New York Botanical Garden
Application deadline
for this position is
January 9th, 2026 .
Position Summary The Junior Botanical Garden Custodian, under general supervision, performs work of ordinary difficulty and responsibility, which may entail supervision in cleaning, maintaining and enforcing safety requirements in one or more small buildings. Responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of small public buildings, performing such tasks as office moves, setup and breakdowns of tents, chairs and tables, sweeping, dusting, mopping, high speed buffing, waxing carpet cleaning by bonnet, cold and hot water extraction, power washing, gathering and disposing of refuse; cleaning and removing snow from walkways. Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of small public buildings, performing such tasks as office moves, setup and breakdowns of tents, chairs and tables, sweeping, dusting, mopping, high speed buffing, waxing carpet cleaning by bonnet, cold and hot water extraction, power washing, gathering and disposing of refuse; cleaning and removing snow from walkways.
Requirements
2 years of full-time experience in cleaning and maintaining building in a large cultural institution or education facility.
Physical Demands and Work Environment Ability to move 25lbs and lift overhead, stand for long periods of time, work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
Baseline Work Schedule
Wednesday to Sunday – Regular Days Off: Monday and Tuesday
Thursday to Monday – Regular Days Off: Tuesday and Wednesday
Salary
$39,044, *($44,901)
*Current Garden union employees that have been employed for 2 years qualify for the higher salary rate. If a non-Garden and non-union applicant is appointed, they will be eligible to advance to the higher incumbent rate after two years.
Benefits
15 Vacation Days
12 Paid Holidays
10 Sick Days
Health Coverage
401K
Pension Plan
If you require an accommodation for any part of the application process, please notify the Human Resources department at HR@nybg.org.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Entertainment Providers and Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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for this position is
January 9th, 2026 .
Position Summary The Junior Botanical Garden Custodian, under general supervision, performs work of ordinary difficulty and responsibility, which may entail supervision in cleaning, maintaining and enforcing safety requirements in one or more small buildings. Responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of small public buildings, performing such tasks as office moves, setup and breakdowns of tents, chairs and tables, sweeping, dusting, mopping, high speed buffing, waxing carpet cleaning by bonnet, cold and hot water extraction, power washing, gathering and disposing of refuse; cleaning and removing snow from walkways. Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of small public buildings, performing such tasks as office moves, setup and breakdowns of tents, chairs and tables, sweeping, dusting, mopping, high speed buffing, waxing carpet cleaning by bonnet, cold and hot water extraction, power washing, gathering and disposing of refuse; cleaning and removing snow from walkways.
Requirements
2 years of full-time experience in cleaning and maintaining building in a large cultural institution or education facility.
Physical Demands and Work Environment Ability to move 25lbs and lift overhead, stand for long periods of time, work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
Baseline Work Schedule
Wednesday to Sunday – Regular Days Off: Monday and Tuesday
Thursday to Monday – Regular Days Off: Tuesday and Wednesday
Salary
$39,044, *($44,901)
*Current Garden union employees that have been employed for 2 years qualify for the higher salary rate. If a non-Garden and non-union applicant is appointed, they will be eligible to advance to the higher incumbent rate after two years.
Benefits
15 Vacation Days
12 Paid Holidays
10 Sick Days
Health Coverage
401K
Pension Plan
If you require an accommodation for any part of the application process, please notify the Human Resources department at HR@nybg.org.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Entertainment Providers and Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at New York Botanical Garden by 2x
Get notified about new Custodian jobs in
Bronx, NY .
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