Custodian-Position Description

3001 Woodland Avenue Duluth, MN 55803
office: 218-724-6735 fax: 218-724-4891
www.hartleynature.org
Custodian-Position Description
Position: Custodian
Status: Part-time (16-20 hours per week)
Compensation: Salary range $9-$11/hour based on experience
Reports to: Director of Operations
Organization Summary: Hartley Nature Center (HNC) is a non-profit environmental learning center located within the
600+ acre Hartley Park in Duluth, Minnesota. HNC's mission is to inspire lifelong connections with nature through
education, play, and exploration. Governed by a board of directors, HNC has a talented staff of eleven full and part-time
educators and administrative support staff, and many community volunteers. HNC provides programs for over 20,000
children and adults each year: from schools, youth groups and the general public. HNC operates from a nature center in
Hartley Park, a city-owned park with diverse forest, wetland and stream habitats, over five miles of hiking and ski trails,
and beautiful ridges overlooking Lake Superior. The 7,500 square foot nature center is designed as a model of energyefficient, environmental building practices and provides classrooms, exhibit areas, offices and storage areas to support
and enhance HNC programs.
Position Summary: With direction from the Director of Operations, the Custodian will perform custodial maintenance
duties on a weekly basis.
Responsibilities:
Communicate between HNC office, preschool and program staff
Clean and restock restrooms, maintain supply stock and place supply orders with Office Manager
Clean and set up classrooms, yurt and exhibit area to support programming
Coordinate garbage and recycling services
Routine maintenance of custodial equipment, space and supplies
Assist with snow removal and outdoor walkway cleaning as needed
Shampoo carpets as needed
Assist HNC with special event preparations/cleanup and other duties as assigned
Required Abilities/Qualifications:
Ability to understand written and verbal instructions.
Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade.
Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.
Ability to operate vacuums and other related equipment.
Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies.
Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
Previous work experience in a similar position is a plus.
Application Procedure: For your application submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for three references.
Submit your application before May 20 to:
No phone inquiries, please.
Brett Amundson
Director of Operations
Hartley Nature Center
3001 Woodland Avenue
Duluth, MN 55803