Custodial Day Porter (Camelback)

The Academies of Math and Science; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid sick days and personal leave

Fully paid employee benefits including

401k retirement plan

Job summary

The Academies of Math and Science in Phoenix seeks a Day Porter to perform general custodial duties across school buildings, including cleaning, minor maintenance, and set-ups.

The role requires attention to safety, familiarity with SDS, and ability to work in a team; role offers competitive wages ($15.50–$17/hour) DOE and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 2 years in cleaning school environments or similar.
• Familiar with SDS and safety regulations.
• Experience operating cleaning equipment (vacuum, floor polisher).
• Able to work in teams and respond to school emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain all areas of the school as needed.
• Prepare and stock cleaning supplies.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Follow chemical handling laws and safety regulations.
• Interact professionally with school administration.
• Set up rooms for meetings and events.
• Clean floors, walls, windows, fixtures and bathrooms daily.
• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment daily.
• Notify managers about major repairs or supply orders.
• Assist with minor maintenance such as bulb changes.
• Support security by locking/unlocking doors.
• Assist with emergencies and spills as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Emergency response

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2 years Experience with cleaning school environments or similar

Tools

Backpack Vacuum

Floor Varnisher

Microfiber Cleaning Systems

Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

Job description

We're excited to provide the best education in the best environment to our students!

Academies of Math and Science

Day Porter- Custodian

Location: 6633 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85033

Start:2026-2027 school year

Position Summary

We are looking for an exceptional day porter person to perform a variety of general maintenance and custodial duties in and around school buildings including plumbing, painting, landscaping, and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Assess all areas of the school and clean as necessary
• Prepare and stage cleaning supplies
• Maintain a supply of and account for cleaning supplies and equipment; always maintain an adequate inventory
• Comply with chemical handling laws and safety regulations as required; maintain a safe working environment
• Answer questions and interact professionally with school administration
• Cleans and maintains building facilities including classrooms, break rooms, conference rooms, teacher work rooms, hallways, gymnasiums, lunchrooms, nurses’ rooms, stages, lobby/receptionist areas, etc.
• Performs the necessary room set-ups for scheduled meetings and events (including daily cafeteria set-up)
• Sweeps, mops, scrubs, and vacuums floors using cleaning solutions, tools, and equipment
• Cleans and/or polishes walls, ceilings, windows, door glass, and building fixtures
• Launder towels and mop heads
• Dusts furniture, walls, light fixtures, baseboards, student desks and other equipment
• Gathers and empties trash throughout the campus, including on the exterior of the campus as necessary
• Cleans and sanitizes bathrooms daily
• Cleans and services cleaning equipment daily and as neededApplies wax or sealers to wood or concrete floors as directed by Head of Operations/ Facilities Manager
• Assists in building security, locking and unlocking of doors and gates
• Assist with routine maintenance tasks such as light bulb and filter changes
• Notifies Front Office Manager of the need to order materials/supplies.
• Notifies Head of Operations/Facilities Manager needs for major repairs, or additions to building operating systems
• Ability to operate and mechanically understand the following machines, tools, and other special equipment and supplies used to perform job duties: hand tools, small power tools, ladder, backpack and upright vacuum, floor buffer, carpet extractor, cleaning and polishing chemicals, wheeled utility cart
• Knowledge of HAZMAT regulations and Safety Data Sheets required
• Other duties as assigned

Employee Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Paid sick days and personal leave
• Fully paid employee benefits including medical, dental, short/long term disability, and life insurance; optional low-cost vision insurance
• 401k retirement plan (with employer contributions)

Compensation: $15.50 - $17 per hour, DOE.

Qualified Candidates Must Have

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2 years Experience with cleaning school environments or similar
• Familiar with SDS
• Understanding of basic cleaning equipment operation such as Backpack Vacuum, Floor Varnisher, Microfiber Cleaning Systems.
• Ability to work in teams
• Ability to respond to School Emergencies such as classroom spills and lunchroom spills

Join us to enjoy rewarding challenges and ongoing opportunities!