Custodian / Facilities Maintenance Technician

ScholarMade Achievement Place•Little Rock, AR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

ScholarMade Achievement Place of Arkansas seeks a dependable, skilled, and hardworking Custodian / Facilities Maintenance Technician to maintain a clean, safe, functional, and welcoming school environment for scholars, staff, and families. The position combines daily custodial services with routine facility and preventative maintenance and minor building repairs. The employee is expected to use basic tools, complete minor repairs, replace HVAC air filters, and maintain the cleanliness and appearance of school facilities. The role includes cleaning and sanitizing school spaces; performing minor building, plumbing, furniture, and cosmetic repairs; replacing HVAC filters according to a documented schedule; conducting facility inspections and preventative maintenance; maintaining basic records and supplies; and supporting school operations, deliveries, and events. The employee must promptly report safety concerns and issues requiring licensed contractors or specialized technicians, and perform only authorized, nontechnical HVAC work within their training.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
At least one year of experience in custodial services, building maintenance, general repairs, or a related field preferred.
Demonstrated ability to perform minor building repairs using basic hand and power tools.
Ability and willingness to replace HVAC air filters and maintain a documented replacement schedule.
Basic knowledge of plumbing fixtures, door hardware, furniture repairs, and general building maintenance.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and complete assigned tasks independently.
Ability to maintain cleaning and maintenance records.
Dependable attendance, punctuality, and strong work habits.
Ability to work respectfully and professionally around children, families, and school employees.
Ability to satisfy applicable background check and school employment requirements.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive movements throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, with assistance or appropriate equipment for heavier items.
Ability to use ladders safely for authorized maintenance tasks.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors under varying conditions.
Ability to safely operate custodial equipment, hand tools, and basic power tools.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in a school, commercial building, or similar facility.
Experience performing routine preventative maintenance.
Basic carpentry, painting, plumbing, and general handyman skills.
Familiarity with HVAC filter sizes, replacement procedures, and maintenance schedules.
Experience using commercial cleaning equipment and appropriate cleaning products.
Ability to identify maintenance problems and determine when professional repair services are necessary.

Responsibilities

Clean, sanitize, and maintain classrooms, offices, hallways, restrooms, stairwells, common areas, and other assigned spaces.
Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and maintain floors and other surfaces.
Clean and disinfect restrooms and replenish soap, paper towels, toilet tissue, and other supplies.
Empty and dispose of trash; clean windows, doors, walls, baseboards, entrances, sidewalks, and exterior areas as needed.
Assist with cafeteria and high-traffic-area cleaning, respond to spills and urgent cleaning needs, and perform deep cleaning during school breaks.
Perform basic repairs to doors, hinges, locks, handles, cabinets, furniture, fixtures, and minor plumbing components.
Unclog sinks and toilets using appropriate tools and approved procedures.
Assemble, move, repair, and install school furniture and equipment; patch small wall holes, touch up paint, and complete minor cosmetic repairs.
Replace light bulbs and accessible lighting components when safe and authorized; install or repair shelving, bulletin boards, brackets, and other wall-mounted items.
Inspect school spaces for maintenance concerns and report issues requiring licensed contractors or specialized technicians.
Maintain organized inventories of tools, equipment, basic repair supplies, and replacement HVAC filters.
Replace HVAC air filters according to the preventative maintenance schedule, identify appropriate filter sizes and types, document replacements, and notify administration when supplies need replenishment.
Inspect accessible vents and air returns, report HVAC concerns, and assist contractors by providing access to designated equipment and maintenance areas.
Conduct routine building walkthroughs; check doors, windows, fixtures, and common areas; identify leaks, damaged flooring, broken fixtures, and safety hazards.
Maintain storage, custodial, mechanical-access, and supply areas; keep basic maintenance logs, work orders, and repair records; complete assigned preventative maintenance on schedule.
Notify administration immediately of conditions that could affect student safety, building operations, or instruction.
Set up and break down materials and equipment for school programs, meetings, and events; assist with deliveries, moving supplies, and organizing storage.
Prepare classrooms and common areas before school opens and after breaks, respond to urgent facility needs, and coordinate priorities with school leadership.
Perform other related duties as assigned.