PT School Custodian at Classical Charter School

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: School Custodian Location: Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction-(ACAGJ) FLSA Status: Salary Non-Exempt Reports To: Facilities Manager Work Hours/Day: Monday-Friday, 4-5 hrs/day, using a worksite calendar. Position Summary: We are looking for a School Custodian to help maintain cleanliness and order in our facilities. The Custodian is responsible for keeping education facilities, equipment, and furnishings clean and organized. Responsibilities include ensuring the common areas, restrooms, offices, and classrooms are clean, and maintaining cleaning equipment to ensure everything needed to clean the school is stocked and ready. We are looking for someone with a high standard of excellence, a professional demeanor, and a can-do attitude to join our team and help us build for the future. The ideal candidate will be a results-driven team player who can manage multiple projects and thrive in a dynamic environment. Essential Functions: Follow existing methods and procedures for maintaining the facility to meet regulatory requirements and accountability reporting Abide by and adhere to all normal safety or security regulations and report infractions Responsible for maintaining a certain standard of cleanliness and sanitation, and associated documentation Perform general, routine custodial duties, including dusting, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, and restocking paper and soap supplies. Perform routine maintenance of custodial equipment, supplies, and any other facilities' needs. Sometimes perform this maintenance alongside a contractor Working in conjunction with the Facility Manager, oversee the cleaning supply stock and make orders as necessary. Ensure facilities equipment is working properly, reporting any malfunctions to the Facility Mgr Support the set-up and tear-down of all year-round school events at our facilities Empty trash receptacles, dispose of trash into compactors and/or dumpsters, and bag trash for proper disposal. Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices. Complete all required training and provide documentation Demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance by adhering to assigned work hours, reporting on time, and following proper procedures for absences or tardiness to ensure minimal disruption to students, colleagues, and school operations Demonstrate proficiency in both written and spoken English to effectively perform their job responsibilities and communicate in the workplace Assist with maintenance projects (scheduled and unscheduled) throughout the day Perform other duties as assigned Requirements: Commitment to the mission and vision of ACACSCommitment to high moral character necessary to sustain ordered liberty and constitutional self-government Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to effectively articulate information and issues Complete necessary trainings or certifications Maintain tools and equipment in clean working order Operate a variety of custodial equipment including a floor stripper, buffer, carpet cleaners, vacuum cleaner, and other small power and hand tools Move and arrange furniture and equipment for meetings and special events Meet schedules and timelines Adherence to all school policiesPhysical Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds Must be able to traverse the classroom and the school  Environment: Indoor/outdoor environment subject to changing conditions and temperatures exceeding 90 degrees at times. • Regular exposures to fumes, dust, odors, heights, and loud noises. • Exposure to cleaning agents and chemicals such as disinfectants, graffiti remover, floor stripper, floor wax, propane, paint thinner. • Working on ladders at varying heights  Physical Demands Hazards • Working with chemicals, tools, and powered machineryMandatory Background Checks: In alignment with our commitment to student safety, all candidates are required to undergo a comprehensive background check, which includes reviewing criminal records and will require fingerprinting. Please be aware that certain findings in the background check may disqualify a candidate from employment in a school setting. These may include, but are not limited to:Convictions for violent crimes, such as assault or domestic violence.Convictions for offenses against children, including abuse or endangerment.Drug-related offenses, particularly those involving the distribution or trafficking of controlled substances.Certain felony convictions, depending on their nature and recency.History of certain misdemeanors that may raise concerns about a candidate's suitability for working in an educational environment. Submission of this application signifies your consent to this process and understanding of these criteria.Verification of Qualifications: For roles that demand specific qualifications or certifications (such as teaching credentials), you will be asked to provide verifiable proof. We also conduct reference checks to validate your professional history and qualificationsAdherence to Colorado Education Laws: Our recruitment process strictly follows the guidelines and regulations set forth by the Colorado Department of Education. We expect all applicants to be familiar with and adhere to these standards.This employer utilizes E-Verify