Custodian

BelovED Community & Empowerment Academy Charter Schools•Jersey City, NJ

45d•Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian position involves performing major cleaning tasks, maintaining restrooms, and assisting with various building upkeep duties. This role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. The custodian will also be responsible for basic computer literacy for work orders and communication, and will assist with school security procedures.

Requirements

High School diploma or G.E.D.
Able to pass DOE criminal background check
Ability to lift 55 pounds to shoulder height occasionally
Has a teamwork and growth mindset
Work in a fast-paced environment
Basic computer literacy. Able to send/receive emails and use ticket system for work orders.
Must be able to go up and downstairs and undertake bending and standing as needed in a daily shift.
Perform major cleaning tasks such as vacuuming (using a 20 lb. vacuum daily for 3-4 hours), wet-mopping, sweeping, dusting, emptying the trash (lifting waste paper and debris - minimum of 55 lbs.), dusting, cleaning whiteboards, and disinfecting drinking fountains.
Clean restrooms, including floors and all fixtures (i.e.: urinals, toilets, sinks, mirrors, partitions, and counters). Ensure restrooms are clean and disinfected.
Perform ongoing tasks such as replacing light bulbs (climb ladders up to a height of 16 feet), filling dispensers, and setting up facilities for student and adult-use (lifting furniture, boxes, and cafeteria tables-minimum of 55 lbs.).

Nice To Haves

Knowledge/experience in basic plumbing/carpentry skills
Able to paint
Experience in floor care
Ability to work occasional weekends and evenings
Experience working in school settings
Fluent in Spanish

Responsibilities

Perform major cleaning tasks such as vacuuming, wet-mopping, sweeping, dusting, and emptying trash.
Clean and disinfect restrooms, including floors and all fixtures.
Replace light bulbs, fill dispensers, and set up facilities for events.
Lift furniture, boxes, and cafeteria tables.
Go up and downstairs, and undertake bending and standing as needed.
Promptly report major repairs to the Head Custodian.
Perform painting and repair work.
Assist school security staff with coverage, arrival, and dismissal procedures.
Maintain the appearance of hallways by washing and buffing floors.
Send and receive emails and use a ticket system for work orders.