The primary purpose of the School Custodian and Mainentance Technician is to maintain cleanliness and assure the smooth and efficient operation of the school’s physical facilities, including support of school administrators, instructional staff and programs so that the school’s Mission is achieved. This is accomplished through performing the Essential Job Functions, effective communication, reporting, procurement of needed supplies and materials, exceptional public relations skills and superior work-product. The School Custodian will assist other school employees with specific duties when workloads dictate a need.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Essential Job Function satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Requirements and Essential Job Functions are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skill and/or abilities. An individual must successfully pass a criminal background check, including state, regional and/or federal fingerprint background checks and submit to drug testing as required periodically or randomly. For positions that include operating a motor vehicle, a valid Driver’s License, acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) and successful completion of a State Division of Risk Management Defensive Driving course are required. First Aid and CPR certification is preferred for all positions and required for certain defined positions.

Essential Job Functions—Specific:

Facilities and equipment
 Keep all aspects of the school building in good repair
 Keep all equipment in good condition, performing routine maintenance and repairing as needed
 Fix any problems or disrepair in the school building
 Take ownership of the job, assuming the role of caretaker of the building and grounds.
 Change light bulbs as needed
 Assist school staff and outside vendors with deliveries, including unloading, uncrating and assembling goods and materials
 Assist school staff with transportation errands to retrieve goods and materials procured or donated to the school
 Transport, assemble, clean, repair or perform other tasks related to the procurement and use of both new and used goods, materials and equipment.
 Open, close, and secure the building and respond to alarm calls after hours
 Arrange with outside vendors for non-routine projects and the repair and maintenance of non-routine equipment
Grounds
 Remove snow from sidewalks and apply ice melt as needed
 Keep the grounds in good condition
 Repair sprinklers as needed; ensure sprinkler coverage of the landscaping
 Mow lawns and keep them free of weeds and debris
 Arrange with outside vendors for non-routine projects and the repair and maintenance of non-routine equipment

Custodial/Janitorial:
 Clean carpets throughout the school
 Perform general janitorial tasks that can be completed during school hours, including maintaining restrooms
 Clean the lunchroom each day
 Complete periodic cleaning checklists and submit to administration weekly or as requested
 Complete and oversee all aspects of school cleanliness, including periodic cleaning duties and oversight and execution of cleaning and maintenance checklists over holiday breaks and summer break
 Respond to janitorial problems (clogged toilets, bathroom accidents, student illnesses, missing supplies) as they occur during the school day or evening hours
 Coordinate with janitorial staff and/or contracted services to complete daily janitorial tasks
 Monitors students and staff in and around work areas (e.g. halls, multipurpose rooms, lunch rooms, restrooms, grounds etc.) for the purpose of preventing injuries and ensuring site safety
Other Duties
 Other duties as directed by school Administration or as the job requires

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement:
It is the policy of the school to promote equal employment opportunities through a positive continuing program. The school is an equal opportunity employer. The school will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination, against any applicant or employee because of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age marital status, or any other group protected by law.

Contact: Shannon Singleton
Email: shannon@chartersolutions.org

Please email resume to shannon@chartersolutions.org. Include a cover letter.