Custodian- Evening

WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL FOR BLIND CHILDREN•Pittsburgh, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Housekeeper provides cleaning and janitorial type services for the School to ensure a hygienic and safe educational / dormitory environment. Located in the heart of Oakland, Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Children is a one-of-a-kind educational experience committed to empowering our students to realize their full potential. The School also provides vital early intervention and outreach services to visually impaired students, with or without additional challenges, throughout western Pennsylvania. Founded in 1887, our School is best equipped to care for and educate students with visual impairments. As a private institution chartered by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the School educates approximately 200 enrolled students from 80-85 school districts within western Pennsylvania.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid Driver’s license preferred
Must hold and maintain proper clearances for Acts 34, 114, and 151.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a housekeeper preferred

Responsibilities

Thoroughly cleans restrooms, classrooms, therapy areas, common areas, dorms, dining areas, hallways, stairwells, and offices as assigned by performing duties such as mopping/waxing floors, vacuuming carpets, spot cleaning carpet stains, dusting, cleaning windows.
Maintains lighting in assigned areas.
Moves furniture as needed.
Reports on all needed repairs.
Drive school vehicles as assigned.
Maintains grounds, including snow removal.
Assists with room set ups, transportation, and maintenance as needed.
Follows assigned schedule without the need for frequent reminders.
Demonstrate reliable, dependable, and prompt work ethic such as good attendance record and ready to work at start of shift.
Utilizes safe lifting techniques.
Takes initiative to assist others when own duties are complete.
Receptive to receiving direction and constructive criticism.