Custodian - Facility Maintenance

Custodians - Facility Maintenance are responsible for the cleanliness, sanitation, security and basic maintenance along with repairs of the assigned school area, building, grounds and equipment.

The typical shift available will be typical from 11:30 am to 8:00 pm; please note the schedule may need to be modified for school events or other activities to suit the operational needs of the school operations.

This is a 12 month position with an hourly rate range from $21.00 - $26.00 depending on experience. Benefits include employer paid medical, dental, STD, LTD, life insurance, and paid time off; other optional benefits plans, like vision, life and AD&D insurance are available and paid by the employee. (Please note benefits are subject to change without notice.)

Our Mission Statement: Stargate School will provide a differentiated program designed specifically to meet the needs of identified intellectually gifted learners in order to challenge each student’s academic abilities, support their unique emotional needs, promote individual character development and encourage a life-long love of learning.

Our Vision Statement: Stargate community will be a leader and innovator in intellectually gifted education by providing a learning environment to enhance gifted students’ needs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform daily cleaning duties including removing trash, handling recycling, and cleaning and/or sanitizing of all location’s facilities, including, but not limited to, classrooms, restrooms, hallways, stairwells, common areas, offices, cafeteria, gymnasium, media center, locker rooms, auditoriums, stages and custodial offices/storage areas; includes deep cleaning, carpet cleaning, waxing floors as needed.
• Assists with staff, public, students, teachers and community groups using the building during assigned shifts. May perform set up and tear down of audio visual equipment, move furniture, assist users with setup and testing equipment, train users as needed, and troubleshoot any audio visual problems to ensure functionality. Answers questions, responds to requests and/or direct individuals to appropriate individuals or building areas.
• Assists with building operations for building use and events, including setting up, cleaning up, locking/unlocking areas for access and supporting individuals using building areas.
• Secure building and areas with valuable equipment.
• May perform building and site safety and operational checks, including inspecting for hazards, wild animals, pest removal including wasp/bee nests, graffiti and vandalism. Respond to fire alarms and burglar alarms. Report findings to supervisor.
• Perform a variety of maintenance/minor repair activities on the interior/exterior areas of the property including, but not limited to, painting, drywall, structural elements, including parking lot and sidewalks, plumbing repairs, clears drain stoppages, interior and exterior lighting including lamp, fuse and ballast replacement, mowing; edging; tree trimming; removing snow and ice and gravel; and cleaning outside windows, doors, lighting, and debris from fence areas.
• Communicate with the Custodian and Facility Lead along with Facility Manager about issues, supplies and needs for the department either verbally or through a written communication log. Maintain radio contact.
• Perform seasonal, summer, project cleaning and building/grounds maintenance as planned and assigned by administration/management.
• Support all trades in their related job duties. Responds to emergency maintenance requests as required. Perform a variety of work in the maintenance and repair of building systems. Monitors maintenance schedules to assure tasks are performed in a timely manner.
• Deliver supplies and other materials to multiple buildings/classrooms on campus.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Education and Work Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• No experience required; experience in general cleaning, chemical handling and customer service preferred.
• Criminal background check required for hire.
• Safety and pesticide training required within 6 months after entering position and attend follow-up training ongoing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Basic problem solving skills.
• Ability to acquire skills necessary to operate various types of cleaning equipment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changes without notice.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Potential to adjust schedule in situations of inclement weather or school events/activities.
• Detail and customer service orientated.
• Ability to promote and follow the Governance Board, District Board of Education and school policies and building and department procedures.
• Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with all people, including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Regular attendance is required for this position.

Stargate School shall not discriminate in its employment or hiring practices on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, creed, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or any other characteristic prohibited by law. Stargate is committed to cultural diversity among school personnel as a means of enriching the educational experience. Stargate School shall identify, solicit, and consider applicants for employment from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals who will contribute to that effort.