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Job Overview: The Building Custodian's mission is to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. Attention to detail, commitment to hygiene, and consistent care play an essential role in creating a space that is comfortable, safe and conducive for education and community engagement. Duties include cleaning, maintenance and groundskeeping.

Duties and Responsibilities: Indoor:

• Wash windows and mirrors.
• Take out the trash.
• Wipe down and sanitize surfaces.
• Clean, sanitize, and stock restrooms and classrooms.
• ? Dust and remove cobwebs.
• Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors and stairways.
• Organize the janitor and supply closets and store all supplies and tools.
• Clean walls and furniture.
• Complete minor repairs, like switching light bulbs and unclogging toilets.
• Change batteries in clocks, exit signs and other equipment.
• Break down and set up tables and chairs for meetings and events.
• Assist in decluttering and organizing basement storage.
• Retrieve supplies and furniture as needed from the basement storage.
• Completes maintenance projects as directed

Outdoor:

• Handle leaf and sidewalk snow removal as needed, including spreading salt.
• Mow lawns, trim hedges, weeds and water plants.
• Wash exterior windows.
• Use common cleaning tools and outdoor power equipment.
• Empty outdoor trash and ashtrays.
•  Sweep and remove litter.
• Lock and unlock the dumpster to ensure access.

General:

• Follow instructions from the Director of Operations.
• Notify the Director of Operations when major repairs are needed.
• Fill out janitorial checklists at the end of every shift.
• Follow closing procedures at the end of shifts.
• Perform inventory for related supplies and equipment.
• Follow safety rules and precautions.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.

Building Custodian Qualifications and Skills:

• Work well independently and have strong time management and organizational skills. Follow written and verbal instructions from management.
• Collaborate with other staff members as needed.
• Handle the physical demands of the job, including standing and walking for most of the shift, reaching, bending, kneeling, climbing ladders, and stairs.
• Able to lift, manipulate and carry at least 75 pounds.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of professional cleaning experience is preferred.
•  Familiarity with Material Safety Data Sheets.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and supplies.
• Ability to safely operate equipment and machinery related to the job.

Work Schedule:

• Part time schedule minimum 10 hours per week, maximum 15 hours per week.
• Sunday through Thursday from 5 pm to 7:00 pm is required for indoor cleaning and
• maintenance with the exception of Holidays.
• Outdoor maintenance, additional indoor cleaning and maintenance and event
• preparation schedule can vary.