School Janitor

American Heritage Schools - Broward Campus; Delray Beach (FL); On-site; USD 1,653,000 - 2,480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free tuition for child

Summer education discount

Free day Summer Camp for children

Free early care & after-care

Yearly bonuses

401K with employer match

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Lincoln Financial supplemental plans

Pet Insurance

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

Housing assistance

Free Continuing Education

Job summary

American Heritage Schools of Palm Beach County is hiring a School Janitor to maintain clean and safe facilities across designated areas. Responsibilities include floor care, trash removal, window cleaning, and restroom sanitation, with emphasis on health and safety practices.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and strong organizational and time-management skills. The position offers comprehensive benefits and supports ongoing education for employees.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Vacuum and mop floors daily in designated areas (bathrooms, hallways, etc.).
• Strip and wax floors as needed.
• Empty trash daily and replace liners; disposal to dumpster.
• Clean windows and doors as requested by supervisor.
• Remove gum from floors; use antibacterial wipes on railings.
• Clean bathrooms with disinfectants; restock supplies.
• Dust cobwebs and hardware; wipe windows.
• Keep janitor’s room clean and stocked; report supply orders.

Skills

Good communication

Cleaning chemicals

Disinfection

Organization

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

American Heritage Schools of Palm Beach County is currently accepting applications for School Janitor.

Benefits Include

• 100% free tuition for one of the employees’ eligible children *
• 50% discount for Summer Education for employees’ eligible children
• Free Day Summer Camp for employees’ eligible children while working over the summer.
• Free early care & after-care for employees’ eligible children while working
• Yearly bonuses
• 401K with partial employer match after a year of employment
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Supplemental Insurance plans available through Lincoln Financial
• Pet Insurance options
• Short-term & Long-term Disability options
• Life Insurance at no cost to the employee
• Affordable Company housing when available
• Free Continuing Education available
• This benefit is based on space availability and child acceptance to the school.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Vacuum and mop all floors daily in your designated areas (Bathrooms, hallways, etc.)
• Strip and wax floors as needed
• Empty trash and replace it with a new liner in cans.
  • Trash must be removed daily and taken to the dumpster.
  • Trash cans are to be washed monthly or as needed during the month to remove dirt and/or spills.
• Windows, blinds, and doors – Clean windows and/or doors as requested by the supervisor.
• Remove any gum from floors as needed.
• Use anti-bacterial wipes and wipe stair railings daily if in your assigned area.
• Bathrooms – Clean toilets, sinks, and floors with appropriate disinfectant cleaners.
  • Clean mirrors and tile walls as necessary.
  • Refill tissue, paper towels, and soap dispensers.
• Dusting – Remove cobwebs from the ceiling and dust all hardware (fire extinguishers, light switches, alarm boxes, etc.) and lockers if in your area.
  • Remove any dust or cobwebs from windows.
• Keep Janitor’s room clean, neat and orderly, and stocked with supplies.
• Report any supply order request to your Lead Representative.
• Opening and closing picnic table umbrellas every day

Secondary Duties & Responsibilities

• Painting of walls, doors, and railings as instructed by Supervisor.
• Pressure cleaning of surfaces as instructed by Supervisor.
• Change light bulbs
• Replace electrical switches.
• Replace air conditioner filters
• Plumbing
  • Changing faucets
  • Tightening pipes
  • Changing flush valve diaphragms and fill valve
  • Replace toilet seats
• Set up and break-down special events
  • Provide carpeting and plastic mats
  • Chairs
  • Tables
  • Build and move portable stage
• Unload and distribute shipment contents to appropriate departments/locations
• Break down and set up from school to camp and camp to school
  • Add/remove all furniture from classrooms to storage
  • Add/remove bumpers to teacher’s boards'

Qualifications/Education/Experience

• High school degree or equivalent

Skills & Abilities

• Good communication skills
• Knowledge of various cleaning products/chemicals/supplies and when to use them
• Ability to clean and disinfect various surfaces
• Good organization skills
• Excellent time-management skills

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to work in various weather conditions - heat, rain, etc.

Physical Requirements

• Work in various/extreme weather conditions
• Ability to lift and move at least 50 pounds
• Prolonged periods of walking or standing
• Ability to bend, stoop, climb, and reach

Employee understands that other tasks or duties may be added or assigned from time to time, in the discretion of the administration. The School reserves the right to modify, change, or amend this job description at any time. This is not a contract of employment. If you are employed under a contract with the School, you should refer to your contract regarding specific terms outlined therein concerning the duration of your employment. This job description supplements your duties and responsibilities. This job description does not alter your “at-will” status.

AHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.