Facility Attendant (Part-time)

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking a part-time Facility Attendant to help keep buildings, grounds, and event spaces clean, safe, and guest-ready. This role offers a flexible daytime schedule with roughly 3 shifts per week and every-other weekend, supporting daily operations and special events.

Responsibilities include cleaning, event setup, guest assistance, and basic tasks across indoor and outdoor areas.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Cleaning or facilities experience preferred.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Comfort working both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Clean restrooms, floors, windows, and common areas.
• Remove trash and maintain facility cleanliness.
• Use cleaning supplies safely and effectively.
• Set up tables, chairs, and event equipment.
• Assist with indoor and outdoor event preparation.
• Follow layouts and diagrams accurately.
• Provide friendly interactions with guests.
• Support staff in maintaining a welcoming environment.
• Respond to basic guest needs or direct appropriately.
• Access schedules and communications via computer.
• Complete tasks independently or as part of a team.

Skills

Detail oriented

Reliability

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Facility Attendant (Part-Time)

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Schedule: Part-Time (Less than 25 hours/week) | Approx. 3 shifts per week, every-other weekend

Shift: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM with every other weekend

Be Part Of a World-Class Guest Experience

At Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, every detail contributes to an exceptional guest experience. Our Facility Attendants play a critical role in ensuring our spaces are clean, safe, and event-ready for hundreds of thousands of guests per year.

We're seeking a Facility Attendant who takes pride in their work, enjoys hands-on tasks, and contributes to creating a welcoming and well-maintained environment.

Why This Role Matters

This role ensures that our buildings, grounds, and event spaces are consistently clean, organized, and ready to support daily operations and special events. Your work directly impacts guest experience, safety and the overall presentation of Meijer Gardens.

What You’ll Do

Maintain Clean & Safe Facilities

• Clean restrooms, floors, windows, and common areas
• Remove trash and maintain overall facility cleanliness
• Use cleaning supplies safely and effectively

Support Event Setup & Operations

• Set up tables, chairs, and event equipment
• Assist with indoor and outdoor event preparation
• Follow layouts and event diagrams accurately

Assist With Guest Experience

• Provide friendly, helpful interactions with guests
• Support staff in maintaining a welcoming environment
• Respond to basic guest needs or direct appropriately

Perform General Operational Tasks

• Access schedules, diagrams, and communications via computer
• Support daily assignments and special project work
• Complete tasks independently or as part of a team

Promote Sustainability & Stewardship

• Use cleaning products responsibly
• Dispose of waste properly and minimize environmental impact
• Support organizational sustainability practices

What You Bring

• Strong attention to detail and reliability
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Comfort working both independently and as part of a team
• Basic computer skills (email, schedules, timekeeping)
• Commitment to providing excellent service
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience: Cleaning or facilities experience preferred.

What Makes This Opportunity Unique

• Work in a beautiful, mission-driven environment
• Be part of a team supporting events, exhibitions, and daily operations
• Flexible part-time schedule with consistent daytime shifts

Our Values

• Welcoming: Fostering joy and an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone.
• Excellence: Approaching all we do with world-class intentionalism.
• Innovation: Embracing the future to create unique and engaging experiences in art, culture and nature with a commitment to creativity.
• Integrity: Operating with honesty, transparency and accountability throughout the organization.
• Stewardship: Preserving and enhancing our community, physical, cultural, and financial resources for current and future generations.

Working Conditions: This role operates across indoor and outdoor environments, including offices, public spaces, grounds, and event areas. Work is performed in varying weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, humidity, and precipitation, as well as greenhouse environments. The position involves exposure to noise, cleaning chemicals, and other operational hazards. Tasks require frequent movement throughout the facility and may involve working in high-traffic or event-driven environments.

Physical Requirements: This role requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods and perform physical tasks throughout each shift. Responsibilities include lifting and moving items regularly up to 20 pounds, frequently up to 50 pounds, and occasionally over 100 pounds. The position requires bending, reaching, kneeling, and occasional ladder use. Candidates must be able to safely handle equipment and materials while maintaining awareness of surroundings and safety protocols.

As part of our onboarding process, all new hires are required to complete our background check.

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.