School Custodian

Vertex Education; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading pay

Referral bonuses

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plans

Job summary

Vertex Education is seeking a diligent custodian for Legacy Traditional Schools’ Glendale campus to perform cleaning, maintenance, and routine inspections. You will manage daily facility tasks, assist with events, and ensure a safe, clean learning environment for students and staff.

You should have a high school diploma or GED and basic knowledge of cleaning methods. The role requires physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and flexible hours for events and summer schedules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or 6 months custodial related experience.
• Basic cleaning methods, equipment and products knowledge.
• The incumbent will be required to pass a criminal history background check.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain building facilities including classrooms, break rooms, and common areas.
• Perform room setups for meetings and events and daily cafeteria setup.
• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment and use appropriate cleaning chemicals.

Skills

Cleaning basics

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Vacuum cleaners

Mops & buffers

Job description

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

Under general supervision, performs a variety of facilities related work that includes but is not limited to cleaning, repairing and campus related inspections. This is a hands-on position physically undertaking a variety of assigned tasks.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Cleans and maintains building facilities including classrooms, break rooms, conference rooms, teacher work rooms, bathrooms, 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 services cleaning equipment daily and as needed.
• Applies wax or sealers to wood or concrete floors as directed by District Facilities.
• 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.
• Able to be flexible regarding work hours to support campus, events and other needs as they arise. Flexible during the summer school schedule as needed.
• Work in an outdoor and indoor environment while cleaning and repairing equipment, furniture and buildings.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Walk, stand and remain on your feet for extended periods, up to 4 hours or more at a time.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS THAT SET YOU UP FOR SUCCESS

• High school diploma or GED or 6 months custodial related experience.
• Basic cleaning methods, equipment and products knowledge.
• The incumbent in this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check.

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS THAT SET YOU UP FOR SUCCESS

• Two or more years experience as a school custodian.
• Expert knowledge of cleaning methods, equipment (including power tools/hand tools), and cleaning products.

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. Invest in your future with retirement plans and enhance your growth with promotion opportunities, training, mentoring, and tuition reimbursement.

Ignite your desire to be the best! At Legacy Traditional Schools, more than 1,300 of the best educators are changing lives of over 27,000 students every day across Arizona, Nevada, and Texas. Whether you're in the classroom, supporting operations, or leading a campus, you'll make a lasting impact by helping students grow academically and personally. We do things the Legacy way by illuminating our educators' talents, uplifting student success, and fueling our school spirit. Our team rises to the challenge of changing lives through education, cultivating bright, curious minds, and engaging positively with our communities. Join our mission-driven team and experience the energy, purpose, and pride that comes with being part of something truly special. The best performers ask others for support

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