New York City borough of Brooklyn. At 560,000 square feet, the museum is New York City's second largest in physical size and holds an art collection with roughly 1.5 million works.
