Custodian

CustodianTrenton, NJScheduleMonday-Saturday 7:00am-4:00pm, 9:00am-6:00pm, 11:00am-9:00pm, 1:00pm-11:00pmSalary: $35,000-$45,000 (based on experience) What is the opportunity?As a Custodian at Foundation Academies, you will play an essential role in creating a clean, safe, and welcoming environment where scholars and staff can thrive. This is more than maintaining a building; it is ensuring our campuses are ready every day to support learning, safety, and operational excellence.You will have the opportunity to make a visible impact on the daily experience of students, families, and staff by helping maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety, and facility readiness. From preparing spaces for learning and special events to responding to campus needs with urgency and professionalism, your work directly contributes to a positive school culture.At Foundation Academies, custodians are valued members of the team who help ensure our schools remain environments where scholars can focus, staff can do their best work, and families feel welcomed. You will join a mission-driven organization committed to teamwork, reliability, and excellence in service.What is in it for you?Merit-based pay increases annuallyComprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefit plansTax-deferred 403b retirement account with 25% matching up to a certain amountFree financial wellness advising through our Financial Advisor ServiceOptional short or long-term disability benefits through AflacRegular strategic professional development and coachingCareer advancement opportunitiesSmartphone and fully paid wireless plan through T-MobileWindows-based laptopRegular team-building activities and outings10 sick days and 3 personal days that roll over annually30 paid holiday observancesWhat will you be doing?Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation across classrooms, hallways, offices, restrooms, cafeterias, common areas, and exterior spacesSweeping, mopping, vacuuming, waxing, and maintaining floors according to established schedulesCleaning and sanitizing restrooms while ensuring supplies remain fully stockedEmptying trash and recycling containers daily and maintaining clean, hazard-free spacesOperating custodial equipment and handling cleaning products safely and according to proceduresCompleting room setups and breakdowns for school events, meetings, and activitiesResponding to urgent custodial needs and campus requests in a timely and professional mannerReporting maintenance concerns, damages, and safety issues to supervisors promptlySupporting seasonal, deep-cleaning, emergency response, weather-related, and special event needs as assignedCollaborating with school staff and facilities team members to maintain a positive, safe, and welcoming school environmentFollowing all safety protocols, emergency procedures, confidentiality expectations, and professional standardsWhat do we require from you?High school diploma or equivalent preferredPrevious custodial or janitorial experience is a plusAbility to operate cleaning equipment and handle cleaning chemicals safelyStrong attention to detail and time management skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamAbility to follow written and verbal instructionsReliable transportation preferredAbility to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in a school settingBilingual abilities are a plusFlexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, or support emergencies based on campus operational needs.Want to join our FAmily?We are Foundation Academies: Trenton, New Jersey's largest and highest-ranking K-12 free public charter school serving more than 1,000 scholars across three schools on two campuses. Our mission is to ensure that all of our students secure the academic knowledge and skills to prepare them for the nation's finest colleges, and to instill in them the core values of caring, respect, responsibility, and honesty. We admit students by lottery, irrespective of gender, race, household income, or academic ability.Our team of experienced and mission-driven urban educators values growth mindsets, lifelong learners, and individuals who believe that every child deserves an excellent education. We hold ourselves, our students, and our city to high standards because that's what our families deserve.We are conveniently located a quick car ride to downtown Princeton, a 45-minute SEPTA ride to Philly's Center City, and a hop on the NJ Transit Express to New York City.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:Foundation Academies is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available persons in every job. Foundation Academies prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, gender identity, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. All such discrimination is unlawful and prohibited by Foundation Academies. It is also our policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.