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POSITION: Buildings Caretaker & Maintenance Lead

Location: Portland, OR

Type:  Part-time/Hourly/Exempt

Hourly: $25-30/hour

Weekly: Average of 20-24 hours/week

This is not a hybrid position

 

To Apply: Please submit your resume, cover letter, and three references to jobs@pittockmansion.org. Please include “Buildings Caretaker/Maintenance Lead” in the subject line. No phone calls, please. Qualified candidates must complete a background check before hiring.

 

Application Deadline: Open until filled (ideal starting date mid/end of Sep)

 

ABOUT PITTOCK MANSION:

Pittock Mansion is a 1914 historic house museum and one of Portland’s top tourist destinations. Pittock Mansion Society, a private nonprofit organization, collaborates with the City of Portland, Parks, and Recreation, to operate the Mansion. The premises include the Mansion, the Gate Lodge, and the Garage with beautiful gardens adjacent to the Pittock Viewpoint. Our mission at Pittock Mansion Society is to inspire understanding and stewardship of Portland history through the Mansion, its collections, and programs.

The organization under new leadership is at an exciting juncture of strategic growth and reimagination having laid out a new transformation vision Pittock 2.0 which aims to make the museum a relevant history institution, a dynamic destination, and a key community partner. As part of the new vision, Pittock Mansion wants to develop and offer a new series of special programs and events for the public as well as coordinate and host internal and external events such as VIP receptions, exhibit related receptions, lectures, seasonal events for families and kids as well as rentals of the premises by external groups.

POSITION SUMMARY:

 

The Buildings Caretaker & Maintenance Lead will work under the Director of Operations (DOO) collaborating and supporting all departments at Pittock Mansion related to daily, weekly, monthly and seasonal care and cleaning of all three buildings on campus (in addition to the contractual janitorial crew). This position will also assist with other related duties such as set up and tear down for events, workspace reorganization, checking and stocking supplies, monitoring the security system and pest control issues and more. The Buildings Caretaker & Maintenance Lead will be a dependable, hardworking and trusted individual with excellent work ethics and communication skills.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

 

Cleaning and Maintenance:

  • Vacuuming and dusting of interior rooms and spaces that includes baseboard cleaning, decorative rails, windowsills, light fixtures, and hard surfaces in all three buildings (daily on some, rotational schedule based on buildings/sections)
  • Cleaning of interior and exterior windows that are accessible (daily on some, rotational schedule on others)
  • Terrace sweeping (weekly).
  • Cleaning and removing debris from reachable areas of gutter and drains includes unclogging and snaking drains on terraces.
  • Vacuuming, dusting and cleaning under furniture (monthly)
  • Dusting and cleaning of chandeliers and exterior light fixtures in the mansion and gate lodge (bi-monthly)
  • Cleaning/mopping back stairwells and back hallways in the mansion and gate lodge (weekly).
  • Changing light bulbs in all three buildings (as needed: frequent task)
  • Monitoring and assisting with regular maintenance of historic plumbing fixtures in all three buildings (monthly)
  • Cleaning of all non-artifact materials in the mansion and gate lodge including interpretive panels, stanchions, and props inside buildings (weekly)
  • Cleaning of grounds interpretive panels (daily) and graffiti removal (as needed)
  • Cobwebbing and pest control monitoring in all three buildings (weekly). Scheduling pest control service as needed.
  • Support the Director of Operation on regular work order processing through PP&R Property departments.
  • Lead contact person for Bayview Janitorial Services and Cintas for ordering supplies
  • Work with DOO to schedule and oversee annual maintenance tasks in January with Parks crew and other contractors.
  • Take out recycling and garbage in gift store receiving area and the Gate Lodge to dumpsters (as needed)
  • Open gate to park grounds and pick up trash at grounds entrance.

Building Security:

  • Second “on call” list contact person for Pittock Mansion Security Alarm System. Ability to come on site during an alarm situation and represent the mansion to Parks security.
  • Direct outside technicians and service repair if PP&R staff not available
  • Monitor all cameras and ensure that all security signs are visible.
  • Assist museum staff and visitors in emergency situations and help with incident reports (if required).

Installation and Event set up/tear down support:

  • Assist the museum staff with exhibition installation and take down. This may involve hanging art, moving furniture and items from the basement (during the holidays)
  • Assist other departmental staff for program, special events and rental set up and tear down.

Other Support:

  • Ordering and tracking of facility and maintenance supplies
  • Dispose, move, and build office furniture for staff as requested
  • Ensure water delivery to the three buildings. Monitor water use and order.
  • Help with shipment and other deliveries to the offices as needed.
  • Collect mail from mailbox (daily)
  • Supporting DOO regarding checking and determining if Mansion will close or remain open during inclement weather (communication with PP&R necessary)
  • Add and remove minor hardware in buildings (ex: curtain rods, window blinds, coat hangers, etc.).
  • Other (as directed).

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2-3 years custodial and general maintenance experience required. Experience in a responsible custodial position a plus.
  • Ability to follow directions and meet set expectations but work independently with little or no supervision on a day-to-day basis
  • Regularity of onsite presence.
  • Good interpersonal and oral communication skills with ability to work with staff across organization
  • Reliability and Punctuality
  • Eye for detail and proactive problem solver
  • Flexibility in scheduling based on organizational needs
  • Experience working with alarm systems

Physical Qualifications

  • Must be able to lift 50 to 80 lbs. and can bend, lift, carry, and regularly climb stairs
  • Must be able to move, climb, and work from ladders particularly using a specialized stair ladder to maintain chandelier over grand staircase
  • Must be able to work outside in seasonal weather conditions
  • Ability to work in a shared / open space office environment.
  • Workstations may not be in a climate-controlled environment.
  • Wearing personal protective equipment (e.g., face covering, gloves) may be required.

Pittock Mansion Society is committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. Everyone has the right to work in a professional atmosphere that promotes equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination practices.