Facilities Associate

The Facilities Associate supports the daily operations of the school by maintaining a clean, safe, and well-functioning campus environment. This role supports daily operations, event setup, basic preventative maintenance, and seasonal needs, including snow and ice removal. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and able to respond effectively to changing priorities and facility needs.

Who You Are:

• Proven ability to work collaboratively and flexibly with a diverse team
• Strong problem-solver with solutions-oriented mindset
• Professional demeanor, strong work-ethic, detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills 
• Demonstrates strong ownership and commitment to completing tasks to a high standard
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and take initiative
• Interested in professional growth and maintaining high performance standards
• Experienced in facilities services and use of cleaning equipment

What You’ll Do:

• Clean, move and arrange furnishings, supplies, and equipment as directed
• Maintain overall building cleanliness, safety, and appearance with strong attention to detail
• Monitor and replenish consumable supplies to ensure uninterrupted operations
• Assist with receiving, organizing, and distributing deliveries 
• Set up and break down spaces for events based on daily schedules
• Monitor building conditions and report maintenance or safety concerns (e.g., leaks, unusual odors, equipment issues)
• Respond to unexpected situations, including spills, accidents, and equipment malfunctions in accordance with safety protocols
• Clean and handle materials involving chemicals, solvents, blood, or bodily fluids following approved safety procedures
• Perform routine preventive maintenance (e.g., replaces filters, cleaning equipment, preparing items for storage)
• Perform snow and ice removal duties as needed
• Ensure assigned areas are secure at the end of each shift
• Take the initiative to perform routine responsibilities independently
• Respond to facility related emergencies as needed
• Participate in occupational safety and facility training programs as directed
• Perform other specific job-related duties as directed by the Building Manager

Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a criminal background check
• High School diploma or equivalent
• 2 or more years’ experience in facilities services
• Ability to stand and walk for the duration of the work period
• Lift up to and in excess of 40 lbs
• S-95 Certificate of Fitness required, or willingness to obtain certification through the network within an established onboarding period

Work Requirements and Schedule:

• Typical hours are Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM; however, schedule may vary based on operational needs
• Must maintain flexible availability during the winter season to support weather-related operations, including off-hours and weekend response

Compensation:

Salary is $54,700-$63,000 and commensurate with your experience. Democracy Prep employees are provided with a benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, 403B matching, and parental leave.

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Democracy Prep is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Our mission is to educate responsible citizen-scholars who will change the world. We strongly believe that by building a DREAM team that represents numerous perspectives, backgrounds, and areas of expertise, we can achieve this goal together. This is a value we highly support and strongly encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.