Facilities Attendant - Reservations & Events

Student Unions

The Facility Attendant performs custodial tasks, event set-up, take-down, change-over, and customer service as well as maintenance duties necessary to ensure the successful and comfortable execution of events for customers of university facilities, which includes adjusting work hours depending on events. The primary responsibility of this position is to maintain the cleanliness of event spaces and meeting rooms, so they are ready for guests. Occasionally this position may be on site for an event to ensure ongoing cleanliness for long duration events. When available, this position may be called upon to work with the theater technical crew or event ops crew to assist in preparing for, running, or tearing down events.

Custodial Work:
-Maintain the public and private restrooms at the Missouri Theatre as well as the private restrooms (dressing rooms, offices) at Jesse Auditorium by consistently cleaning and stocking based on usage.
-Regularly vacuum, sweep, and mop auditoriums and meeting rooms as needed prior to events and meetings. This work may take place in the theaters, MU Student Union, or Memorial Union.
-Maintain surfaces and remove trash.
-Maintain windows and mirrors.
-Weekly schedule will be developed in coordination with venue management and the event load.
-Periodically deep clean event and ancillary spaces including stairwells, carpet, upholstery, and hard surface flooring.

Maintenance:
-Monitor and order equipment, supplies and cleaning chemicals to meet projected needs.

Event Setup:
-As needed and scheduled by venue management staff, assist theater and event ops crews to set up, run, and tear down events.

Supervision:
-Occasionally oversee student assistant staff assigned to help with cleaning and maintenance duties.

Flexible schedule based on events scheduled. Will need to work nights and weekends.Flexible schedule based on events scheduled. Will need to work nights and weekends.

* A high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is necessary.
* A valid driver's license may be required.
* Ability on a daily basis to:
- Lift, carry, and set down objects of moderate weight (25-50 lbs.)
- Grasp broom and mop handles
- Work around dust and cleaning chemicals
- Climb stairs, step stools, and ladders
* Must be able to read and write.
* Ability to set up and operate audiovisual equipment including but not limited to projectors and peripherals (stands, remote controls, screens, etc.); video equipment; microphones; radio; computers and peripherals; auxiliary equipment (laser pointers, flip charts, slide trays, etc.); lighting and speakers.
* Proven ability to learn the technical aspects of the position and stay abreast as changes in technology and equipment occur.
* Must be able to work varied hours based on business needs and special events schedule. Working hours are dependent upon the events scheduled for the week.

Experience cleaning public spaces
* Knowledge of basic cleaning procedures and the safe handling of associated chemicals
* Experience with automated cleaning machines
* Experience with floor maintenance equipment
* Exposure to the event process
* Basic customer service

Salary Range: $13.75-$17.17/hour

Grade: GGS-C

University Title: Facilities Attendant

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Resume & Cover Letter

All qualified internal and external candidates are now welcome to apply. The union bid period for this position ended on 10/10/2025

In order to be considered as a Union Bidder for this position you must:
* complete ALL sections of the application
(including all work experience - incomplete applications will not be considered)
* complete six months of regular service at the University
* apply within the published, five-day posting period
* meet the minimum qualifications for the vacancy

Your qualifications for this position will be evaluated based on the information you provide on your job application. Once the job posting period is closed, there will be no opportunity to submit additional information regarding your qualifications. Therefore, you need to ensure that your application materials are complete when submitted.

Union Bid Period: 10/6/2025-10/10/2025

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This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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