Maintenance & Custodial Manager

Position:  Maintenance & Custodial Manager
Department/School: CILA (Colorado International Language Academy)
Reports To: School Director / Operations Director
FTE: 1.0
Days/Year: 220
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Summary

The Building & Maintenance Manager is responsible for the daily operation, maintenance, cleanliness, safety, and security of the CILA campus and performs hands-on custodial and maintenance duties. This position manages building systems, performs and coordinates maintenance and minor repairs, supervises custodial staff (as applicable), and serves as the primary point of contact for facilities-related needs. The Building & Maintenance Manager works closely with school leadership to ensure a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained environment for students, staff, and families.

Essential Job Functions

• Opens and secures the building daily, including unlocking/locking doors and turning lights on/off as needed


• Conducts daily walk-through inspections to identify cleaning, safety, and maintenance needs


• Monitors building safety, security, and cleanliness throughout the school day


• Performs general cleaning, maintenance, and minor repairs


• Cleans and maintains restrooms, sinks, floors, drinking fountains, and common areas


• Checks and monitors building systems, including HVAC, boilers, and utility systems; reports concerns as needed


• Sets up and breaks down tables and spaces for lunch, events, and school activities


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  • Responds to facilities-related requests from administration, staff, and students
  
  
  
  


• Maintains inventory of cleaning, maintenance, and safety supplies


• Orders materials and supplies as needed and monitors expenditures within budget guidelines


• Coordinates with outside vendors and district/contracted maintenance services for larger repairs


• Performs outdoor maintenance including lawn care, snow removal, playground equipment checks, and seasonal tasks


• Inspects playgrounds and outdoor areas to ensure student safety


• Supports school events and community activities requiring facilities support


• Maintains positive working relationships with staff, students, families, and community members


• Ensures compliance with all state and federal safety standards, including OSHA requirements and MSDS/SDS safety regulations


• Maintains proper documentation and ensures safe storage, labeling, and use of cleaning chemicals and materials

Other Duties

• Performs related duties as assigned to support school operations

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills

• Knowledge of building operations, custodial services, and basic maintenance practices


• Ability to manage daily building operations independently


• Strong organizational and time-management skills


• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with staff, students, and families


• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a school team


• Skill in using custodial, maintenance tools, equipment, and materials


• Ability to identify safety concerns and respond appropriately


• Knowledge of state and federal safety regulations, including OSHA and MSDS/SDS requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required


• Previous experience in custodial, maintenance, or building operations required


• School-based facilities experience preferred


• Ability to pass required background checks

Organizational Relationships

Reports to school administration. This position does not include supervisory responsibility.

Working Conditions

The work is performed in a school environment. This position may require flexible hours to support school events, emergencies, or seasonal needs.

Physical Demands

The work is regularly active and may involve periods of heavy exertion. Physical requirements include standing and walking for extended periods; lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds; climbing stairs and ladders; bending, kneeling, crouching, and reaching; using hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; and the ability to see, hear, speak, and detect odors with or without reasonable accommodation.