School Custodian — Create Clean, Safe Classrooms

Brightside Academy; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid time off & holidays

401(k) & Roth

Life Insurance

Child care discounts

Professional development

Bonus opportunities

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Brightside Academy in Philadelphia is seeking a dependable Janitorial Specialist to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for children, families, and team members.

Join a network of over 30 early learning centers and a supportive team that offers competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities. You will perform cleaning tasks, stock supplies, and ensure safe storage of chemicals in a fast-paced school setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year of commercial cleaning or similar experience preferred.
• Reliable, detail-oriented and safety-focused.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Capable of managing cleaning tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiar with safe chemical use and storage practices.
• Strong time-management and organizational skills.
• Able to lift, move and handle cleaning equipment as needed.
• Able to pass required background checks.

Responsibilities

• Clean classrooms, restrooms, offices and common areas.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, shampoo and maintain floors.
• Replenish cleaning products, paper goods and classroom supplies.
• Remove trash and prepare containers for pickup.
• Operate custodial equipment safely.
• Maintain cleaning inventory and request supplies.
• Clean windows, furniture, fixtures and academy grounds.
• Support snow and ice removal when needed.
• Assist with academy opening and closing tasks.
• Follow OSHA, safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Reliable

Detail-oriented

Safety-focused

Independent & team-friendly

Time management

Lifting & mobility

Background checks

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Brightside Academy in Philadelphia is seeking a dependable Janitorial Specialist to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for children, families, and team members.

Join a network of over 30 early learning centers and a supportive team that offers competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities. You will perform cleaning tasks, stock supplies, and ensure safe storage of chemicals in a fast-paced school setting.