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Under the direction of the School Operations Manager or Director of Operations, the Custodian will assist and support our schools in maintaining a high level of cleanliness and orderliness in classrooms and around campus.
Essential Responsibilities
Work as a team member to make our school a wonderful place. Engage with students to become one of the family.
Conduct all business in accordance with Open Sky policies and procedures, state, and federal laws; e.g., OSHA, ADA, Fair Housing, etc.
Preventative maintenance/safety always and maintains awareness of proper safety precautions
Constantly observes the condition of school property throughout the community and immediately reports and/or initiates action to correct unsafe conditions
Engage with students in being a steward of their environment
Physically walks the property on a frequent basis and removes litter, debris from the grounds
Removes all trash transfers to the dumpster
Transfers trash and other items left outside of dumpster into the dumpster. Pick-up and sweep area. Keeps dumpster doors closed on windy days.
Keep an inventory of supplies needed and alert leader when supply runs low
Lawncare and grounds upkeep during the spring, summer and fall seasons
Snow removal to include plowing and preventative salting when necessary
Follows scope of work defined by school leaders including but not limited to:
Washes windows, handrails, windowsills, etc.
Dust and mops floors
Cleans bathrooms and removes trash mid-day
Performs work area clean-up and safety related duties
Perform minor repairs and touch-up paint
Serve as a second server daily for any needs in the cafeteria or as directed
Work collaboratively with the regional facilities and notify them in timely manner of any maintenance needs
Live and act as a biblical role model and HOPE Christians Schools representative in your life for our scholars, team members and community.
Agree to always comply with our Code of Conduct and Statement of Faith.
Agree to engage in the faith life of our scholars and in collaboration with other team members.
Performs any additional duties assigned by the School Operations Manager
Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
A minimum of one year of custodial experience
Commitment to HOPE’s mission
Meet all physical demands of the position
Able to take direction.
Work quickly and efficiently
Experience working with elementary age youth or in a school setting strongly preferred
Ability to think outside the box and do whatever it takes to get the job done
Willingness to accept, implements, and grow from constructive feedback
A strong commitment and high expectations for cleanliness and organization
Physical Requirements
Bend/Stoop/Squat/Kneel Perform routine cleaning pick up debris
Climb Stairs Routine duties require access to all levels
Push or Pull Move equipment, appliances, open and close doors, etc.
Comfortable operating cleaning machinery
Reach above Shoulder Perform routine maintenance/repairs, stock and remove equipment, to place trash in dumpster
Climb Ladders Perform routine cleaning
Grasp/Grip/Turning Handle tools and equipment, perform routine cleaning
Finger Dexterity Handle tools and equipment, perform routine cleaning
Lifting/carrying (supplies, trash receptacles, ladders, etc.): Occasional need (1% to 33% of the time) 25 - 75 lbs. Frequent need (33% to 66% of the time) 1 - 25 lbs. Constant need (66% to 100% of the time)
An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Primary and Secondary Education, Education, and Non-profit Organizations
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