Facilities & Operations Associate

Skilled US; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Skilled US is seeking a dependable Facilities/Operations Associate to keep our Franklin Road campus clean, safe, and well-organized. You will perform hands-on custodial duties while providing light operational support to ensure programs run smoothly.

This role requires reliability, attention to detail, and comfort wearing multiple hats in a busy educational environment. The position is in person at our corporate headquarters, with responsibilities spanning cleaning, minor maintenance, inventory,

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of facilities management experience.
• Basic mechanical/maintenance aptitude helpful.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish or Haitian Creole strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine cleaning of classrooms, labs, restrooms, offices, and common areas (sweeping, mopping, dusting, trash removal, restocking supplies).
• Conduct minor maintenance and repairs or coordinate with vendors for larger repairs.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of cleaning and facility supplies.
• Ensure compliance with safety and sanitation standards (OSHA, local health codes).
• Set up and break down rooms for classes, events, or trainings.
• Assist with receiving, organizing, and distributing shipments and materials for programs.
• Support opening/closing procedures for the facility and coordinate logistics for events.

Skills

Facilities management

Bilingual English/Spanish/Creole

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Opportunity:

The Facilities/Operations Associate is responsible for maintaining clean, safe, and well-organized facilities while also supporting day-to-day operational tasks that keep programs running efficiently. This role combines hands-on custodial work with light operational and logistical support, making it a great fit for someone who's reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable wearing multiple hats.

Organization Overview:

Skilled US provides adult education and workforce development opportunities through GED preparation, English Language Learning (ELL), Adult Education, Advanced Manufacturing training, and YouthBuild & Construction programs. Our Franklin Road campus serves as both a primary instructional site and our corporate headquarters, where all administrative and operational functions are managed.

Key Responsibilities:

Facilities & Custodial

• Perform routine cleaning of classrooms, labs, restrooms, offices, and common areas (sweeping, mopping, dusting, trash removal, restocking supplies)
• Conduct minor maintenance and repairs (e.g., replacing light bulbs, tightening fixtures, addressing minor plumbing issues) or coordinate with vendors for larger repairs
• Monitor and maintain inventory of cleaning and facility supplies
• Ensure compliance with safety and sanitation standards (OSHA, local health codes)
• Set up and break down rooms for classes, events, or trainings

Operations Support

• Assist with receiving, organizing, and distributing shipments and materials (e.g., training equipment, tools, supplies for CTE programs)
• Support opening/closing procedures for the facility
• Help coordinate logistics for events, orientations, or site visits
• Track and report facility or equipment issues to the front office staff
• Assist with basic administrative tasks as needed (e.g., maintaining logs, checklists, or inventory records)

Minimum Qualifications: Education & Work Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 1-3 years of prior experience in facilities management
• Basic mechanical/maintenance aptitude a plus
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Bilingual (English/Spanish/Haitian Creole) strongly preferred

Availability

• This is an in person role located at the corporate headquarters.

Our Core Values

• Students Firs t — work to ensure that all interactions and decisions put our scholars first
• Respect — treat others as you would like to be treated
• Determination — with hard work and superior effort, we can achieve all things
• Continuous Improvement — try to get better and better every day
• Gratitude — demonstrate gratefulness for all that we have done and the opportunity to serve our scholars and communities

PLA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.