Facilities Assistant- DC Campus

LEARN Charter School Network; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid vacation, personal days, paid ḟ

Short and long term disability

Paid life insurance

Pet Insurance

403B Contribution + 4.5% matching as/

Job summary

LEARN Charter School Network is hiring a School Facilities Assistant for our DC campus. The role focuses on maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming learning environment for students and staff, including cleaning, basic maintenance, and event setup/teardown.

The position requires a high school diploma, own tools, and a proactive service mindset. You will work on site across the DC campus, supporting routine repairs and safety procedures while ensuring security and cleanliness throughout the

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required
• Must have own tools
• Meticulous about cleanliness standards and takes full ownership of building appearance
• Experience in building/facility operations, understanding of janitorial, maintenance, and construction efforts
• Adheres to safety measures for cleaning, lifting, moving, and operating equipment
• Demonstrated experience performing minor repair and maintenance work
• Must be extremely service-oriented, proactive, and pay strong attention to detail
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics: good organizational, verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Cleaning Functions: Sweep, mop, vacuum, scrub, refinish floors, wash windows, clean restrooms, change light bulbs, dispose of trash and dust furniture
• Pick up litter on school grounds and ensure safety during inclement weather including snow removal and de-icing
• Apply cleaning chemicals according to safety procedures and store supplies properly
• Perform minor painting and basic repairs to walls, rails, and furnishings
• Maintain equipment and grounds (mowing, watering, trimming hedges, leaves) and secure building
• Initiate maintenance service requests and secure equipment against loss or theft
• Ensure building security at all times and display ethical professional behavior

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Customer service mindset

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Founded in 2001, LEARN is a non profit network of PreK-8th grade elementary schools that is creating measurable, transformational change in the lives of its students. We currently educate 4,100 students, a majority low-income, minority student population (88% and 98%, respectively), across 12 campuses across Chicago, Lake County, and Washington D.C.Our schools provide a rigorous educational program that is built upon an intimate understanding of each student’s individual learning style and academic needs. We are guided by five core values which include: expectations of high achievement; mutual respect; the development of a safe and nurturing environment; active family involvement; and the positive development of the Whole Child.LEARN alumni graduate college at 2x the rate of their peers, exceeding city, state and national averages. Our college graduation rate is 10 points above the national average for all students regardless of socio-economic status or ethnicity. We are proud to be closing the achievement gap.What You’ll Do:LEARN is seeking an experienced School Facilities Assistant in our DC campus. Primarily you will support the maintenance and smooth operation of LEARN DC’s campus and grounds. Part of the duties include cleaning, basic maintenance, and setup/teardown for events, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for students and staff.Key Responsibilities include but not limited to :Cleaning Functions- Ensure that the campus is kept in pristine condition such as; Sweep, mop, vacuum, scrub, refinish floors, clean, dust and polish furniture, wash windows and walls, clean restrooms, dispose of trash, change light bulbs, etc.; Make certain all areas of the building are kept in a clean, sanitary and orderly condition according to industry and/or district standards.Pick up litter within the schools and on school grounds. Assure safety during inclement weather to include shoveling, salting, providing slip protection on wet floors, securing against wind damage, snow removal from roofs, removing debris from downspouts when clogged, etc.Apply cleaning chemicals according to established safety procedures.Ensure that all goods and supplies are stored in appropriate places.Perform minor painting to walls, rails, playgrounds and other areas of the school.Keep all equipment in a good state of repair and cleanliness. Initiate maintenance service requests according to Network procedures.Secure equipment and supplies and protects against loss, theft, or abuse.Periodically inspects, or otherwise maintains awareness of, facility and equipment to detect and prevent injuries or damage.Secure school buildings to ensure proper building security at all times. Lock, secure and clock out of the building at end of the dayDisplay the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards when working with othersMaintain ground including mowing watering, trimming hedges, removing weeds, raking and disposing of leaves,Perform repairs to masonry, woodwork, and furnishing.Perform other duties as assigned.You’ll be a great fit if you have:Must have a High School diploma or equivalent.Must have your own toolsMeticulous about cleanliness standards and takes full ownership of building appearance.Experienced in building/facility operations, understanding of janitorial, maintenance, and construction efforts.Adheres to safety measures for cleaning, lifting, moving, and operating equipment.Demonstrated experience performing minor repair and maintenance workMust be extremely service-oriented, proactive, and pay strong attention to detail.Must uphold a high standard of service and expectations.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal CharacteristicsGood organizational, verbal and written communication skills.Professional demeanor and dress required.Experience in developing and implementing procedures.Ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities and a diverse workload, while achieving results in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.Good degree of initiative and independent judgment.Maintains a high level of energy and a consistent positive attitude.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSTraining on maintenance, intrusion alarms, automatic fire alarm/sprinkler systems, mechanicals, electric, HVAC, and other school facility systems.Benefits Summary:We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for all full time employees, including:Medical, Dental and Vision InsurancePaid vacation, personal days, paid holidaysShort and long term disabilityPaid life insurancePet Insurance403B Contribution + 4.5% matching as eligible