Custodian

KIPP • Dallas, TX

15h • Onsite

About The Position

KIPP Texas Public Schools is a free, public charter school network with more than 45 Pre-K - 12 schools across Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio. With over 30 years in Texas, KIPP Texas works together with families and communities to prepare students for college, career, and beyond. Their schools provide a high-quality, well-rounded education built on academic success and personal growth, where all students learn and thrive in a productive, safe, and joyful way. KIPP Public Schools is a national network of 278 schools with nearly 16,500 educators and 190,000 students and alumni. The Custodian is responsible for performing housekeeping, general cleaning, and other assigned tasks as required to maintain the cleanliness and safety of the school building and grounds. As a key member of the statewide Facilities team, the Custodian will report to the Campus Facilities Manager. This is a full-time position with a requirement to work the occasional night/weekend. This role furthers the mission of KIPP Texas by providing a clean, maintained, and safe learning environment for students and faculty.

Requirements

• Basic reading and writing skills
• 0-2 years of housekeeping or janitorial experience
• Strong work ethic with a genuine commitment to maintaining a clean, safe campus
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented, self, directed, and solutions-focused
• Physically able to lift and carry 20-50 lbs
• Good manual dexterity
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Customer-service mindset with a resourceful, can-do attitude
• Willingness to learn building systems and new techniques
• Reliable transportation is needed for travel between campuses
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress
• Work with frequent interruptions

Nice To Haves

• School setting preferred
• Basic computer skills preferred
• English fluency preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Open and secure facilities, including unlocking doors, disabling/enabling the alarm system, and verifying that HVAC and lighting systems are operational
• Perform general cleaning duties: sweeping, mopping, window cleaning, restroom sanitation and restocking, whiteboard cleaning, drinking fountain upkeep, and trash removal
• Pick up litter on school grounds and athletic fields
• Complete daily laundry tasks (mop heads, towels, etc.)
• Respond promptly to emergency cleanup situations
• Operate, clean, and maintain equipment (mops, buckets, auto-scrubber, etc.)
• Perform floor care including stripping, waxing, sealing, and carpet stain extraction
• Handle minor maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs, swapping air filters, and touch-up painting
• Learn and monitor key building systems, including fire alarm, security, main shutoffs, and electrical breakers
• Move and rearrange furniture; assist with meal setup as needed
• Assist with cleaning of campus vehicles, if applicable
• Check in weekly with supervisor(s) to report supply needs, cleaning concerns, and equipment issues
• Attend required team meetings, trainings, and professional development sessions
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with coverage options for employees and their families
• Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies
• Paid family leave
• Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA
• Employee assistance programs
• Legal plans
• LifeLock identity protection
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees