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Custodian (Part or Full Time)
Full Time 12th Street Campus, Kalamazoo, MI, US
10 days ago Requisition ID: 1007
Salary Range: $40,000.00 To $43,000.00 Annually
Position: Evening Custodian (Part-Time or Full-time)
Reports to : Elementary Principal
Position Overview
Kalamazoo Christian Schools is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Custodian to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our students, staff, and school community. This position plays a vital role in supporting our educational mission by ensuring our classrooms, common spaces, and facilities are hygienic, well-maintained, and ready for learning every day.
Key Responsibilities
Daily Duties
- Sanitization & Restrooms: Thoroughly clean and sanitize all student and staff toilets, urinals, and sinks. Check and restock paper towels, hand soap, and toilet paper across all campus restrooms. Clean bathroom mirrors.
- Floors & Surfaces: Vacuum primary classrooms, administrative offices, main entryways, hallways, and the central atrium.
- Classrooms & Shared Spaces: Inspect classroom soap, hand sanitizer, and paper towel supplies. Clean up and organize the staff lounge.
- Trash & Waste: Empty and service all waste receptacles; wash trash cans as needed.
Weekly Duties
- Restroom Care: Deep clean all toilets.
- Specialty Rooms: Vacuum secondary instructional spaces at least once per week (Library, After School Program rooms, Music room, Art room).
Other Duties
- High Dusting: Dust tops of lockers, door frames, and high surfaces throughout the facility.
- Detail Cleaning: Clean interior windows, entry glass, display case glass, and window sills.
- Custodial Supplies: Maintain and organize the custodial stock room (trash bags, paper products, cleaning supplies).
- Carpet Care: Spot-clean carpeted areas as spills or stains occur.
- Minor Repairs & Maintenance: Perform light repairs, minor assembly, and basic maintenance of classroom, office, and facility items as needed.
- Event & Seasonal Support: Assist with facility preparation for special school events and seasonal deep cleaning as time permits.
- School Break Projects: Assist with additional cleaning, maintenance, and facilities projects during school breaks.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Commitment to Mission: Alignment with the mission and Christian values of Kalamazoo Christian Schools.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift (up to 50 lbs), and operate custodial equipment (vacuums, floor machines) for extended periods.
- Skills: Strong attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Experience: Prior custodial or commercial cleaning experience preferred, but willing to train the right candidate.
- Maintenance Skills (Preferred): General mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair basic items around the school—including furniture, fixtures, classroom equipment, and other minor facility needs is a plus.
- Clearance: Must successfully pass a background check prior to hire.
Work Schedule
- Hours: Open to Part-Time or Full-Time candidates
- Compensation: Competitive hourly wage based on experience.
- Tuition discount for children enrolled at Kalamazoo Christian Schools
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching for those who work more than 1000 hours annually (50% FTE)
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance for those who work at least 1560 hours annually (75% FTE)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with Pine Rest