Part Time Facilities Assistant

$34,320 - $34,320/Yr

THE PRIDE CENTER AT EQUALITY PARK - Wilton Manors, FL

Part-time - Entry Level

Wilton Manors, FL

About the position

The Part-Time Facilities Assistant at The Pride Center at Equality Park is responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment across the campus. This role involves routine cleaning, event setup and breakdown, and light maintenance tasks, ensuring that the facilities are well-kept and ready for various events and activities. The position requires flexibility in working hours, including weekends and holidays, to support the center's operations and events.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine commercial cleaning of 30,000 SF of offices, meeting spaces, kitchens, community rooms, auditorium, restrooms, and floors across two main two story buildings.
• Provide set-up and break-down services for Center events, private rentals, and group meetings including folding tables and chairs, AV equipment, and other furniture/fixtures.
• Perform additional cleaning and organizing of Equality Park storage areas, garages, warehouse, and grounds on occasion.
• Troubleshoot and assist with minor maintenance/repairs of Equality Park equipment, furniture, fixtures, and facilities as needed.
• Assist the Customer Service Manager and the Facilities & Technology Manager to ensure the provision of set-up and cleaning services for all internal and external events and rentals.
• Perform grounds maintenance by picking up trash, emptying trash receptacles, pulling weeds, washing windows, and sweeping/cleaning exterior Plaza and common areas as needed.
• Assist the Facilities & Technology Manager in providing access and monitoring the work of contractors hired by The Center for specific projects and tasks.
• Effectively communicate to the Facilities & Technology Manager any needs related to adequate inventory, ordering, and use of maintenance and repair supplies.
• Provide regular, healthy communication to staff, tenants, and renters about the status of repairs and facility needs that impact their program and services.
• Attend regular campus 'walk-throughs' with the Facilities & Technology Manager to ensure adequate cleaning and upkeep of all facilities is being provided, and identify areas that need work.
• Oversee facilities operations in the absence of the Facilities & Technology Manager.
• Able to work at a minimum: the equivalent of two (2) full weekends per month in addition to weekday day and/or evening shifts; some holidays may be required.
• Be able to work and perform special duties as assigned for major Pride Center events, such as Stonewall Pride, Rainbow 5K Race, and Wicked Manors.

Requirements

• Proven cleaning skills in a commercial setting.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and accomplish all required tasks by the end of their shift.
• Ability to work in a hands-on environment with limited resources.
• Ability to operate mechanical cleaning equipment, including automatic floor cleaner, vacuum, blower, pressure washer, and power tools.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk stairs and climb a ladder.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods; ability to bend, kneel, stoop, and lift or move equipment.
• Computer skills using Microsoft software applications (e.g., Office Excel, and Outlook) and CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
• Basic knowledge of audio-visual equipment in a conference room setting.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, access control, and security systems.
• Energetic and willing to work flexible shifts, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• High School diploma or equivalent GED.
• Good communicator, comfortable and credible with people at all levels, and able to create and sustain lasting customer relationships.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of LGBTQ+ communities and issues.
• Experience in facilities maintenance.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• On-the-job training
• Flexible schedule