Meadow Brook Estate Facility Operations Associate

Oakland University; Rochester (MI); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Job summary

Oakland University is seeking a Meadow Brook Estate Facility Operations Associate to support event setup, cleaning, and venue readiness at Meadow Brook Hall in Rochester, MI. The role is casual/temporary, up to 19 hours per week, with night and weekend shifts, requiring physical work and the ability to lift up to 60 pounds.

A valid Michigan driver's license and background check are required. No benefits are offered for this casual position; the successful applicant will report to the Facility

Qualifications

• HS graduation or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to perform physically active work requiring frequent standing, reaching, walking, bending, shoveling, pulling, pushing, climbing on a ladder and lifting in order to perform various cleaning and set-up tasks.
• Frequent lifting requiring up to sixty pounds to move and use supplies and cleaning aids.
• Ability to lift and move furniture and event equipment. Ability to work independently. Completion of a physical to verify the applicant’s ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Requires a valid MI driver’s license & a driving record acceptable to the University’s insurance carrier.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down of tables, chairs, AV equipment, light housekeeping and general oversight of museum operations during events.
• Shifts are mostly nights and weekends.

Skills

Physical stamina

Lifting up to 60 lbs

Independent work

Valid MI driver's license

Criminal background check clearance

Education

HS graduation

Job description

Meadow Brook Estate Facility Operations Associate

Position Title Meadow Brook Estate Facility Operations Associate

Department

Position Number

Position Number D43725

Requisition No.

Requisition No. TC06283

Salary Range/Pay Rate

Salary Range/Pay Rate $16/hour

Benefits of Working at Oakland University

No benefits associated with this position; this position reports to the Facility Operations Manager

Employee Group/Grade

Employee Group/Grade Casual

Job Category

Job Category Casual /Temporary

Casual/Temp Classification

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Casual (19hrs or less, No Benefits )

Shift/Days

Pay Schedule

Pay Schedule Hour

Number of Hrs./Wk.

Number of Hrs./Wk. Up to 19 hours per week

Position Information

Position Information

Employee's Effective Start Date

Employee's Effective Start Date 03/30/2026

If this is a Temporary position, provide end date or enter N/A for any other position type.

If this is a Temporary position, provide end date or enter N/A for any other position type. N/A

Minimum Qualifications

• HS graduation or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to perform physically active work requiring frequent standing, reaching, walking, bending, shoveling, pulling, pushing, climbing on a ladder and lifting in order to perform various cleaning and set-up tasks.
• Frequent listing requiring the execution of up to sixty pounds of force to move and use supplies, and use cleaning aids.
• Ability to lift and move furniture and event equipment. Ability to work independently. Completion of a physical to verify the applicant’s ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Requires a valid MI driver’s license & a driving record acceptable to the University’s insurance carrier.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

Desired Qualifications

Position Purpose

The facility operations team is responsible for the physical care & maintenance of the building and the preparation of rooms, event spaces and grounds for all programming at Meadow Brook Hall.

Job Duties

Set up and break down of tables, chairs, AV equipment, light housekeeping and general oversight of museum operations during events. Shifts are mostly nights and weekends.

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 03/19/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Position Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume
• Optional Documents

371 Wilson Boulevard, Rochester, MI 48309
248-370-2100