School Facilities Custodian & Maintenance

Education for Change Ltd.; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Education for Change Ltd. in Oakland, CA is seeking a dedicated custodial staff member to perform cleaning and maintenance across classrooms and common areas.

You will disinfect restrooms, vacuum carpets, mop floors, and operate cleaning equipment to maintain a safe, sanitary environment for staff and students. The role requires basic maintenance knowledge, the ability to handle heavy physical work, and a valid CA driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of modern cleaning methods, procedures, equipment and materials.
• Basic building maintenance and repair techniques.
• Prior custodial work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect restrooms.
• Vacuum carpet floors.
• Wet and dry mop floors.
• Operate power vacuums, scrubbing and buffing machines, and shampooing machines.
• Clean, dust, and polish furniture, woodwork, lockers, walls, and metal work.
• Coat special hardwood gym floor; chemically clean, prep, tack, and apply finish.
• Clean and sweep walks, corridors, and entrances.
• Clean and disinfect drinking fountains.
• Clean and wash windows and glass doors.
• Empty waste containers and carry out waste.
• Move and rearrange desks, chairs, tables, furniture, and other equipment.
• Replace light bulbs.
• Lubricate and service equipment used in the course of work.
• Report safety, sanitary, and fire prevention hazards.
• Secure buildings and turn off lights.
• Learn and implement safe work practices to meet safety standards.
• Use cleaning methods, chemicals, and equipment for all phases of custodial services.
• Understand Hazard Communication Regulations and Material Safety Data Sheets.
• Perform heavy physical labor.
• Demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of staff and students.

Skills

Valid California Driver’s License

Education

Equivalent to graduation from 12th grade

Job description

Education for Change Ltd. in Oakland, CA is seeking a dedicated custodial staff member to perform cleaning and maintenance across classrooms and common areas.

You will disinfect restrooms, vacuum carpets, mop floors, and operate cleaning equipment to maintain a safe, sanitary environment for staff and students. The role requires basic maintenance knowledge, the ability to handle heavy physical work, and a valid CA driver’s license.