Facilities Assistant

The Facilities Assistant supports the overall care, upkeep, and functionality of the Atlas Performing Arts Center. This role focuses on general repairs, routine building maintenance, and grounds support to ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for artists, audiences, and staff. The ideal candidate is reliable, self-directed, comfortable with early morning hours, and able to handle a variety of hands-on tasks.

THE ATLAS STORY Originally built in 1938, the Atlas was one of four movie theaters on H Street NE. For 30 years, the iconic movie house was a second home for film lovers throughout the H Street Corridor. The Atlas was reborn in 2006 as a community-based organization that boasts a 59,000 square-foot performing arts center with four performance spaces, dance studios, offices, back-of-house facilities and an expansive lobby with a bar. OUR MISSION The Atlas Performing Arts Center provides spaces for artists to create music, theatre and dance to entertain and engage audiences in exploring the ideas and issues of our time. We nurture an environment that welcomes artists representing our diverse community. We invest in partnerships and programs that reflect the best of the arts and our humanity. ATLAS PROGRAMS The Atlas has four performance spaces, and we often host free events in our lobby. We produce Atlas Presents performances and rent our spaces to other artist groups so they can create their own productions. We support and partner with DC arts makers – our Resident Arts Partners – including Capital City Symphony, Mosaic Theater Company of DC, Visionaries of the Creative Arts (VOCA), and Joy of Motion Dance Center. The Atlas and our Resident Arts Partners collectively offer free and reduced-cost arts programming and services valued at over $1.6 million per year. Atlas Arts Lab provides a platform for individual artists to develop new work and to serve the community through engagement initiatives that encourage civic dialogue and community cohesion. Rooted in social justice, Atlas’ award-winning City at Peace youth development program uses performing arts as a learning tool to develop skills in dance, theatre, voice, and stage production, as well as skills in conflict resolution, personal storytelling, empathy, understanding, and leadership. The Atlas INTERSECTIONS Festival is a multi-week performing arts festival that presents work that impacts our society, culture, and world by informing, inspiring, educating, and entertaining. The annual festival hosts over 600 artists and entertains thousands of audience members. We proudly partner with community nonprofit and arts organizations like St. Coletta of Greater Washington and BroadFutures as well as Glade Dance/NACHMO to integrate a wider community in the cultural life of the city at the Atlas.

Additional Information: Atlas Performing Arts Center is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Key Responsibilities

Building Maintenance and Repairs: 

• Assist with basic repairs such as patching, painting, light carpentry, and minor plumbing tasks. 

• Replace light bulbs, ceiling tiles, and other routine maintenance items. 

• Monitor building systems and immediately report issues to the Operations Manager. 

Grounds and Exterior Care: 

• Support exterior upkeep, including trash removal, sweeping walkways, maintaining entrances, and cleaning roof dome strainers/drains. 

• Assist with landscaping tasks such as clearing debris, or seasonal cleanup. 

Event and Facility Support: 

• Prepare spaces for daytime rentals or internal meetings as needed. 

• Assist in moving furniture, equipment, and supplies. 

• Support basic custodial tasks when required to maintain a clean and safe environment. 

Safety and Compliance

• Follow all safety protocols and procedures. 

• Report hazards, maintenance needs, and security concerns to the Operations Manager. 

Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience in general maintenance, building repairs, or facilities support preferred. 

• Ability to work early mornings and a consistent weekly schedule. 

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality work. 

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and perform physical tasks safely. 

• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with the Operations Manager and team. 

Employment Details

This is a part-time hourly position, averaging 10–15 hours per week. The role includes only the paid sick leave required under DC law. No additional benefits are offered.

For consideration, please apply by January 8, 2026.