Vacant job

Ájtte, the Swedish Mountain and Sami Museum, is a specialized museum for the nature and culture of the mountain region, as well as the main museum in Sweden for Sami culture. Ájtte is located in Jokkmokk, an important gateway to the World Heritage Site of Laponia. The museum works with an ecological perspective, meaning its work aims to create holistic views of humans and their environment. Read more on our website www.ajtte.com.

Job Responsibilities

Do you want to be part of an engaged team where collaboration and helpfulness are an integral part of everyday life? In this role, you are responsible for the daily cleaning of the museum's premises and associated auxiliary spaces, with a focus on creating a pleasant and well-functioning environment for both employees and visitors.

The position is varied and also includes caretaker duties. This may, for example, involve assisting with practical tasks in the building and providing support where needed in daily operations.

Together with the property manager and cleaning colleagues, you work in a close-knit team where everyone helps and supports each other. You play a vital role in ensuring that operations run smoothly every day.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone with experience working as a cleaner (and/or caretaker), or other experience that the employer deems equivalent. Previous work in similar roles is considered an asset. Education in cleaning, caretaking, or property maintenance is a plus.

Personal Attributes

We place great importance on your personal qualities. You have a genuine service focus and contribute to a positive experience for both colleagues and visitors through calm, friendly, and professional interactions.

You thrive working independently and take responsibility for planning and structuring your tasks. With an eye for detail, you identify what needs to be done and take the initiative to get things done.

As a person, you are flexible and solution-oriented, with good communication skills and the ability to adapt to changing operational needs.

You are computer literate and can express yourself well in both speech and writing. A B-class driver's license is an asset.

Knowledge of the museum's area of operation is considered an asset.

Working Hours/Duration

The position is permanent. Immediate start with a 6-month probationary period.

Salary

The museum applies individual salary setting.

The position is located in Jokkmokk at Ájtte. The museum strives for a balanced gender distribution in the organization and welcomes applications from both women and men.

Information about the position is provided by Pia Eriksson. Two trade unions are represented at the museum: SACO-DIK and ST-Kultur. All can be reached by phone at 0971-17070.

Applications with CV and salary expectations must be received by June 12, 2026, addressed to:

Ájtte, Svenskt fjäll- och samemuseum

Box 116,

962 23 JOKKMOKK

or by email to [email protected]