Building Operations Attendant

About Us:

If you are passionate about the ability of American business to improve lives, solve problems, and strengthen society, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the place for you. As the world’s largest business organization, we believe in building a future that gives everyone the opportunity to pursue a better tomorrow. We make it our job today–and every day–to build the strongest relationships possible among the American people, business leaders, and elected officials in Washington, D.C., state capitals, and countries around the globe. For them and the businesses we represent, the U.S. Chamber is a trusted advocate and partner. 

We are driven by the pursuit of innovation and partnership and hold ourselves to the highest standards. Our commitment to our members is matched only by our commitment to our employees. As part of our team, we will support your long-term career development while delivering relevant learning opportunities. We will empower you to lead, develop deep expertise, and find new approaches to solving the toughest challenges.  

Position Overview:

The Building Operations Attendant at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce will assist in managing high-profile meetings and event setups, coordinate daily schedules, and support office logistics and maintenance. This position requires excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and experience in maintenance tasks. Flexibility for overtime and weekend work is necessary.

Responsibilities:

• Be responsible for high-profile meetings and event setups.
• Review and distribute the daily meeting schedule to fellow team members and make setup adjustments if needed.
• Meet daily with the supervisor of Building Operations to ensure that work is completed on time.
• Partner with the Events team to review the weekly schedule and proactively address last-minute changes.
• Help with office moves, seating assignments for new hires, and conference room logistics.
• Serve as the Building Operations team backup to cover office administrative responsibilities.
• Provide some janitorial support and other duties as assigned.
• Participate in walkthroughs ahead of major events such as visits from the board of directors and heads of state.
• Log all projects/tasks completed through the course of the week.
• Maintain standard building needs (e.g., refill hand sanitizers and water containers).
• Provide day-to-day office space maintenance support for staff (e.g., art hangings, furniture changes).
• Maintain and repair equipment.
• Handle other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of related logistics experience within a catering environment and setups in an office environment.
• Experience as a maintenance worker or in a similar role is preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Good verbal, writing, and computer skills.
• Excellent customer service.
• Ability to work independently and in group settings.
• Ability to multitask.
• Experience moving and storing furniture.
• Able to frequently lift boxes and equipment weighing up to 60 pounds. 
• Able to work from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Mondays–Fridays in the office with flexibility for overtime and weekends. 

The salary range for this position is $45,750.00 to $52,000.00. The actual salary paid for this position will vary based on market data, an applicant’s qualifications, relevant degrees, certifications, and other factors. Our full-time employees are eligible for benefits, including health care, vision, dental, retirement, and paid leave.

We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Our talent acquisition and employment policies are inclusive. We respect both the spirit and letter of the laws of equal employment opportunity.