Van Jones says this influenced him on career path : ` ` I got tired of going to funerals '' He worked as a social worker before becoming ` ` green - jobs '' ' . He helps people on jobs that help cut water use , do n't harm animals . That means taking public transportation , including a bus and train ride , to get to his office just across the street from the White House . Jones : ` ` I see myself as the green - jobs handyman ''
Van Jones says this influenced him on career path : ` ` I got tired of going to funerals '' He worked as a social worker before becoming ` ` green - jobs '' ' . He helps people on jobs that help cut water use , do n't harm animals . Jones : ` ` I see myself as the green - jobs handyman ''