Custodian (2nd Shift)

George School; Newtown Township (Delaware County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

George School is seeking a part-time Custodian for the 2nd shift to maintain cleanliness and safety across dormitories, classrooms, and facilities. The role requires following established cleaning procedures, operating floor care equipment, and assisting with events as needed.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and 2–5 years of custodial experience, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work evenings, holidays, and weekends if required. A valid driver's license is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required or preferred.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to perform duties in emergencies.
• Willingness to work holidays and special events.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work indoors/outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect assigned areas including dormitories, classrooms, offices, gymnasiums, pool, restrooms, and stairwells.
• Follow standard operating procedures and safety protocols.
• Perform floor care tasks (shampooing, carpet cleaning, refinishing, burnishing, vacuuming, stripping) and operate floor care equipment.
• Operate cleaning equipment and stock closets with supplies labeled and secured.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and report repairs.
• Remove trash and recycling campus-wide.
• Move between buildings and relocate equipment or supplies as needed.
• Set up and break down tables, chairs, and linens for meetings and events.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Safety consciousness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Description

George School, a Quaker boarding/day grades 9-12 college preparatory school, has an opening for a part-time Custodian for the 2nd shift.

Responsibilities:

• Clean and disinfect assigned areas (i.e., dormitories, academic buildings classrooms, offices, gymnasiums, swimming pool, locker rooms, restrooms, stairwells, corridors, lounges, campus housing, etc.).
• Follow all aspects of the Department standard operating procedures (i.e., 10 step cleaning process, daily call outs, safety protocols, etc.).
• Perform functions associated with floor care and carpet care (i.e., shampooing, spot cleaning carpets, refinishing, burnishing, vacuuming, and stripping floors, etc.). Operate floor care equipment.
• Operate cleaning equipment and use supplies to complete tasks. Utilize approved cleaning and disinfecting solutions per procedure and restock housekeeping closets with other needed supplies which are to be properly labeled and secured in required areas.
• Maintain assigned equipment for cleanliness and report all repairs as needed.
• Handle the removal of trash & recycling on campus.
• Move extensively up or down stairwells and/or to various buildings on campus (relocation of equipment, cleaning supplies, or other items).
• Set up and break down tables, chairs and linen as related to meetings and special event functions which may require moving items from building to building on campus.
• Assist in moving and disposal of furniture on campus.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• 2-5 years of custodial operations experience preferred.
• Ability to follow oral, written instructions and directions.
• Possess a valid and current driver’s license.
• Ability to perform duties in the event of an emergency.
• Ability to work holidays and special events when needed.
• Must be able to walk, talk, hear, stoop, crawl, climb stairs and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work indoors or outdoors.
• Commitment to working towards antiracism and developing and practicing cultural competency.
• Commitment to the philosophy of a Quaker educational community and a style consistent with Quaker values.