Facilities & Custodial Associate (Part-Time)

About Us

At Friends of the Children SF Bay Area (Friends-SF) we are breaking the cycle of generational poverty by empowering youth to achieve their big dreams. Each child in our program is paired with a long-term salaried professional mentor a Friend who walks alongside them from kindergarten through high school graduation for 12 years no matter what.

Founded in 2017 Friends-SF is part of a nationwide network with a 30-year track record of proven impact. We proudly serve the Bayview-Hunters Point community and are committed to expanding our reach across the Bay Area.

You can learn more about us at .

Why This Role Matters

Our building is an important part of our program. Its where young people meet with their mentors try new activities learn new skills share meals and build community. We believe our spaces should tell every child and family who walks through the door that they matter they belong and they deserve a place that is safe welcoming and cared for.

Were looking for a Facilities & Custodial Associate to help make that happen. Youll take day-to-day ownership of the care and readiness of our buildingkeeping it clean and well stocked getting rooms ready for programming and events handling simple fixes and catching bigger issues early so they never get in the way of our work with kids.

If you take pride in a well-kept space notice what needs attention before anyone asks and enjoy figuring out how to fix things wed love to meet you.

What Youll Do

Cleaning: Keep our spaces clean healthy and welcoming - 50%

Clean and sanitize restrooms 2 kitchens youth program spaces offices meeting rooms hallways and other shared areas

Sweep vacuum mop and spot-clean floors and wipe down tables chairs desks doors interior glass and high-touch surfaces

Empty trash compost and recycling and keep restrooms and shared spaces stocked with supplies

Complete scheduled deep-cleaning projects and respond to spills and other cleaning needs during your shift

Keep building entrances exterior areas garden and parking lot clean orderly and welcoming

Store custodial equipment and cleaning products safely and keep supply closets organized

Facilities Support: Help operations run smoothly and safely 40%

Complete a daily building and grounds walkthrough to identify cleaning maintenance safety repair pest exterior garden parking lot or supply needs and support preventive maintenance

Handle basic repairs and resourceful troubleshooting including assembling furniture tightening hardware hanging shelves or artwork where appropriate spackling minor drywall damage and researching solutions for simple equipment appliance or fixture issues

Report leaks lighting issues pest concerns broken equipment and any health safety or security concerns to the Director of Operations right away

Track supply levels keep an organized inventory and let the Director of Operations know when items need to be reordered

Receive and put away deliveries and keep storage areas kitchens and supply rooms organized

Provide approved vendors access to the building show them the issue or work area help coordinate visits document completion and report unresolved concerns to the Director of Operations

Review assigned building-support requests during scheduled workdays address routine requests update their status and escalate items requiring vendor or management support

Space Preparation: Get spaces ready for kids families and events - 10%

Set up rooms for youth programming staff meetings trainings family gatherings board meetings and other events

Reset and clean spaces afterward so theyre ready for whoever comes next

Support seasonal building projects including deep cleaning organizing and getting the building ready for busy periods

What this role is (and isnt)

Youll handle the simple fixes that keep our building in good shape such as furniture assembly tightening hardware minor wall patching hanging items where appropriate and basic equipment troubleshooting. You wont be expected to do electrical plumbing HVAC landscaping construction security-system work or anything else that calls for specialized training or a license. For those we bring in trusted vendors and youll help us spot the problem early and support access and follow-through.

What You Bring

We know great candidates dont always check every box. If this role excites you and you see yourself in much of whats below we encourage you to apply.

Reliability and punctuality and the ability to keep a consistent schedule

Strong attention to detail and pride in keeping spaces clean and cared for

The ability to work independently and spot what needs doing without being asked

A resourceful problem-solving approach including the ability to research and learn how to fix minor equipment or appliance issues on your own

Comfort with basic hand tools and tasks like hanging shelving mounting artwork and assembling furniture

Experience in custodial janitorial housekeeping facilities building operations or professional cleaning work

Good organizational skills especially around supplies storage and keeping spaces ready

The judgment to juggle several routine building needs and know what to tackle first

Clear professional communication with staff and vendors including flagging concerns promptly

A warm respectful presence with children families staff volunteers and visitors

A commitment to creating welcoming respectful spaces for people from all backgrounds

Preferred experience

Previous custodial facilities building operations or maintenance experience in a community center youth-serving organization school or similar setting is preferred

Physical requirements

This role involves regular standing walking bending reaching and repetitive cleaning tasks throughout the building as well as lifting and carrying supplies and moving furniture and equipment as needed. Team lifting or appropriate equipment should be used when needed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Other requirements

Must pass fingerprint and background checks

Must pass pre-employment drug screening

Must have safe driving record and valid drivers license

What We Offer

Meaningful work that directly supports youth and families in the Bayview-Hunters Point community

A friendly collaborative team that values the people who keep our space running

A steady part-time schedule of 20 hours per week

Compensation and schedule

Rate of pay: $27.00 per hour

Paid time off:

40 hours of paid sick leave allotted each year with annual carryover of unused hours

Paid vacation accrued at a prorated (half-time) rate of approximately 60 hours per year

Holiday pay includes an annual winter closure based on your regular half-time schedule

Schedule: 20 hours per week - some shifts may be scheduled before or after regular programming hours. Occasional schedule changes may be needed to support events family gatherings and trainings.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume. We would also welcome a note from you sharing what draws you to the role and to Friends-SF.

Local SF Bay Area candidates only. No relocation assistance is offered.

Friends of the Children SF Bay Area is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to addressing discriminatory practices. The equal employment opportunity policy of Friends of the Children provides fair and equal opportunities for all employees and job applicants. Friends of the Children hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.