Custodian

Concord MA

Description

Perform major cleaning tasks such as vacuuming (using a 20 lb. vacuum daily for 3-4 hours), wet-mopping, sweeping, dusting, emptying trash (lifting waste paper and debris - minimum of 45 lbs,) and cleaning chalkboards and white boards, and disinfecting drinking fountains. Clean restrooms, including floors and all fixtures (i.e.: urinals, toilets, sinks, showers, mirrors, partitions and counters). Plunging toilets as needed. Ensure restrooms are hygienic. Wash windows and sills (door glass). Maintains custodial supply inventory for designated areas. Perform ongoing tasks such as replacing light bulbs (climb ladders up to a height of 12 feet), filling dispensers, and setting up facilities for student and adult use (lifting furniture, boxes, and equipment). Make minor building repairs. Performs limited preventative maintenance tasks, changing buffer pads, changing vacuum belts and bags. Reports building and equipment problems, or malfunctions to supervisor or dispatch via two-way radio and written work orders. Responds to dispatch requests. Represents the department when dealing with customers; maintains positive public relations; refers /reports complaints from the community related to facilities and operations. Work overtime and on weekends as necessary to meet events and facility schedules. Some Saturdays while school is in session. Ensure that all doors and windows are appropriately locked. Assist in major clean up in summer, such as washing dormitory and classroom furnishings, washing walls, stripping and waxing floors, as well as any other special duties assigned. Keep grounds free of rubbish and in winter shovel snow from steps and sidewalks and apply sand and ice melt when appropriate. Must be able to go up and down stairs frequently as well as regular bending and standing as needed in a daily shift. Utilize safety equipment as appropriate and observe shop safety practices. Attend all training classes, seminars, meetings. Prepares and/or receives various forms, logs, reports or other documents associated with daily responsibilities of this position. Performs other related duties as required. COMPENSATION: Compensation commensurate with experience. Health Insurance Dental insurance Flexible Spending Plan Long Term Care Insurance Life Insurance (School-paid $75,000 group life term insurance) Retirement Plan (the school contributes 10% of base salary) PTO - four weeks Sick Time - six days Paid Holidays - 13 Breakfast and lunch when school is in session Access to athletic facility Discount at school store An employee in this position must complete all appropriate background checks at the time of hire, promotion, or transfer. Middlesex welcomes candidates who will add to the racial and cultural diversity of the community. Middlesex School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.