Banning Lewis Academy - Custodian (Part-Time)

ACCEL Schools•Colorado Springs, CO

3h•Onsite

About The Position

ACCEL Schools is seeking a Part-Time Custodian in Colorado Springs, Colorado to maintain the cleanliness and safety of the school building. Banning Lewis Academy is a tuition-free public charter school authorized by District 49, proudly serving the Banning Lewis Ranch community and surrounding neighborhoods in Colorado Springs since 2006. The school blends character development and values with modern technology to create an engaging learning environment that accelerates student achievement and readiness while focusing on student well-being and personal development. Its mission is to create a safe, positive environment that fosters intellectual curiosity and a thirst for discovery where students and staff succeed through exceptional programs. The Custodian will be responsible for keeping the school grounds safe, secure, and clean at all times, performing all routine cleaning, housekeeping, and basic maintenance for the school, and ensuring school ground electronic security systems/emergency systems are working properly.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Successful completion of federal and state criminal background checks
Ability to perform physical work in all weather conditions
Ability to lift and/or move up to 75 lbs.
Ability to use outdoor and indoor cleaning equipment
Ability to report to work outside of school opening hours
Demonstrated punctuality and reliability in reporting to work as scheduled
Knowledge of cleaning up and disposal of hazardous and and bio-hazardous materials
Basic knowledge of and ability to perform simple electrical and plumbing repairs

Nice To Haves

Experience in an urban setting is a plus

Responsibilities

Keep the school grounds safe, secure, and clean at all times
Perform all routine cleaning, housekeeping, and basic maintenance for the school as prescribed by the custodial duty listing, including, but not limited to: Removing trash, Cleaning and wiping down of blackboards, hand railings, doors, and other surfaces as needed, Changing light bulbs, Vacuuming and mopping floors, Cleaning windows and disinfecting student and staff restrooms, Assisting with cleaning the food service area, Painting
Set up and takes down lunch tables in the multi-purpose room as required
Perform basic electrical, plumbing, and carpentry repairs as needed
Maintain the external appearance of the building, including the parking lot, playground, sidewalks, steps, and lawns
Perform snow removal activities as needed, including shoveling, snow-blowing, and salting walkways and steps
Buff and waxes all floors as needed
Prepare the school for special events, such as meetings, open houses, etc.
Ensure school ground electronic security systems/emergency systems are working properly
Inform School Leader of any damage or wear and tear to school property so that a replacement/refurbishment plan can be initiated
Willingness to accept training and apply learned skills
Properly maintain all school tools, supplies, and machinery that are used in day to day operations
Report to the school on extraordinary event days such as snow days, staff holidays, or other events such as no electric, no water, etc. to inspect the building and ensure the safety and soundness of the building and grounds
Contribute to a positive climate and culture by exhibiting high professional standards
Understand, accept, abide by, and implement the school’s philosophy and mission statement in all school activities
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

medical insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
life insurance
long-term disability insurance
short-term disability insurance
10 paid holidays annually
Colorado’s Family & Medical Leave Insurance Program
Paid Time Off (up to 10 days for 10-month roles, 11 days for 11-month roles and 15 days for 12-month roles)
flexible spending accounts
health savings accounts