Columbus Humanities, Arts, and Technology Academy is hiring: Custodian in Columb

About the Team

ACCEL Schools is seeking a Custodian for Columbus Humanities, Arts and Technology Academy in Columbus, OH to maintain the cleanliness and safety of the school building.

CHATA serves EK-8th grade students in North Columbus and is part of ACCEL Schools, a network of public charter schools serving PK-12 students since 2014.

About the Opportunity

• Keep the school grounds safe, secure, and clean at all times
• Perform routine cleaning, housekeeping, and basic maintenance as prescribed by the custodial duty listing, including but not limited to:
• Removing trash
• Cleaning and wiping down surfaces (blackboards, hand railings, doors, etc.)
• Changing light bulbs
• Vacuuming and mopping floors
• Cleaning windows and disinfecting restrooms
• Assisting with cleaning the food service area
• Painting
• Set up and take down lunch tables in the multi-purpose room as required
• Perform basic electrical, plumbing, and carpentry repairs as needed
• Maintain the exterior appearance of the building (parking lot, playground, sidewalks, steps, lawns)
• Perform snow removal activities as needed (shoveling, snow-blowing, salting walkways and steps)
• Buff and wax floors as needed
• Prepare the school for special events
• Ensure school ground electronic and emergency systems are working properly
• Inform the School Leader of any damage or wear to property and assist in planning replacements/refurbishment
• Willingness to accept training and apply learned skills
• Maintain all school tools, supplies, and machinery used in day-to-day operations
• Report on extraordinary event days (e.g., snow days, holidays, power/water outages) to inspect the building and ensure safety
• Contribute to a positive climate and culture by exhibiting high professional standards
• Understand, accept, and implement the school’s philosophy and mission in all activities
• Other duties as assigned

About You / Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Successful completion of federal and state criminal background checks
• Ability to perform physical work in all weather conditions
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 75 lbs
• Ability to use outdoor and indoor cleaning equipment
• Ability to report to work outside of school opening hours
• Demonstrated punctuality and reliability
• Knowledge of cleaning up and disposal of hazardous and bio-hazardous materials
• Basic knowledge of electrical and plumbing repairs
• Experience in an urban setting is a plus

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Retirement contributions
• Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)
• Voluntary short-term disability insurance
• Voluntary long-term disability insurance
• Career advancement opportunities within Accel Schools and a network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based on protected status, except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists.