Facilities Custodian

Description

The Facilities Custodian is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of, and providing support for events at, the historic Fair Lane estate in Dearborn, MI. This position ensures that all interior and exterior areas are kept in excellent condition and presented to the highest standards. In addition to custodial duties, the custodian supports all event-related set-up and tear-down activities. The role works closely with a dedicated team of staff members year-round to preserve the estate’s integrity and support daily operations.

Percentages related to duties & responsibilities are estimates and will fluctuate based on the needs of the Estate.

• Responsible for all building custodial tasks, including, but not limited to:
  • Cleaning restrooms;
  • Floor vacuuming and mopping;
  • Trash and recycling removal (indoor/outdoor);
  • Dusting of non-historical objects;
  • Supply restocking;
  • Window cleaning;
  • Deep cleaning and disinfecting;
  • Maintaining organized and sanitary supply storage areas;
• Launders soiled clothing and materials using Estate-owned equipment and approved dry-cleaning vendors.
• Ensures assigned areas meet Fair Lane’s cleaning standards and requirements.
• Maintains a clean and orderly environment to ensure the safety and health of all visitors and staff.
• Assists with clearing walkways, parking lots, and driveways of debris, snow and ice, and trash.
• Cleans and maintains custodial equipment, such as vacuums, floor scrubbers, and other machinery.
• Monitors and maintains inventory of cleaning supplies and consumables (e.g. paper products, chemicals, etc.).
• Monitors and maintains inventory of general use break room and kitchen supplies and consumables (e.g. drinking water, plates, cups, coffee, etc.).
• Follows procedures for storage and disposal of trash and transports it to designated areas.
• Assists in the development of cleaning and supply strategies and procedures.

• Executes all event set-up, break-down, and clean-up, including, but not limited to:
  • Table and chair set-up and break-down;
  • Event-related trash removal;
  • Stocking supplies in preparation for event use;
  • Perform detailed pre-event cleaning;
  • Assist with audio/video equipment set-up;
  • Work with vendors as needed for set-up and break-down (caterers, rentals, floral, etc.);
  • Maintaining and organizing event supply storage areas;

• Assists with the operational maintenance and monitoring of the Estate facilities, including, but not limited to:
  • Boiler, chiller, and fan coil unit inspections;
  • Fan coil unit filter replacements;
  • Lift station inspections;
  • Gutter clearing and upkeep;
  • Coffee machine cleaning and upkeep;
  • Maintains supply storage areas;
• Supports the on-site coordination of facilities and maintenance contractors.
• Communicates maintenance concerns with the Director of Facilities & Security.
• Gains knowledge of the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems of Fair Lane, supporting power outage recovery through inspection and turning systems on.

• Additional applicable responsibilities as assigned by the department director or the President & CEO to support the work of the organization.

This is a full-time (40 hours per week), non-exempt (eligible for limited overtime), year-round, hourly permanent position with benefits. The hourly rate is $20.00 per hour, which equates to approximately $41,600 per year, and is non‑negotiable.

• 100% employer-paid BCBSM medical (Simply Blue PPO Gold $2,000 deductible) and vision insurance, and Delta dental insurance, for the employee, with 50% employer-paid insurance for dependents and employee-paid plan buy-up opportunities.
• 100% employer-paid life, short-term disability, long-term disability, accident, and…