SCHOOL CUSTODIAN

Boston MA

Description

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School seeks full-time Custodians. The Custodian provides custodial services at his/her assigned campus site(s) and is responsible for ensuring a sanitary and safe environment for students, staff, and visitors. S/he plays an essential role in supporting a clean, welcoming, and highly functioning physical space that promotes health, positive attitude, and pride of students. Typical Schedule: 7am-3pm, with availability to work nights and weekends when needed for big projects, snow removal, emergencies, etc. Location: primarily located at Middle/High School Campus (50 Essex Street, Cambridge), or Upper Elementary School Campus (17 Franklin Street, Somerville) with frequent and regular travel between campuses to support with large events, facilitate multi-person projects, and provide coverage for custodial absences Essential Functions: * Perform daily grounds and building inspection * Maintain clean grounds and building throughout school day by completing tasks that may include but are not limited to: removing trash, picking up litter, vacuuming, mopping, sweeping, dusting, buffing, cleaning carpets, washing windows, scrubbing floors, and sanitizing restrooms * Maintain safe grounds and buildings during inclement weather by completing tasks that may include but are not limited to: shoveling, salting, securing against wind damage, removing snow, removing debris * Perform minor maintenance repairs and building/facility modifications that may include but are not limited to: fixing small repairs, moving or assembling furniture, repairing custodial equipment, touching up painting, hanging teaching aids; report all major maintenance repairs to the Facilities Manager * Perform summer maintenance tasks that may include but are not limited to: stripping floors, waxing floors, moving furniture, painting * Maintain exterior of building as requested including weeding, distributing sand, shoveling snow, cleaning outside doors and lighting * Assist in preparing facilities for classroom activities and campus events Additional Responsibilities: * Adheres to and upholds school rules and procedures * Reflects positively on the PHA community * Contributes positively to the professional culture of the school * Work additional hours on nights and weekends when needed for large projects, snow removal, emergencies, etc. * Any additional responsibilities and tasks requested or assigned by supervisor Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required * At least 2 years experience working in relevant role; experience in school custodial work highly preferred * High School diploma, completion of GED, or equivalent vocational training * Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks with frequent interruptions * Ability to take initiative and work with minimal direction; sound judgment and decision making capabilities are essential * Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, to follow safety rules, to practice safe work habits, to utilize appropriate safety equipment, and to report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator * Ability to lift and frequently move up to 50 pounds of materials and equipment for various classrooms and events needs * Knowledge of appropriate use of industrial cleaning products, equipment and bio hazardous materials * Ability to communicate and maintain good working relations with all employees, vendors, contractors, and public entities * Operating knowledge of custodial equipment * Basic computer skills * Commitment to Prospect Hill Academy's educational mission, vision, and values * Commitment to working with students and families from diverse backgrounds with diverse profiles * Citizenship, residency or work visa required