Cleaning Crew
Member Status: Part time, Permanent
Be part of a team to do the day-to-day cleaning of Chippewa Nature Center facilities. Each year, thousands of people of all ages and abilities learn about nature at CNC, and we pride ourselves in providing state-of-the-art facilities. The Cleaning Crew helps ensure that facilities are maintained to the highest level.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Buildings (Visitor Center, Nature Education Center, Resource Building, Nature Preschool, outhouses): Keep interior of buildings in clean condition: vacuum, sweep, mop, clean windows and bathrooms, dust sills and ledges and empty trash. In addition, assist in maintaining kitchens (operate dishwasher, clean tables, countertops, refrigerators and freezers).
• Program Support: Provide support for events and rentals.
Skills and Qualifications:
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position, including lifting tables and other furniture, bending, stooping, stretching, walking, etc. This includes using a mechanical floor scrubber and able to climb ladders to dust and service ceiling lights.
• Must work well with others and represent the Nature Center in a professional manner
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed
• Must have working knowledge and display safe use of cleaning products
Status: Part time, permanent
Schedule: Consistent schedule will be set based on candidate availability. Coverage needed: 3-4 weekdays at 5 pm, 3-4 hours with a team; every 5th weekend, 2 hours solo between 5-10 pm. Additional hours available for special events and as a sub on an on-call basis.
Start Date: Immediately; flexible
Compensation and Benefits: $14/hour, staff uniform, CNC membership, 20% discount in Nature Center Store, 10% discount on registered program member fee
To apply: Send resume and references to Tom Lenon – Director of Land & Facilities at [email protected] or 400 S Badour Rd, Midland, MI 48640
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Overview: CNC is a nonprofit, environmental education organization. Its mission is to connect all people to nature through educational, recreational and cultural experiences. The 1,500-acre property includes woodlands, fields, ponds and rivers. CNC’s facilities consist of a Visitor Center with Ecosystem Gallery, classrooms and Nature Center store; an 1870s Homestead Farm complex; Nature Preschool; an arboretum and over 19 miles of nature trails. Visit www.chippewanaturecenter.org for more information.
Chippewa Nature Center is committed to creating a workplace and visitor experience where all people feel valued for their unique attributes, characteristics, and perspectives. Staff, volunteers, program participants, visitors, and all
those who engage with the nature center are invited to fully connect with CNC regardless of their race, color, age, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, ability, marital status, political affiliation, or parental status. Through ongoing learning, training, and listening, CNC strives to welcome all people.
Equal Opportunity Employment: CNC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, height, weight, handicap or disability, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable state or federal laws.
