Janitor, FT & PT - Nome School District ($22-$26/HR DOE - Nome, AK)

NMS; Nome (AK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Nome Public Schools in Nome, AK is seeking a Janitor to perform a wide range of cleaning tasks and keep facilities orderly. This on-site role supports the Nome Public Schools and requires a non-rotational schedule.

Responsibilities include floor care, trash removal, and basic maintenance, with occasional weekend or evening event coverage. Fluency in English and a high school diploma are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Working knowledge of cleaning equipment and general cleaning processes.
• Must be fluent in speaking, reading, and writing English.

Responsibilities

• Clean, sweep, vacuum, mop, sanitize and/or restocks; hallways, stairways, offices, food preparation or break areas, offsite areas, restrooms, public areas, or other work areas as assigned.
• Opens facilities for non-school usage on weekends and evening events.
• Sweeps, mops, scrubs, strips, extract, waxes, buff, vacuums, etc. all types of floors using appropriate equipment.
• Dusts both low and high areas and wipe down or cleans various surfaces.
• Uses appropriate equipment and cleaning solutions for all tasks.
• Removes and properly disposes of discarded materials.
• Removes and transports trash to the appropriate disposal areas.
• May compact trash.
• May change light bulbs and perform light facility maintenance.
• May keep building entryways free of snow and debris.
• May operate a vehicle to work at various locations.
• Other duties that are pertinent to the department or unit’s success also may be assigned.

Skills

Cleaning equipment

English fluency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Job Description

The Janitor position provides a wide variety of cleaning services and other related duties required to keep the facilities in a clean and orderly condition. This position will support the Nome Public Schools in Nome, AK.

Job Description

The Janitor position provides a wide variety of cleaning services and other related duties required to keep the facilities in a clean and orderly condition. This position will support the Nome Public Schools in Nome, AK. This is a non-rotational position. Hiring local Nome residents only.

Responsibilities

• Clean, sweep, vacuum, mop, sanitize and/or restocks; hallways, stairways, offices, food preparation or break areas, offsite areas, restrooms, public areas, or other work areas as assigned.
• Opens facilities for non-school usage on weekends and evening events.
• Sweeps, mops, scrubs, strips, extract, waxes, buff, vacuums, etc. all types of floors using appropriate equipment.
• Dusts both low and high areas and wipe down or cleans various surfaces.
• Uses appropriate equipment and cleaning solutions for all tasks.
• Removes and properly disposes of discarded materials.
• Removes and transports trash to the appropriate disposal areas.
• May compact trash.
• May change light bulbs and perform light facility maintenance.
• May keep building entryways free of snow and debris.
• May operate a vehicle to work at various locations.
• Other duties that are pertinent to the department or unit’s success also may be assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Some combination or education or experience that evidences a working knowledge of cleaning equipment and general cleaning processes.
• Must have a working cell phone number to use on the job as cell phone is used to dispatch work.
• Must be fluent in speaking, reading, and writing English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior janitorial/custodian experience preferred.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Weather: Indoor/Outdoor (Occasional exposure to extreme weather conditions)

Noise level: Moderate

Office conditions: Pace of work environment: Medium

Customer Interaction: Medium

Description of environment: School facility

Frequently required to walk and stand. Occasionally required to lift. Rarely required to pull and push.

Physical requirements: Must frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.

Travel: None

Competencies

NMS Core Values

Safety guides our behavior.

Honesty and integrity govern our activities.

Commitments made will be fulfilled.

All individuals are treated with dignity and respect.

The environment will be protected and sustained.