Custodian

Foundation Academies•Trenton, NJ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Custodian at Foundation Academies, you will play an essential role in creating a clean, safe, and welcoming environment where scholars and staff can thrive. This is more than maintaining a building; it is ensuring our campuses are ready every day to support learning, safety, and operational excellence. You will have the opportunity to make a visible impact on the daily experience of students, families, and staff by helping maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety, and facility readiness. From preparing spaces for learning and special events to responding to campus needs with urgency and professionalism, your work directly contributes to a positive school culture. At Foundation Academies, custodians are valued members of the team who help ensure our schools remain environments where scholars can focus, staff can do their best work, and families feel welcomed. You will join a mission-driven organization committed to teamwork, reliability, and excellence in service.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Previous custodial or janitorial experience is a plus
Ability to operate cleaning equipment and handle cleaning chemicals safely
Strong attention to detail and time management skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Reliable transportation preferred
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in a school setting
Bilingual abilities are a plus
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, or support emergencies based on campus operational needs.

Responsibilities

Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation across classrooms, hallways, offices, restrooms, cafeterias, common areas, and exterior spaces
Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, waxing, and maintaining floors according to established schedules
Cleaning and sanitizing restrooms while ensuring supplies remain fully stocked
Emptying trash and recycling containers daily and maintaining clean, hazard-free spaces
Operating custodial equipment and handling cleaning products safely and according to procedures
Completing room setups and breakdowns for school events, meetings, and activities
Responding to urgent custodial needs and campus requests in a timely and professional manner
Reporting maintenance concerns, damages, and safety issues to supervisors promptly
Supporting seasonal, deep-cleaning, emergency response, weather-related, and special event needs as assigned
Collaborating with school staff and facilities team members to maintain a positive, safe, and welcoming school environment
Following all safety protocols, emergency procedures, confidentiality expectations, and professional standards