Facilities General Assistant
No salary listed
Entry
Grand Rapids, MI, USA
In Person
General Maintenance & RepairBuilding & Property Maintenance
About the job
Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Competency with computer software such as Excel, Word, Teams, and Outlook.
- A valid driver's license with no felony or misdemeanor violations on the driving record.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to bend, stoop, push, pull, and lift frequently.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to safely operate facility equipment and tools, including powered landscaping tools, powered and non-powered hand tools, and ladders.
- Basic mechanical aptitude for minor repairs and hardware maintenance.
Responsibilities
- Conduct routine building, facility, and site inspections to identify maintenance, safety, and appearance concerns, including door hardware, exit and emergency lighting, and interior and exterior conditions.
- Respond off hours and on weekends as needed for building emergencies or to complete necessary work that cannot be completed during normal business hours.
- Perform weekly conference room inspections, checking chair cleanliness and hardware, verifying tables are clean and properly arranged, ensuring rooms are organized and presentation-ready, and reporting damaged furniture or equipment.
- Inspect and operate the warehouse floor scrubber.
- Inspect and maintain outdoor patios, sidewalks, and building entrances daily, including removing debris and litter, arranging furniture, conducting safety checks, removing trash, and cleaning surfaces.
- Place and remove entrance mats based on weather conditions.
- Conduct weekly inspections of walking trails and pathways.
- Maintain dog treat and dog waste stations by monitoring and rotating inventory using FIFO, restocking supplies, and maintaining cleanliness.
- Support seasonal and weather-related facility preparations, including storm debris removal, seasonal outdoor amenity setup and teardown, and landscaping appearance support.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work environment; assist with facility department inventory management, including organizing maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment storage areas, and supporting inventory audits and restocking.
- Support event and meeting setup by arranging tables and chairs, assisting with conference room reconfigurations, applying window and floor appliques, and returning spaces to standard layouts after events.
- Perform light maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs, installing signage, completing minor repairs, and adjusting furniture and equipment.
- Provide housekeeping support, including spot-cleaning common areas, addressing spills, and maintaining breakrooms and shared spaces.
- Escort and assist vendors and contractors, monitor completion of assigned work, and report contractor-related concerns.
- Follow facility safety procedures, use proper personal protective equipment, identify and report unsafe conditions, and assist with emergency preparedness activities.
- Provide courteous, prompt, and professional customer service to employees, visitors, and customers.
- Support Food Service and Café operations with equipment preventive maintenance and general repairs of kitchen and café equipment, including changing water filters and maintaining ice machines; act as a contact for outside equipment support vendors.
- Respond to facility work orders, complete them, and follow up.
- Safely operate company vehicles, including motorized utility vehicles, on public roads for errands or to transport associates or visitors.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of general business and day-to-day operations.
Desired Qualifications
- Previous experience in facilities, custodial, groundskeeping, warehouse, or maintenance operations.
- Experience conducting inspections and maintaining inventories.
- Familiarity with basic building systems and facility operations.
About the company
Bissell makes floor care products that help people clean homes. Its lineup includes vacuums, carpet cleaners, steam cleaners, sweepers, and cleaning formulas. The way its products work is by providing cleaning performance tailored to different surfaces and messes, including options designed for pet-related messes, such as hair and stains, with a mix of upright vacuums, handheld units, and specialized cleaners. Bissell differentiates itself through its long family-owned history, a strong focus on pet care products, and a commitment to social responsibility via the Bissell Pet Foundation, as well as licensing the Woolite brand for carpet and upholstery cleaning. The company’s goal is to offer practical, reliable cleaning solutions for households and to support animal welfare, while maintaining broad retail availability through various channels.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Founded
1876
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- September 24, 2026 Revolution ExpressClean targets pet households with 30-minute dry times.
- May 20, 2026 Pet Care launch added CleanWell and HydrateWell into a new category.
- Adam Madigan, effective October 1, 2026, brings 14 years of internal operating knowledge.
What critics are saying
- April 9, 2026 steam cleaner recall covered 1.7 million units and 161 burn injuries.
- Recall damage hits Amazon, Target, Walmart shelves and forces costly replacement logistics.
- A second major recall could push retailers toward Shark and Hoover permanently.
What makes Bissell unique
- 150 years, fifth-generation family ownership, and Executive Chairman Mark Bissell preserve continuity.
- Pet Proven products and BISSELL Pet Foundation tightly bind brand, mission, and purchases.
- BISSELL spans vacuums, carpet cleaners, steamers, and pet devices across major retailers.
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Benefits
- Remote Work Options