Jobs
>
Washington, D.C.

    Office & Facilities Assistant - Washington, United States - Pathways To Housing DC Inc

    Default job background
    Description

    Job Description

    Job Description

    The Office & Facilities Assistant is responsible for monitoring, assisting in, and completing essential functions related to general maintenance, office administration, and upkeep of Pathways' main office and satellite offices, and agency vehicles as outlined below.

    This is a hands-on role that requires strong organizational skills, entry level maintenance knowledge, attention to detail, and excellent customer service.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE (BUT NOT LIMITED TO):

    • Perform routine maintenance tasks, including but not limited to light plumbing, cleaning, organizing, and assessing safe living conditions.
    • Conduct regular inspections of facilities to identify and address any maintenance or safety issues.
    • Drive the company van or car to pick up and deliver mail, packages, personnel, cash etc. to and from various locations.
    • Complete routine administrative tasks as assigned by the Office Manager.
    • Assist in receiving and processing incoming and outgoing mail.
    • Sort mail and parcels in transit and deliver to appropriate location.
    • Maintain Pathways fleet of vehicles (see "Agency Vehicles" section below).
    • Check and ensure that facilities are clean.
    • Assist with the set-up of meeting rooms: furniture, chairs, tables, projectors, easels, flip charts, white boards, etc.
    • Transport staff and visitors as needed.
    • Perform physical tasks and check facilities.
    • Assist with the clean-up of trash and debris from building exterior and lot.
    • Remove light snow and de-ice walks and lot (in conjunction with the building's snow/ice removal vendor).
    • Replace light bulbs; clean interior windows, floors and furniture when needed.
    • Move and transfer supplies, boxes, office equipment, furniture, etc. as directed.
    • Respond to work orders in a timely manner and prioritize tasks based on urgency.
    • Assist with the any necessary follow up of repairs of equipment or systems.
    • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities using in house maintenance management recording systems including digital photos.
    • Assess external contractors' tasks as needed for specialized repairs or projects.
      Communicate with colleagues promptly and professionally.
    • Provide excellent customer service to internal stakeholders, addressing their facility-related needs and concerns.
    • Travel to Pathways offsite locations around the district & Montgomery County MD.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.

    NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AS ASSIGNED:

    • May serve as liaison with vendors on required/requested repairs & maintenance needs.
    • Perform small repairs; e.g.; plumbing, painting, carpentry, furniture and appliances as needed.
    • Issue building and office keys to all new staff. Maintain all locks and make copies of keys as needed.
    • Ensure all smoke detectors and alarms in all Pathways offices are in working order.
    • Coordinate work with property managers, inspectors or contractors as needed.
    • Perform seasonal maintenance/prevention.
    • Purchase coffee service, janitorial, and maintenance related items
    • Schedule and monitor office move requests, physical setup and break down of computers.
    • Assists in maintenance and organization of donation room. Receives all donations, coordinates with appropriate personnel for distribution of food and other materials.
    • Drops off bank deposits, purchases gift cards.
    • Prepares packages for shipping, drops off packages to post office and overnight carriers. Assists in the delivery of packages as needed.
    • Purchases food, household goods and other materials for meetings, office events as needed.
    • Arranges and picks up supplies of petty cash, tokens, quarters for parking meter as required.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.

    ESSENTIAL AGENCY VEHICLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Responsible for upkeep and maintenance of all agency vehicles.
    • Ensures all vehicles have current registration, inspection, and insurance documentation.
    • Confirms all safety equipment are in vehicles and in good working order.
    • Analyze and identify faults or problems in company vehicles and keep them in working order.
    • Coordinates and oversees vehicle maintenance and repairs as necessary.
    • Ensures all vehicles are cleaned and ready to be used each morning.
    • Monitors and/or MD MVA for outstanding parking and traffic tickets, and coordinates timely payment of fines, notifies staff members of outstanding tickets.

    MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS :

    • High school diploma or equivalent.
    • Basic computer skills desirable.
    • Valid Driver License and a clean driving record in accordance with the Pathways insurance carrier.
    • Ability to drive a 12-passenger van.
    • Experience and ability to perform basic building maintenance/repairs, including painting, light plumbing, locksmithing, etc.
    • Familiarity with basic vehicle maintenance: change tires, jumpstart cars, top off fluids, oil change, registration, repairs, and daily spot check.

      SKILLS:
    • Strong interpersonal skills and customer skills, including responsiveness and prompt follow-up.
    • Organized and attentive to detail.
    • Ability to prioritize and be flexible.
    • Ability to work with limited supervision.
    • Strong organization and time management skills.
    • Patience, compassion, sensitivity to persons with disabilities and other underserved populations.
    • Ability to work flexible schedule as necessary. May be required to respond to emergencies on nights or weekends.
    • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think logically and find solutions.
    • Willingness to learn new skills to enhance job performance & skill knowledge.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

    • The employee may occasionally lift and/or move 50+ pounds.
    • Must be able to stand for lengthy periods of time as necessary.
    • Must be able to operate a motor vehicle with no restrictions (unless as needed for ADA purposes).

  • Epiq Systems, Inc.

