Custodian Job at Collegium Charter School in Exton

Overview

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Job Description

Title: Custodian
Reports To: Head Custodian
Employee Type: Full-Time, School Year Only, Hourly, Non-Exempt
Hours: 11:30am to 8:00pm, Monday through Friday

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize classrooms, offices, restrooms, hallways, cafeteria, gymnasium, and other school spaces daily.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and dust as needed to maintain a neat environment.
• Empty trash and recycling receptacles and ensure proper disposal.
• Drive a 10-passenger student van or department truck when needed.
• Perform minor maintenance and repairs, including replacing light bulbs, unclogging drains, and reporting needed repairs to the supervisor.
• Set up and break down furniture and equipment for school events, meetings, and activities.
• Maintain safe conditions by promptly addressing spills, hazards, and weather-related concerns such as snow/ice removal wet floors.
• Ensure the buildings are kept locked and secured at all times.
• Assist with delivery and storage of supplies, furniture, and equipment.
• Monitor and replenish cleaning and restroom supplies as needed.
• Follow all health, safety, and sanitation procedures, including proper use and storage of cleaning chemicals.
• Provide winter clean up and snow removal from walkways and steps.
• Promote good citizenship through actions as a role model.
• Conduct themselves according to professional, ethical principles that reflect favorably upon the individual and the school.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism in a school environment.
• Assume other responsibilities assigned by supervisor and/or school administrator.
• Abide by the CCS Employee Handbook, CCS policies and procedures, and all current PA Public School expectations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior custodial or maintenance experience in a school or similar setting preferred.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Reliability, punctuality, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment.
• Proficiency with basic computer operations.
• Required Clearances include PA Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse Clearance, and FBI Fingerprint Clearance, all dated within one year of receipt.
• Meets criteria for employment in a PA Public School.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to bend, stoop, climb stairs, and reach overhead.
• Ability to lift up to 150 pounds utilizing appropriate equipment.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, noise, and occasional contact with bodily fluids (using proper protective equipment).
• Must be able to use both hands for repetitive motions.
• Some bending and twisting of the body are required.
• Must be able to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually mild to moderate depending on the specific site.