Custodian

AREA COOPERATIVE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES•New Haven, CT

99d•$22 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Area Cooperative Educational Services (ACES) is seeking a full-time Custodian (40 hours per week) to work in various locations throughout the agency. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills, be dependable, and be able to work effectively with adults and school children, including students with special needs. Experience in maintenance and basic repairs is preferred, along with some computer skills. The role requires close collaboration with supervisors to ensure a high standard of building and grounds maintenance. Normal hours are 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., but these are subject to change by management. Availability for after-hours and weekend emergency response is also necessary. The hourly rate will be commensurate with experience.

Requirements

Excellent interpersonal skills
Dependable
Able to work well with adults and school children, including students with special needs
Some computer skills necessary
Ability to work closely with supervisors to ensure a high level of building and grounds maintenance
Must be available to respond to situations and emergency notifications after hours and weekends
Ability to read and understand product labels, warnings, and safety precautions
Knowledge of commercial grade cleaning techniques, equipment, supplies, and chemicals
Proficient use of tools and equipment necessary to maintain the facilities and grounds
Must be available and flexible to work day or night shift
Ability to work cooperatively with others and be flexible
Ability to work under pressure by adapting to changing work priorities
Ability to perform routine custodial tasks with minimum supervision
Strength needed to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. occasionally; lift and/or move up to 40 lbs. frequently; and up to 20 lbs. constantly.
Frequent walking, standing, crawling, and working in tight areas, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, twisting, talking and hearing.
Mobility and dexterity to work in a typical school setting.
Vision including frequent near acuity, occasional far acuity, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Read and follow instructions and understand written and oral instructions.
Requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and to effectively and appropriately interact with the public, students, and staff.
Exposure to outside weather conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, and some hazardous conditions.

Nice To Haves

Experience in maintenance and basic repairs preferred
High school diploma or equivalent, preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain assigned work areas to ensure a safe, sanitary, and attractive environment, including emptying wastebaskets, cleaning and disinfecting, dusting, and washing mirrors and windows.
Perform daily cleaning duties such as mopping, scrubbing, dusting, polishing, sweeping, vacuuming, and shampooing.
Replenish classroom and restroom supplies like paper towels, toilet paper, and soap.
Prepare facilities and grounds for daily operations by turning on lights, raising the flag, and unlocking doors.
Maintain building premises, including sidewalks, driveways, and play areas, ensuring they are neat and clean at all times.
Assist in maintaining school grounds for a safe and attractive condition.
Keep cleaning equipment sanitary and neat.
Move and arrange furniture and equipment for meetings, activities, and events.
Provide and support the improvement of indoor air quality as outlined in the Tools for Schools Manual.
Maintain the green cleaning program in accordance with ACES policy.
Follow state, federal, and board safety practices, policies, and procedures.
Report vandalism, damage to school property, security issues, and safety hazards to the Supervisor and Director of Facilities.
Respond to immediate safety and operational concerns, such as facility damage, alarms, and plumbing issues, and take appropriate action to resolve them.
Assume responsibility for the opening and closing of the building each school day, as scheduled.
Assist in facilities and grounds security by locking all windows, doors, and gates at the end of the work shift.
Perform summer maintenance tasks such as cleaning floors, moving furniture, and painting.
Work cohesively with District administration, co-workers, school staff, parents, students, and community organizations using district facilities.
Wear appropriate professional attire, such as uniform polo shirts.
Complete required federal, state, or district training.
Utilize technology resources adequately in accordance with district policies and procedures, including email and web applications.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Maintain a responsible attitude regarding performance and attendance.
Perform other assignments as requested by the supervisor.