School Facilities Custodian – Long-Term Substitute

Innovative Arts Academy Charter School; Catasauqua (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovative Arts Academy Charter School in Catasauqua, PA is seeking a Custodial Staff member to maintain an environmentally safe, secure, and clean building that supports learning.

Responsibilities include cleaning restrooms, floors, windows, and common areas; monitoring security; handling cleaning chemicals safely; assisting with events setup and snow removal as needed to keep the school welcoming for students and staff.

Qualifications

• Must have excellent interpersonal skills with coworkers, supervisors, students, and school staff.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-motivated with initiative.
• Strong written and verbal English communication.

Responsibilities

• Follows all laws, regulations, rules, and procedures, and complies with the instructions and/or directives from supervisor(s).
• Monitor building security and safety by performing tasks such as locking doors after operating hours.
• Service, clean, and supply restrooms.
• Gather and empty trash.
• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and/or vacuuming.
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Handle chemicals properly when preparing cleaning solutions, floor finishing chemicals, solvents, etc.
• Assist in stripping, sealing, finishing, and polishing floors.
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors in a timely manner or as needed.
• Set up, arrange, and remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, and scaffolding for events.
• Clean and polish high-profile areas such as drinking fountains, counters, and areas used to prepare or store food.
• Dusting high-traffic areas and monitor for cobwebs/dead insects.
• Move heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies with proper technique.
• Assist with snow removal when required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

English communication

Job description

Innovative Arts Academy Charter School in Catasauqua, PA is seeking a Custodial Staff member to maintain an environmentally safe, secure, and clean building that supports learning.

Responsibilities include cleaning restrooms, floors, windows, and common areas; monitoring security; handling cleaning chemicals safely; assisting with events setup and snow removal as needed to keep the school welcoming for students and staff.