Facilities Operations Attendant

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Maymont is a 100-acre historic estate and park, located in Richmond, Virginia, with many unique experiences for all to enjoy, including the historic Maymont Mansion, The Robins Nature Center, arboretum, formal gardens, and habitats for native Virginia wildlife and farm animals. Since 1975, Maymont has been maintained and operated by the nonprofit Maymont Foundation, committed to creating experiences that delight, educate and inspire its guests.

The Maymont Foundation is seeking a Facilities and Operations Attendant to effectively perform daily set-up and breakdowns of rentals and special events, as well as sanitation duties throughout Maymont including its historic gardens, arboretum, grounds, and facilities. The Facilities and Operations Attendant is responsible for assisting in day-to-day functions in preparation for internal customers' and external clients' meetings, programs and special events, as well as sanitation duties under the supervision of the Manager of Facilities & Equipment.

Essential Functions: 

• Provides daily upkeep and removal of litter from park facilities, restrooms, and office spaces including routine cleaning and disinfections of all surfaces, floor care, and stocking of paper products
• Maintains the beauty of the park through the ongoing upkeep of trash and recycling receptacles in both interior and exterior public areas and offices, and removal of litter from grounds
• Provides support for meetings, rentals and special events, including preparation of spaces and deep cleaning; moving, hauling and setting up chairs, tents and tables; and pack-up and cleaning
• Assists the buildings and facilities maintenance team with preventative maintenance, minor repairs and other projects 
• Monitors and reports to appropriate parties any safety and health hazards, including the presence of animals, vermin or insects; needed maintenance and repairs; and other threats to visitors/staff, buildings and grounds, or wildlife
• Observes and maintains established safety policies and procedures and takes appropriate precautions during the course of performing daily tasks
• Supports the organization's mission and vision, including assisting with special events, programs and activities across Maymont
• Assists with other duties and tasks as assigned

Requirements:

Competencies:

• Ability to operate standard maintenance equipment while applying safety standards to prevent hazards
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision
• Ability to follow safe work practices including workplace safety policies and procedures
• Ability to read and interpret product labels and maintain appropriate records
• Willingness to serve the public and represent the Foundation with courtesy and professionalism
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle under a valid Virginia driver's license
• Ability to pass a background check
• Ability to work flexible shifts including nights, weekends, special events and holidays

Education and Experience: 

• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge of various cleaning methods and use of cleaning materials
• Minimum of six months or more of experience in sanitation services and/or building maintenance

Physical Demands:

• Frequent sitting, standing, walking and talking for extended periods
• Frequent climbing, bending, stooping and lifting of 50 - 100lbs.
• Ability to work inside and outside in all-weather conditions 
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid-time-off and health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. 

FLSA Status: Full-Time, $17 per hour

This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship. 

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Maymont Foundation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.