    Facilities Assistant

    2 weeks ago


    Epiq Systems, Inc. Washington, United States

    Essential Job Responsibilities · - Performs office related duties including office moves, replicating appearance in new location; set up of new offices with supplies, ensuring all equipment is functional, and office is presentable; departures, removal of all files delivering them ...


  • Sidwell Friends School Washington, United States

    Sidwell Friends School, a co-educational Quaker day school, seeks an Assistant Director of Facilities to work at their Washington, D.C. and Bethesda, M.D. campus. The Assistant Director of Facilities is a critical member of the facilities team and, with the Director of Facilities ...


  • JLL Arlington, United States

    JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally. · We're JLL. We're a professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We help organizations around the world achieve their ambitions by owning, occupying and investing in real estate. · We ...


  • Institute for Defense Analyses Alexandria, United States

    **Who We Are**: · The Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) is a private, nonprofit corporation headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, just outside Washington, DC. IDA's mission is to answer the most challenging U.S. security and science policy questions with objective analysis le ...


  • SP+ Washington, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionOverview · SP+ is driven by Our Promise, "Making Every Moment Matter for a World on the Go." Our team understands that time is scarce, so we are intentional about putting ourselves in the shoes of those we serve. The result is a unique combination ...

  • St. Coletta of Greater Washington

    Facilities Assistant

    3 weeks ago


    St. Coletta of Greater Washington Washington, United States

    Facilities Assistant · Under general supervision of the Facilities Manager, the incumbent is responsible for assisting in maintenance and repair of the SCGW buildings at all locations and surrounding property as assigned. Duties include participating in periodic inspections of a ...


  • Institute for Justice Arlington, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionThe Institute for Justice, the National Law Firm for Liberty, is seeking an outgoing and energetic professional to fill the role of a full-time Office and Facilities Assistant for its fast-paced headquarters office in Arlington, VA. The ideal cand ...


  • Randstad US washington, United States

    receptionist and facilities assistant. · + washington , district of columbia · + posted 1 day ago · **job details** · summary · + $25 - $28 per hour · + temporary · + associate degree · + category office and administrative support occupations · + referenceAB_4537319 · job details ...


  • Charles River Bethesda, United States

    For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your backgr ...


  • Ameresco Washington, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionAmeresco has a new opportunity on our Federal Solutions Team for an Assistant Facility Manager to help oversee the operation of a large government building located in Washington, DC. · Responsibilities: · Coordinate and supervise field employees ...


  • Randstad USA Washington, United States TEMPORARY, Full time

    Our nonprofit client in Washington, DC is hiring for a temporary-hire Receptionist and Facilities Assistant. This is a fully onsite position at a very metro accessible office. The ideal candidate will be punctual, have great inter-personal skills, and at least a few years of offi ...


  • Trinity Property Consultants Alexandria, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionAt Trinity Property Consultants, your expertise is the key to our continued success. Join us and become an essential part of an organization that values your skills and is committed to your professional growth. Guided by our core values of innovat ...


  • Institute for Defense Analyses Alexandria, United States

    Who We Are: · The Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) is a private, nonprofit corporation headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, just outside Washington, DC. IDA's mission is to answer the most challenging U.S. security and science policy questions with objective analysis lever ...


  • Lil' Kickers of Manassas Manassas, United States

    **Benefits**: · - Company parties · - Opportunity for advancement · - Paid time off · - Training & development · **Company Overview**: · K Sports Complex is the Premier indoor sports complex in Prince William county. We are proud to offer Multisports surfaces (including Basketbal ...

  • DJS FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC

    Facility Assistant

    3 weeks ago


    DJS FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC Alexandria, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionDescription:Ensure delivery of high-quality task outcomes, maintaining stringent standards. · Compile and present comprehensive status reports, utilizing analytical insights to inform management while liaising with others. · Expertly plan and exec ...


  • CW Resources, Inc. Washington, United States Full time

    Looking for a new job opportunity and want to help people? CW Resources is on the lookout for an exceptional individual to join our team If you thrive in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, then this is the opportunity for you · CW Resources is a national non-profit organ ...


  • Institute for Defense Analyses Alexandria, United States

    Overview: · This position performs and coordinates facility and administrative services support activities serving as a lead to service assistant staff, ensuring the efficient and smooth day-to-day operation of the facility. · Primary Responsibilities:Assigns, schedules, and di ...


  • DJS Consulting Group San Francisco, United States Permanent

    RESPONSIBILITIES: · The facility assistant shall at a minimum support facilities manager in preparation · of various other planning documents/milestones for Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) construction projects (i.e., cost and execution milestones, construction schedul ...


  • FIBERTEK, INC. Oak Hill, United States

    Fibertek, Inc. is a leading developer of laser and electro-optic systems for the aerospace community, with key contributions to lasers for atmospheric sensing, laser communications, and lidar sensors for NASA, DoD, and commercial customers. We are looking for a motivated Faciliti ...


  • Kikiktagruk Inupiat Corporation Alexandria, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionTitle: Assistant Facilities Management and Program Analyst · Status: Full Time · Location: Alexandria, VA · Travel: Local travel may be required · Position Summary: · The Assistant Facilities Management and Program Analyst will support the Office ...