Custodial Specialist - Peoria West Valley Campus

Custodial Specialist

Arizona’s first and only autism-focused charter school is expanding and seeking Custodial Specialists to support the new state of the art autism center. Under the supervision and direction of the Facilities Manager; the Custodial Specialist will be responsible for timely attention to the maintenance and custodial needs of the new state of the art autism center.

Duties:

• Opening duties ie: may unlock the building and walk the area to ensure its ready for school


• Closing duties ie: may walk the campus and ensure its locked up and set Alarm


• Clean up trash, periodically disinfect desktop surfaces, tidy furniture, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, waxing, polishing floor surfaces, cleaning windows


• Clean and sanitize toilets, sinks and showers


• Restock all disposers ie: paper towels, toilet paper, soap, sanitizer, and air freshener


• Perform maintenance and minor repairs (replacing broken switches, fixing door handles, minor leaks, toilet needs, etc.)


• Perform other maintenance to include such items as; adjusting desks, replacing light bulbs, cooling filters, adjusting doors, etc.


• Report or submit additional maintenance work orders as needed


• Ensure the alarm system is turned off in the morning and activated prior to leaving


• Undertake custodial and janitorial tasks (picking up trash from the parking lot, lifting heavy items, moving chairs etc.)
  


• Assist in the annual inventory of all equipment in the school


• Setup and restore the gym, auditorium, or cafeteria for special events, meetings, games, or plays


• Performs basic plumbing, mechanical maintenance and repairs to leaks, stoppages, and other equipment/structures. Advise supervisor if an outside vendor is needed for a complex repair


• Ensure the restrooms are prepared to AZACS standards for the day


• Maintain outer premises by watering plants, cleaning entrances and minor landscaping repairs


• Minimal pest control: Utilize insecticides to prevent infestation by dangerous pests


• Responsible for cleaning up of blood borne pathogens
  

Safety and Security Duties:

• Assist in all safety drills: (per EOP Manual)


• Assist with dropoff and pickup procedure: (per EOP Manual)

Benefits:

• Competitive pay based on experience 


• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance


• Paid Time Off


• Paid Holidays
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Understanding of methods, materials and equipment used in custodial, grounds keeping and building maintenance work. 


• Proven experience as custodian, janitor or in a similar role


• Knowledge of use and maintenance of industrial cleaning equipment and appliances


• Knowledge of safe disposal of chemical liquids and other hazardous components


• Familiarity with basic landscaping and handyman practices


• Attention to detail and conscientiousness


• Very good physical condition and strength


• High school diploma is preferred but not required

Required:

• Arizona IVP Fingerprint clearance card

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class require:  stooping, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Physical Requirements:  

Exerting up to 60 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions:  

Work is performed in an outdoor environment occasionally and an indoor environment frequently.