Newport Aquarium House

DescriptionMAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintain the overall cleanliness of Newport Aquarium by completing daily checklists and cleaning tasks Contribute to overall building maintenance both during operation and after hours Proactively find ways to better the overall Guest Experience Engage guests with animal facts, information, and personal connections through interpretation Daily garbage, recycling, and compost disposal Deep cleans using specified machines (pressure washer, carper extractor, hard floor scrubber, etc.) Additional cleaning and maintenance tasks assigned by the House and Grounds Lead and/or Supervisor QUALIFICATIONS: 18 years old or older Previous experience in facilities cleaning desired Willingness to become Blood-Borne Pathogens trained Knowledge of aquatic life a plus Friendly, outgoing and proactive approach Ability to work as a member of a team Ability to work a flexible schedule which may include weekends, holidays, and evenings PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS: Successful completion of pre-employment background check In good health and capable of performing strenuous and/or heavy physical labor No history of allergy related to animals or plants, which might interfere with ability to work Ability to remain on feet for long periods of time, climb stairs, bend and stoop Ability to work in all weather conditions No impairment of sight, smell, hearing, touch, balance and agility of movement which might interfere with ability to work Physical strength, including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds Immunocompetence (possible exposure to infections and parasitic disease) WHAT YOU'LL GET: Free entrance for you and your dependents which extends to most Herschend Enterprises' properties Earn 1 General Admission complimentary ticket, that you can give to anyone, per pay period Discounts at Sharky's Cafe, Sweet Dreams Candy Company, and the gift shop Discounted tickets and annual passes for friends and family Training and development You can expect to work on projects that have never been done before - ideas that are unproven, and concepts that make people smile. You can expect to have fun and be treated with respect the minute you start...and through to the end. You can expect to work in an environment that is highly innovative and low in politics - truthful and filled with smart people; all while providing the BEST GUEST EXPERIENCE IN THE NATION And most of all, you can expect to work hard and make a difference in our world by helping to bring families closer together. Looking to pursue your education without debt? Grow U has hundreds of programs available from certifications to college prep to associates, bachelor's, and master's degrees. Most of these programs are fully funded. Learn more at: https://www.newportaquarium.com/Careers/Benefits/GrowU Newport Aquarium, one of the many properties owned by Herschend Enterprises, prides itself on creating memories worth repeating. Our Core Values - greatly exceeding guest expectations, serving others, creating emotional connections, and constantly improving - give us purpose and guidance.QualificationsBehaviorsTeam Player - Works well as a member of a groupDetail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done wellMotivationsFlexibility - Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goalsAbility to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organizationSkillsInterpersonal Skills (preferred)Communication Skills (preferred)Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.