Lead Custodian

University Prep Schools; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University Prep Schools in Detroit is seeking a Lead Custodian to provide comprehensive custodial and maintenance support for the district. The role reports to the Facility Manager and Schools Operations Manager and requires coordinating with building leadership to ensure clean, safe conditions on campus.

The position demands physical fitness, reliability, and the ability to handle after-hours emergencies. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and some college or trade

Qualifications

• Experience in custodial and maintenance.
• Be neat in appearance.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work with School Operations Manager or Principal.
• Process service requests via district help desk and manage updates.
• Sweep, mop and scrub floors and surfaces.
• Clean and renew floor finishes and glass surfaces.
• Lock/unlock doors and ensure building security.
• Assist with HVAC and facilities systems.
• Oversee outside contractors as needed.
• Respond to school emergencies after hours.

Skills

Custodial experience

Maintenance

Communication

Physical fitness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Some college or trade school

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Job Details:

Job Location: U Prep Academy District - DETROIT, MI 48202, The Lead Custodian provides general custodial/maintenance services for the district and reports to the Facility Manager and Schools Operations Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinates work with the School Operations Manager or Principal;
• Utilizes the district help desk to process requests for service and setup, including opening,
• updating, closing and reassigning requests;
• Sweeps, mops and scrubs floors and other surfaces;
• Cleans, renovates and renews floor surface finishes;
• Cleans and dusts furniture, exhibit cases, fixtures, windows, doors, trim and related furnishings;
• Cleans whiteboards - interactive and stationary;
• Washes/cleans light fixtures;
• Replaces light bulbs/tubes and assists with ballasts as necessary;
• Moves furniture, supplies and miscellaneous equipment;
• Sweeps or shovels snow from steps, roofs, and walkways at building entrances and salts icy steps and walkways as necessary;
• Collects, bags and disposes of trash daily;
• Locks/unlocks doors and windows to buildings, classrooms, offices and lockers;
• Turns off unnecessary lighting;
• Cleans and services bathrooms and locker rooms;
• Washes all interior and exterior glass including framed pictures, partitions and doors;
• Report items that require repair or maintenance to supervisor;
• Follows written work schedule, policies and procedures;
• Assists with the operation of HVAC and equipment;
• Assists with the operation of facilities systems (camera, keyless door entry);
• Guards against fire, theft and illegal entry, maintain building security;
• Works from ladders, scaffolding, or swing stages;
• Vacuums, spot cleans and extracts carpet as necessary;
• Willing and able to respond to school emergencies during off hours;
• Ensures grounds are properly maintained;
• Working with sub-lessee/building partner as applicable;
• Oversees and directs outside contractors as needed;
• Monitors site tasks to ensure completion of all general maintenance for building;
• Serves as direct report for building Day Porter if assigned; and
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Experience in custodial and maintenance;
• Possess good habits, character, and attendance;
• Be neat in appearance;
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal;
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.;
• Possess a willingness to learn new job skills;
• Ability to foster good working relationships;
• Basic computer and software skills;
• Upon request, present a certificate signed by a licensed physician appointed by the school board verifying the physical ability to perform the job;
• Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record.

Experience/Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required;
• Some college or trade school classes preferred;

Demonstrates U Preps Core Values:

• We work well by ourselves and teams
• We care about people
• Our actions have a purpose
• We think big and do
• Learning is exciting

About U Prep Schools:

If you are dedicated to a pursuit of excellent both in yourself and our students; if you are self-motivated; if you are an innovator and if you want to play a key role in changing young lives—we are looking for U. Our mission: to give students the courage to pursue a future full of possibilities. Our students come to our network of schools looking for a regarding and fulfilling education. Comprised of three public charter school districts; University Preparatory Academy, University Preparatory Science and Math and University Preparatory Art and Design; we educate over 4,500 students in the burgeoning city of Detroit. Help us to prepare our students for success in life and be a part of U.

Detroit 9090 is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination of any kind. All employment decisions with Detroit 9090 are based on district needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status.