Part Time Custodian - Evening Shiff

Position Type:
Facilities/Custodian

Date Posted:
4/11/2025

Location:
Odyssey Charter School

Date Available:
Immediate Openings

District:
Odyssey Charter School


Job Title: Custodian (29.5 hours per week maximum )
Department: Campus Facilities
Supervisor: Facilities Manager

About Us:
The future is brighter than ever for Odyssey Charter School, and we are in search of highly motivated, equally passionate individuals to join our Team! Odyssey is a full-scale K-12 Charter School currently serving 2,400+ students. Our School has a growing dual immersion program, innovative green Initiative, community food program, and high academic outcomes. Odyssey is united in our mission to prepare lifelong learners who are culturally aware, global citizens that utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills grounded in the classical teachings of Greek education and language. This approach trains students to use the Socratic Method and inquiry approach to learning while leveraging their unique skills and talents equitably and democratically to create a positive culture where all students can find success.

Position Goals: Maintain a clean and safe interior and exterior environment in various buildings and grounds on campus, perform light maintenance and assist staff with various requests to allow for the smooth operation of education services.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities :

• Vacuum, mop, sweep, etc. all floor areas including classrooms, offices, restrooms, etc.
• Sanitize, disinfect and clean all restrooms including toilets, urinals, sinks, mirrors, partitions, dispensers, dryers, etc.
• Restock supplies as necessary including paper towels, toilet paper, sanitary bags, etc.
• Perform general cleanup of all interior and exterior areas of the building as directed
• Manage routine upkeep of exterior areas, green space, and parking lot to include weed control, debris pickup, mulching, etc.
• Complete non-routine cleaning according to specified job orders
• Remove garbage and recycling daily and prepare bins for weekly pick-up
• Handle emergency cleaning and upkeep requests

Position Core Competencies:

• Job Knowledge - Understands duties and responsibilities, has necessary job knowledge, has necessary technical skills, understands company mission/values, keeps job knowledge current, is in command of critical issues
• Productivity - Manages a fair workload, volunteers for additional work, prioritizes tasks, develops good work procedures,
• Quality - Is attentive to detail and accuracy, is committed to excellence, looks for improvements continuously monitors quality levels, finds the root cause of quality problems, owns/acts on quality problems
• Teamwork- Meets all team deadlines and responsibilities, listens to others and values opinions, helps team leader to meet goals, welcomes newcomers, and promotes a team atmosphere.

Professional Experience:

• Knowledge of institutional and/or commercial cleaning duties
• Knowledge of cleaning equipment and chemicals

Basic Physical Requirements:

• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling 20 to 50 pounds and constantly moving items correctly and safely;
• Frequent kneeling, bending, crouching, and reaching;
• Frequent handling of various sizes and weights of items.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent;
• Ability to communicate effectively;
• Knowledge of cleaning equipment and chemicals;
• Reliable transportation;
• Valid driver's license;
• Neat and clean appearance.

Standard Requirements

• Favorable Criminal Background Check
• Favorable Child Abuse Registry Check
• Tuberculin Test
• Mandatory Direct Deposit of paycheck

Important Application Information

Interested applicants must apply online and upload:

• Letter of interest
• Resume
• Proof of certification
• Most recent job evaluation
• Three professional references (supervisors or managers)

For assistance with the application process or to request a paper application, please contact the OCS Human Resources Team at View phone number on click.appcast.io .

Application Procedures

Internal Candidates:
Qualified applicants must complete an online application or submit a current resume with license/certification information. Letters of recommendation are optional.

External Candidates:
Qualified applicants must complete an online application and submit:

• Letter of interest
• Current resume
• Recent evaluations and/or student teaching evaluations
• Transcripts
• Current, Active License/Certification
• Three (3) professional references, must be supervisory level
• Three (3) letters of recommendation dated within the last year

Previous submissions will not automatically be considered. Applicants must apply specifically for the Job ID associated with this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Odyssey Charter School is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment or educational programs, services, or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, military/veteran status, disability, marital status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable state and federal laws, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Delaware Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and other relevant laws.