Job description

Friends Center is an early childhood education center providing year-round, full-time care for children ages 3 months to 5 years. We offer a child-centered, hands-on learning experience in a safe and nurturing environment. At the Center, children learn through creative play and a wide range of developmentally-appropriate activities. We are a non-sectarian organization whose values-based curriculum is guided and enhanced by its foundations in the Quaker principles of community, equality, peace, simplicity, truth and stewardship. As a cooperative organization, parents and teachers at the Center work together to create a diverse and supportive community. Our mission is to educate children, empower families, inspire teachers, engage community, embrace diversity, and embody equity.

Position Summary: The Facilities Associate is responsible for supporting Friends Center facilities, maintenance and inventory tasks. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to basic electrical and plumbing work, painting, landscaping (grass mowing and weed whacking), property clean up, general maintenance tasks, inventory of food and paper goods, setting up and breaking down for events and ensuring all facilities are in good working order. The Facilities Associate participates fully in the culture and community life of Friends Center.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Maintain exterior of building including sweeping walks and snow/ice removal as needed

· Collect and distribute mail; mail outgoing pieces

· Assist with set-up for events including staff meetings and special community events

· Set up weekly food rescue including unloading boxes, coordinating pre-packed boxes for families, and clean-up and break-down of boxes

· Break down boxes for recycling

· Keep off-site inventory binders up to date

· Keep on-site and off- site storage areas tidy and organized

· Assist with basic maintenance and building projects or tasks such as furniture assembly

· Other duties as assigned by the Site Directors and/or the Facilities Manager

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:

● High School Diploma or GED, Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred
● Must have a driver’s license and own transportation for doing errands
● Experience working in a human service environment is preferred
● Ability to communicate effectively and professionally
● Interest in the mission and vision of Friends Center, including Quaker values
● Ability to interact warmly with young children in the center
● Self-motivated, proactive, resourceful and creative problem solver
● Friendly and professional with good time management skills
● Attention to detail
● Fluency or conversational Spanish is a plus

Physical Requirements:
● Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
● Must be able to travel up/down a flight of stairs, stand for long durations, and read and understand information on a computer screen

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:

All staff members must be fully vaccinated (including one booster) and wear a mask.

Experience:

• Facilities maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: Multiple Locations

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37,455.00 - $46,144.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• New Haven, CT: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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