Custodian (Seasonal, Part Time)

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Meow Wolf opens portals of possibility. Come as you are!

We are individuals who inspire creativity in people's lives through art and exploration, so that our combined imaginations can transform the world we live in. We create immersive and interactive experiences that transport audiences into fantastic realms of story and exploration.  Our Vision is to be the world’s leading creative company, reimagining the paradigm of art and storytelling, to make a positive difference in the world.

We share a strong commitment to Belonging through our values of:

Collaborative Creativity : We believe the act of creating together amplifies possibilities.

Provocative Playfulness:  We celebrate the unexpected because it is the doorway to discovery.

Outsiders Welcome: We are all outsiders at heart, and we create space for everyone to feel like they belong.

Authentic Compassion: We are “kind punks” - supportive to each other and standing up for what we believe in.

Audacious Courage: We have the courage to radically reinvent ourselves to push the boundaries of art.

If this all sounds like YOU, read on….

Job Description:

The Custodian team member performs routine maintenance on the building interior and exterior. This position is responsible for maintaining a schedule of when maintenance has been performed and when the next service is due. The Custodian works in a safe manner, recognizes unsafe situations, and takes appropriate action to ensure the safety of themselves and others in the building.

This is a seasonal, part time position that requires flexible evening, weekend, and holiday availability. This position has an effective start date on or after 11/2/2026, with the position ending ~90 days from start date .

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate vacuums and carpet cleaning equipment
• Clean and sanitize restrooms and public spaces
• Clean surfaces inside an art exhibit
• Operate pressure washers and carpet extractors
• Use a variety of cleaning products including bleach and mild chemicals
• Maintain outdoor areas
• Perform routine maintenance on building interior and exterior
• Maintain records of maintenance schedules and services performed
• Recognize and respond to unsafe situations to ensure safety
• Required Qualifications
• Ability to follow instructions and pay attention to detail
• A positive attitude
• Ability to remember and communicate information
• Ability to follow and enforce safety rules
• A flexible schedule; ability to work days and weekends
• Professional demeanor in a public space
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must be 19 years of age
• Work Environment and Physical Demands
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required.
• Work Environment: This job operates in an office environment as well as a museum-type exhibit. This role routinely uses cleaning equipment such as mops, vacuums, and other cleaning tools.
• Physical Demands: Employee may be required to lift up to 60 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee will comply with company and OSHA standard workplace safety protocols. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Schedule:

This is a seasonal, part time position that requires flexible evening, weekend, and holiday availability. This position has an effective start date on or after 11/2/2026, with the position ending ~90 days from start date.

Supervisor Responsibilities:

This position does not require supervisory responsibility.

Travel

This position does not require travel

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

IMPACT: Meow Wolf is committed to our DIY roots and grassroots community support principles. To document that commitment, we converted our legal designation into a Delaware Public Benefit Corporation and have certified as a B Corporation. As a B Corp, we have a triple bottom line of supporting financial, social and environmental wellbeing in our community.

All employment decisions at Meow Wolf are based on business need, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, service in the military or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.