Facilities Associate

Thank you for your interest. If you are a Green Dot internal employee, please apply using the Jobs Hub on the Workday Home Page. If you are a Green Dot contract/independent worker, please apply through the External Posting URL.OPPORTUNITYUnder the direct supervision of the Facilities Manager, the Facilities Associate is responsible for providing on-site facility services and day-to-day maintenance for Green Dot’s schools in Los Angeles, CA. Major job responsibilities include maintaining safe and working facilities for our students, employees and visitors, repairing and fixing building and furniture related issues, managing custodial staff, and coordinating with external vendors. Green Dot California classified personnel have union representation as members of the Ánimo Classified Employees Association (ACEA), an affiliate of the California Teachers Association (CTA) and the National Education Association (NEA).ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES> Provide facility- and maintenance-related services for all Green Dot schools as assigned> Respond to facilities requests in a timely manner using the maintenance work order system; work orders are accurately inputted, scheduled, closed and tracked with superb communication to requestor> Proactively identify facilities maintenance needs> Ensure custodial staff is maintaining a clean and safe environment> Ensure school staff are adhering to facilities safety per local and state code requirements and general best practices (extension cords, storage, etc.)> Travel between all Green Dot school sites as needed> Able to work overtime, Saturdays and Sundays (as needed) in order to serve Green Dot Los Angeles schools> Able to respond to any facility-related emergency 24 hours a day, 7 days a week> Work cooperatively and effectively with faculty and staff, without direct supervision on some assigned projects> Able to assume additional tasks as directed by the Facilities Manager and/or the Director of FacilitiesQUALIFICATIONSAs an ideal candidate, you:> have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED); trade certification/licensing is a plus> have the skills and knowledge to perform facility maintenance activities and light repair, including (but not limited to) those for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, electrical, plumbing, furniture repair, lock repair, drywall, painting/plastering, carpet, and roofs.> have excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral)> possess basic computer skills> have at least 3 years of experience in the area of facility maintenance, including the routine use of power tools> are able to bend, squat, kneel, and the ability to lift at least 50 lbs.> are able to climb and balance upon ladders 6.0 feet tall, or less> can handle a variety of tasks at one time> can complete assigned tasks and projects in a timely and effective manner> can exercise discretion in the dissemination of information> have access to a personal vehicle in good working order, a valid Driver's License and a clean driving record, as well as proof of auto insurance is required> are dependable, have a sense of humor and a rock-solid commitment to Green Dot’s mission and the communities we serve> will need to pass a TB test and background check at time of offerJOB REQUIREMENTS> Work Hours: This position requires consistent attendance during scheduled hours, as flexibility is limited by classroom or operational requirements.> Physical Requirements: The position may require certain physical abilities, such as interacting with prospective families, traveling across Los Angeles County, walking or standing for long periods or moving through various parts of the school.> Social Requirements: The position requires extensive interaction with students, colleagues, and members of the public.> On-Site Presence: This role requires regular, in-person attendance to meet the needs of students, staff, and the school environment. Remote work/telecommuting is generally not an option.The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to perform the job.COMPENSATIONThe starting hourly rate range for this position is $23.19 - $25.05 based on education. In addition, Green Dot offers one of the most robust and comprehensive benefits packages in the industry (for both you and your dependents):> Full-time employees are eligible to participate in Green Dot’s benefit plans effective on the first of the month following their date of hire.> PPO, EPO and HMO choices for medical, dental and vision - including a 100% employee-only paid option; multiple tiers available for purchase at a reduced cost for dependents (visit for more information)> Employee Assistance Program (100% employer-paid)> Life and AD&D Insurance (100% employer-paid)> Optional Term Life & AD&D Insurance> Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance (100% employer-paid)> Flexible Spending Accounts (health and dependent care)> Wellness programs and resources> Financial planning/coaching access> California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) participation, with both employee and employer contributions> Optional non-matching 401(k) plan> Hourly rate increase for earning an Associate degree/Trade certification and/or Bachelor degree/Trade license (post-hire)> Annual hourly rate increase*> Annual ‘perfect attendance’ bonus*> Tuition reimbursement for pre-approved, job-related coursework/workshops> Approved family care and/or medical leave (unpaid)Green Dot also offers generous paid time off for an overall work-life balance, while giving employees the opportunity to impact a growing, mission-driven organization that is committed to the success of all students.APPLICATION PROCEDUREWe ask that all candidates complete an online application at Only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted and we hire on a rolling basis. We are looking to fill this opening as soon as possible.Green Dot Public Schools has embedded a diversity, equity and inclusion lens in our organizational culture, as well as in our educational and talent practices. We are committed to hiring those who reflect the diversity of our communities, and we recruit, employ, support, compensate and promote employees, without regard to their actual or perceived race, religious creed (including religious dress or grooming practices), color, national origin or ancestry (including native language spoken), physical or mental disability (including HIV or AIDS), medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and expression), parental status, age (forty (40) and over), sexual orientation, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, citizenship, immigration status or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. Please note that Green Dot Public Schools is unable to sponsor any applicant for a temporary or permanent U.S employment-based visa, nor hire any applicant currently holding a temporary U.S. employment-based visa.Green Dot California Central Office, Los Angeles, CA #J-18808-Ljbffr