School Custodian – High School Campus

The American Dream Charter School•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian is responsible for supporting the daily cleaning, maintenance, organization, and general upkeep of the high school campus. This position works closely with the Facilities team and school leadership to maintain a clean, safe, welcoming, and functional environment for students, staff, families, and visitors. The ideal candidate is dependable, attentive to detail, comfortable working in an active school environment, and willing to assist with a variety of custodial and facilities-related tasks throughout the school day.

Requirements

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.
Strong reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail.
Ability to communicate professionally with staff, students, families, vendors, and visitors.
Willingness to perform a variety of tasks and respond to changing needs throughout the school day.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise appropriate judgment while working in a school environment.

Nice To Haves

Previous custodial, maintenance, facilities, or building-services experience preferred.
Experience working in a school, nonprofit, commercial, or similar facility is a plus.
Basic knowledge of cleaning products, equipment, and safe cleaning practices preferred.

Responsibilities

Clean and maintain classrooms, offices, hallways, stairwells, common areas, and other assigned spaces.
Clean, sanitize, and restock restrooms throughout the day.
Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, wipe surfaces, and remove trash and recycling as needed.
Monitor high-traffic areas and respond promptly to spills, litter, or other cleaning needs.
Maintain entrances, sidewalks, and other areas immediately surrounding the school building.
Assist with the setup and breakdown of furniture, tables, chairs, equipment, and supplies for school events, meetings, assemblies, and other activities.
Move boxes, deliveries, furniture, supplies, and equipment as needed.
Receive or assist with school deliveries and help distribute materials to appropriate areas.
Maintain custodial closets, cleaning supplies, and equipment in a clean and organized manner.
Notify the Facilities Manager or supervisor of maintenance concerns, damaged equipment, leaks, safety hazards, or needed repairs.
Assist with minor facilities tasks and basic building upkeep as directed.
Support snow, ice, and inclement-weather cleanup when necessary.
Help prepare classrooms and common areas for the beginning and end of the school year and for special programs or events.
Follow appropriate procedures for the safe use, storage, and handling of cleaning products and equipment.
Follow all school safety, security, fire safety, and emergency procedures.
Maintain appropriate boundaries and professional conduct when working around students.
Respond to custodial or facilities needs that arise during the school day in a timely and professional manner.
Perform other custodial and facilities-related duties as assigned.