The Franklin Institute, the most visited museum in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, strives to be the world leader in promoting science and technology education and literacy through inspiring and engaging experiences that cultivate curiosity, critical thinking, and an understanding of the crucial role science plays in our lives.
At The Franklin Institute, we provide an environment that is as nurturing as it is dynamic. Our team-oriented approach allows for ample learning and career growth opportunities. We think you will find the Institute offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents. We are eager for your input, ideas, and inspiration.
Position Description:
The Porter is responsible for maintaining cleanliness within the Franklin Institute, ensuring public areas, restrooms, and event spaces are clean and presentable.
Position Requirements:
- Maintain cleanliness of the inside and outside perimeter of the building, including restrooms, offices, exhibit areas, and all outside space
- Ability to use all equipment necessary to perform jobs, such as ladders, hand trucks, flatbeds, chair carts, table carts, a scissor lift, a genie lift, and all cleaning equipment.
- Peruse the building frequently to police all areas as needed.
- Respond to internal walkie-talkie requests and complete tasks.
- Assist all other trades per requests.
- Assist with large deliveries and help with distribution throughout the building.
- Move heavy boxes, crates, and furniture.
- Setup and breakdown of all meetings and events
- Complete all job assignments delegated by the Lead Porter
- Other duties as assigned or requested.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Previous experience as a porter or in a similar role.
- Must be able to stand and complete physical labor for shifts of more than 8 hours
- Must be able to work outside in inclement weather
- Tasks may require lifting heavy boxes and furniture.
Status: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Thursday through Saturday, 12:00 PM to 8:30 PM, and Sunday through Monday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Must be willing to work a varied schedule and overtime as needed.
Benefits Information
The Franklin Institute offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision, 401K, life insurance and disability coverage. We also offer generous Paid Time Off, paid holidays, and numerous wellness program benefits.
To apply, please visit our Career Center. We look forward to hearing from you!
Research shows that women and people from underrepresented groups often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that someone meets 100% of the qualifications for a role. If much of this job description describes you, then please apply for this role.
The Franklin Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability or protected veteran status.
As the most visited museum in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and a top-five tourist destination in the City of Philadelphia, The Franklin Institute is one of the leading science centers in the country and serves as both a prominent educational and cultural resource, and as an anchor of the local economy.