Custodian

Legacy Traditional Schools; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Phoenix is seeking a dedicated Custodian to maintain cleanliness and safety in school facilities. The role involves cleaning classrooms, hallways, and restrooms, as well as assisting with room setups. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in custodial work, with a strong emphasis on safety and cleaning methods. Join a supportive team that values education and community engagement.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits

Discounted onsite childcare

401(k) plans with 6% employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time-off

Qualifications

• Two or more years experience in custodial cleaning.
• Knowledge of HAZMAT regulations required.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and maintains building facilities including classrooms and restrooms.
• Performs necessary room set-ups for scheduled meetings and events.
• Cleans and sanitizes bathrooms daily.

Skills

Cleaning Methods

Safety Knowledge

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

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Ignite your desire to be the best!

Ignite your desire to be the best!

Imagine an energy so positive, so powerful, it ignites your desire to be the best, inspires you to bring out the best in others, and fuels your aspiration to do the best work of your career.

At Legacy Traditional Schools we do things a special way, in a way that ignites our desire to be the best, illuminates our educators’ best talents, lights up the minds of our students, and fuels our school spirit. We shine the brightest when we raise our hands and rise to the challenge of changing lives through education, cultivating bright curious minds, achieving award-winning results, upholding our values, and engaging positively with our students, parents and communities.

Position Overview

Hours:7:30am- 4pm, Monday -- Friday

Essential Functions

• Cleans and maintains building facilities including classrooms, break rooms, conference rooms, teacher work rooms, library/media rooms, gymnasiums, lunchrooms, nurses’ rooms, stages and lobby/receptionist areas.
• 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, and building fixtures and whiteboards.
• Cleans entryways, hallways, door mats, and door glass daily.
• Dusts furniture, walls, light fixtures, baseboards, student desks and other equipment.
• Gathers and empties trash.
• Cleans and sanitizes bathrooms daily.
• Cleans and services cleaning equipment daily and as needed.
• Applies wax or sealers to wood or concrete floors as directed by District Facilities.
• Assists in building security, locking and unlocking of doors and gates.
• Assist with routine maintenance tasks such as light bulb and filter changes.
• Notifies Campus Facility Manager or Custodial Supervisor of the need to order materials/supplies, need for major repairs, or additions to building operating systems
• Ability to operate and mechanical understanding of 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, cleaning and polishing chemicals, wheeled utility cart, & moving equipment.
• Knowledge of HAZMAT regulations and Safety Data Sheets required.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Ability to flex hours and duties during the summer school schedule as needed.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Education, Licensure, or Certification

• Minimum Education: High school diploma or G.E.D.
  
  

Work Experience or Related Experience

• Minimum Years of Experience: Two or more years experience in custodial cleaning
• Preferred Years of Experience: Five or more years experience in custodial cleaning in a school setting
  
  

Specialized Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Minimum Skills and Knowledge: Basic knowledge of cleaning methods, equipment and products.
• Preferred Skills and Knowledge: Expert knowledge of clearing methods, equipment (including power tools/hand tools or willingness to learn) and products.
  
  

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• The employee in this classification will be expected to work in an outdoor and inside environment while cleaning and repairing equipment, furniture, and buildings.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Work and remain on foot for extended periods of time, up to 4 hours at a time.
  
  

BACKGROUND CHECKS

• The incumbent in this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check
  
  

Arizona Employees

• Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Must be able to obtain and hold a valid IVP Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at all times
  
  

Nevada Employees

• NV Fingerprint Background Check
  
  

Enjoy The Benefits Of Being The Best

Education is not a spectator sport, so we encourage you work hard, learn, have fun and always do your best. If you raise your hand to accept the challenge of changing lives through education and give your very best to contribute to our students’ success, you’ll experience:

• our colorful school spirit
• a fulfilling career
• a culture of connection
• our spirit of tradition
• the benefits of being the best.
  
  

Hint: If asked in your interview how we ignite your desire to be the best, the answer is “All of the above”

Enjoy industry-leading pay, rewards, referral bonuses and paid time-off. Care for your health and your family with comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, discounted onsite childcare and student enrollment priority, even for part-time roles. Invest in your future with retirement plans - Arizona has 401(k) plans with 6% employer matching, Nevada participates in the Nevada State Retirement PERS and Texas participate in the Texas retirement TRS. Enhance your growth with promotion opportunities, training, mentoring and tuition reimbursement. Thrive in a welcoming, supportive and inclusive environment where we celebrate the diversity of our team and our communities and uphold our values to treat others with fairness, equality and respect as an equal opportunity employer.

Come be an educator with LTS

Every team member, from our support staff to our leadership team has knowledge to share, skills to teach, inspiration to offer, and a passion for helping others learn and perform their best, which is why we are proud to call all our employees educators.

Our smart, talented, diverse educators across Arizona, Nevada and Texas are working together to change lives through education and make our charter schools the best placeto learn, grow and work. Come be an educator at Legacy Traditional Schools and experience a positive collective energy so powerful, it ignites your desire to be the best! Ignite your career. Apply Today!

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