Environmental Services and Event Support Assistant at Seattle Art Museum (Seattle, WA)Environmental Services and Event Support Assistant

The Environmental Services and Event Support Assistant is responsible for basic and specialty cleaning, and room set-up services across all three museum locations (Olympic Sculpture Park, Seattle Asian Art Museum, and Seattle Art Museum Downtown).

As SAM heads into its second century, we are boldly reimagining what we can and should be. Our goal is to be a model for the future of museums - a bold, dynamic hub of creativity, belonging, and cultural leadership, shaping the future of art and community. Embracing new ways of engaging communities and seeking innovative partnerships - all while keeping art and community at the center of what we do. This ambitious effort represents a transformative shift and radically redefining how art museums operate. This is a pivotal moment for SAM, and we are seeking great talent to join us on our journey. Working at SAM is not just a job—it's a chance to be part of a vibrant, creative community.

Environmental Services Perform daily janitorial duties and general cleaning associated with various shift assignments of the facility, including but not limited to, cleaning, dusting, mopping, polishing of bathroom fixtures, counters, doors, furniture, high and low surfaces, partitions, sinks, showers, stainless steel, tables, walls, woodwork, and washing of mirrors, glass, and windows Stock supplies in restrooms and throughout the facility Work in accordance with facility standards and procedures Provide emergency spill response, environmental remediation, hazardous waste disposal, and industrial cleaning Pick up, transport, and removal of compost, recycling, and waste Perform hard surface floor care including dust mopping, sweeping, and wet mopping Complete carpet and upholstery care including spot cleaning, vacuuming, and use of a carpet extractor Operate cleaning equipment such as battery-powered electric and manual equipment, gas and electric blowers, mechanical floor polishers and scrubbers, brooms, dusters, vacuums, and wet mops Clean and maintain carts, equipment, and storage areas associated with position Demonstrateknowledge and skill in the safe use and operation of chemicals, equipment, and cleaning techniques necessary to maintain established safety and quality standards Inspect assigned work areas and report per departmental procedures any burnt-out lights, non-working fixtures, graffiti, or minor damage such as scratches, gouges, and marks Support the Security Department by immediately reporting anything out of the ordinary regarding the condition of the art and the integrity of locked or alarmed spaces Provide support during periods of severe weather, building emergencies, and evacuations Perform various manual tasks such as operating automatic floor scrubber, buffer, burnisher, and John Deere Gator vehicle Monitor supplies and equipment and reports needs to supervisor Event Support