Cleaning Equipment, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Facilities Management, Furniture, Furniture Moving, Groundskeeping, Heavy Lifting, High School Diploma, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Maintenance Services, Organizational Skills, Physical Demands, Property Maintenance, Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety
Job Description:
- Keeps building and premises, including sidewalks, driveways, and play areas neat and clean at all times.
- Shovels and sands walks & steps, as needed
- Vacuum and/or sweep classrooms daily and dust furniture
- Clean hallways, restrooms, drinking fountains, and common areas daily and more frequently when required
- Scrub, disinfect, and sanitize restroom facilities
- Wash windows inside and outside as needed
- Remove trash and keep grounds free from debris and rubbish
- Assist with lawn care, snow removal, sanding, and seasonal grounds maintenance
- Ensure exit doors and panic hardware are functioning properly during building occupancy
- Maintain floors in a clean and preserved condition
- Perform minor maintenance and repair work as appropriate
- Report maintenance concerns, damages, or major repairs promptly
- Assist with moving furniture and equipment for school activities and events
- Open and/or secure the building as assigned, ensuring doors, windows, and lights are properly checked
- Follow all local laws and procedures regarding storage and disposal of waste materials and chemicals
- Remain on-site during scheduled hours and for authorized building use, when required
- Moves furniture or equipment within buildings as required for various activities and as directed by the principal.
- Complete additional duties as assigned by the Facilities Manager or Executive Director
Education & Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Knowledge of standard cleaning methods and procedures
- Demonstrated aptitude for assigned responsibilities
- Ability to work successfully and cooperatively with staff and community members
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Experience with using cleaning equipment, including vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and cleaning solutions
- Background in handling, mixing, and using cleaning chemicals
- Knowledge of occupational hazards safety rules
- Physical requirements:
- Ability to lift and move heavy objects, 50lbs and heavier objects
- Ability to climb ladders and work at varying heights
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the workday
Knowledge & Experience
- Knowledge of standard cleaning methods and procedures
- Experience using cleaning equipment, including vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and cleaning solutions
- Experience handling, mixing, and using cleaning chemicals safely
- Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety procedures
- Experience with general building maintenance and minor repairs preferred
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Executive Director may find appropriate and acceptable
Reports To: Facilities Manager and Executive Director
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Salary Range: $18.54-$20.50 depending on experience
Work Hours: This is a Part-Time position for 20 hours per week. Monday-Friday 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm.
Work Year: 12 months
Holidays: Employees shall be entitled to fourteen (14) paid holidays per year (4 hours per day) for 12-month employees as specified in the Employee Handbook.
Leave: Part-time custodians are granted 7.5 sick days per year, 1.5 personal days and 5 vacation days (a day is a 4 hour day)
Insurance: No health benefits are provided for this position.
The employee is not eligible to contribute to the 403b plan.
To apply, please send resume, letter of intent, 1 letter of recommendation, 3 references at least one must be current supervisor to Sally Dastoli, Executive Director sdastoli@odyssyeschool.org and Jeffrey Cortes, Facilities Manager jcortes@odysseyschool.org