Academies of Math and Science Day Porter Custodian
We're excited to provide the best education in the best environment to our students!
Position Summary
We are looking for an exceptional day porter person to perform a variety of general maintenance and custodial duties in and around school buildings including plumbing, painting, landscaping, and repairs.
Responsibilities
- Assess all areas of the school and clean as necessary
- Prepare and stage cleaning supplies
- Maintain a supply of and account for cleaning supplies and equipment; always maintain an adequate inventory
- Comply with chemical handling laws and safety regulations as required; maintain a safe working environment
- Answer questions and interact professionally with school administration
- Cleans and maintains building facilities including classrooms, break rooms, conference rooms, teacher work rooms, hallways, gymnasiums, lunchrooms, nurses' rooms, stages, lobby / receptionist areas, etc.
- Performs the necessary room set-ups for scheduled meetings and events (including daily cafeteria set-up)
- Sweeps, mops, scrubs, and vacuums floors using cleaning solutions, tools, and equipment
- Cleans and / or polishes walls, ceilings, windows, door glass, and building fixtures
- Launder towels and mop heads
- Dusts furniture, walls, light fixtures, baseboards, student desks and other equipment
- Gathers and empties trash throughout the campus, including on the exterior of the campus as necessary
- Cleans and sanitizes bathrooms daily
- Cleans and services cleaning equipment daily and as needed
- Applies wax or sealers to wood or concrete floors as directed by Head of Operations / Facilities Manager
- Assists in building security, locking and unlocking of doors and gates
- Assist with routine maintenance tasks such as light bulb and filter changes
- Notifies Front Office Manager of the need to order materials / supplies.
- Notifies Head of Operations / Facilities Manager needs for major repairs, or additions to building operating systems
- Ability to operate and mechanically understand the following machines, tools, and other special equipment and supplies used to perform job duties : hand tools, small power tools, ladder, backpack and upright vacuum, floor buffer, carpet extractor, cleaning and polishing chemicals, wheeled utility cart
- Knowledge of HAZMAT regulations and Safety Data Sheets required
- Other duties as assigned
Employee Benefits
Competitive salariesPaid sick days and personal leaveFully paid employee benefits including medical, dental, short / long term disability, and life insurance; optional low-cost vision insurance401k retirement plan (with employer contributions)Compensation : $14.70 - $17 per hour, DOE.
Qualified Candidates Must Have
High School Diploma or GED2 years' Experience with cleaning school environments or similarFamiliar with SDSUnderstanding of basic cleaning equipment operation such as Backpack Vacuum, Floor Varnisher, Microfiber Cleaning Systems.Ability to work in teamsAbility to respond to School Emergencies such as classroom spills and lunchroom spillsAbility to obtain a Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance CardJoin us to enjoy rewarding challenges and ongoing opportunities!