Thank you for your interest in working for SOME (So Others Might Eat)
As a faith-inspired organization, SOME was founded and built upon the belief in dignity and respect for all people. We all are worthy of it and responsible for it. Appreciation for our shared humanity and sense of community has been a central feature of our mission for over 50 years. This is the call to action that SOME represents: to serve, empower and elevate all members of our community. As champions of our mission, we commit to creating an environment that welcomes and celebrates the diverse array of employees and clients we engage with every day. We strive to be bold in our work, knowing that to drive meaningful change, we must not shy away from discomfort. We reject all forms of individual and systemic discrimination, work actively to eliminate the abuse of privilege and power, and seek justice and equity for all we encounter.
Below are the current positions that are available. Please take a few moments to explore our website to learn more about us before applying.
Our Process Is Simple. Review the vacancy announcements and follow the specific instructions indicated. If you do not have a resume, it is recommended that you devise one.
All positions require a criminal background check, and some positions require other pre-employment screenings such as substance abuse tests, child abuse registry check, & FBI check. All positions require three professional references, preferably from supervisors. Most positions require a two-tier interview process. Copies of required credentials will be requested upon job offer.
SOME, Inc. is a proactive equal-opportunity employer. We ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without any discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
SOME, Inc. is deeply committed to ensuring the job application process is accessible to all users. If you require assistance or have any concerns about the accessibility of our website or the application process, please feel free to contact us at onlineaccommodations@some.org. This contact information is specifically for accommodation requests and does not pertain to application status inquiries.
To read our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. To view our notices to employees and applicants for employment, click on their corresponding link: EEOC Know Your Rights Notice, Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision Notice, and E-Verify Program Notice.
Please upload your cover letter and resume then proceed to complete the application. You must complete the application in its entirety to be considered.
Building Maintenance Service Tech Instructor (#100459)
| Department: | Center for Employment Training |
| Location: | Washington, DC |
SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in the District of Columbia, helping them to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives, improve lives, and help to transform the lives of individuals and families, their communities, and the systems and structures that affect them. We meet immediate needs with food, clothing, and healthcare, and offer the tools one needs to live with hope, dignity, and greater independence.
Compensation:
We offer our employees a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our organizational culture, mission, and core values. The salary range for this position is $65,000.00 to $68,739.84 and is commensurate with experience.
OME (So Others Might Eat) is seeking a passionate and experienced Building Maintenance Service Technician Instructor to join our Center for Employment Training.
Position Description: This role is responsible for developing and delivering a dynamic, hands-on curriculum that prepares adult learners for careers in building maintenance. The instructor will manage the classroom environment, coordinate curriculum development, and help students gain both technical skills and workplace readiness to thrive in the industry.
This position is located at our Center for Employment Training (CET), a tuition-free adult workforce training program that prepares adult learners for national, industry-recognized certifications for careers in Healthcare and the Building Trades. CET empowers people to move out of homelessness and poverty and into living-wage careers through hard and soft skills training, adult basic education, and career development.
CET is located at the Conway Center on Benning Road in NE Washington, DC.
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (40 hours per week)
Required: High School Diploma or GED; 3-5 yrs. Experience in Building Maintenance in a residential/apartment setting
Required License/Certification: Certification in Electrical, Carpentry, HVAC, or Plumbing
Expected Contributions:
- Deliver building maintenance service courses to students
- Maintain curriculum in accordance with Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) recommendations aligned with CET holistic mission; update curriculum as needed
- Maintain and develop a program manual that includes lesson plans, quizzes, and tests for the approved curriculum
- Modify teaching approach based on specific topics and utilize various experiential, tactical, and relational teaching methods such as lectures, role-play, group projects, individual assignments, games, field trips, etc.
- Prepare written instructional materials for trainees that are explicit and comprehensive
- Differentiate instruction among multi-level learners (creative grouping, leveled assignments, etc.)
- Ensure eligible students take the occupational credential exam at the designated time
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of maintenance operations and OSHA requirements
- Time management skills with the ability to prioritize
- Ability to communicate with diverse audiences
- Teaching ability
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Organized with attention to detail
- Presentation Skills
- Ability to set professional boundaries
- Supervisory skills
- Multitasking skills with the ability to be productive despite competing priorities
Reports to: Instructional Manager
Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Requires looking at a computer screen for several hours a day. May be required to sit or stand for long periods. This position may be active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing.
Position Designation: This position is designated as Safety Sensitive. You may be subject to Drug and Alcohol testing prior to or during your employment with SOME. In this position, you may be disqualified from employment based on the presence of marijuana in test results, even if you possess a medical card authorizing the use of medical marijuana.
To Apply: Go to our career page at https://www.some.org/careers/open-opportunities and click on the search icon to locate this position. Follow the instructions to complete your online application profile to be considered. No phone calls, please.
SOME, Inc. is a proactive equal-opportunity employer. We ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
SOME, Inc. is deeply committed to ensuring the job application process is accessible to all users. If you require assistance or have any concerns about the accessibility of our website or the application process, please feel free to contact us at onlineaccommodations@some.org. This contact information is specifically for accommodation requests and does not pertain to application status inquiries.
To read our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. To view our notices to employees and applicants for employment, click on their corresponding links: EEOC Know Your Rights Notice and E-Verify Program Notice.
