FIRST SHIFT CUSTODIAN

ABBY KELLEY FOSTER CHARTER PUBLIC SCHOOL 10 New Bond Street Worcester, MA 01606 Phone: (508) 854-8400 Fax: (508) 854-8484 www.akfcs.org Job Title: First Shift Custodian Location: Facilities Department Reports To: Director of Facilities Subordinates: None Position Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt Salary: Based on Experience, Hourly, $17.98 - $20 Per Hour POSITION SUMMARY: The First Shift Custodian performs cleaning and maintenance tasks to ensure a safe and sanitary environment for students, staff, and visitors. This position works under the direction of assigned staff, attends and participates in meetings, training, and other events, and complies with all Abby Kelley Foster policies and procedures. The custodian will model the character virtues and mission of the school. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of this position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. WORK SCHEDULE: Shift: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM Days: Monday – Friday (occasional weekends as needed for special events) Snow Days: Employees are expected to report to work and meet in the HS Pump Room for 7AM, unless otherwise instructed by the Director of Facilities. The Facilities Director will communicate any changes to this requirement in advance to the Team. The Facilities Director reserves the right to send employees home from work in the event circumstances of the day pose a safety concern. Employees sent home will be paid for the hours worked in accordance to Massachusetts laws. School Vacations: Employees are expected to report to work and meet in the HS Pump Room for 7AM. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Sweep, mop, scrub, and wax floors. Vacuum rugs and carpets. Dust, wax, wash, and polish furniture and woodwork. Clean restrooms, replenish supplies, and refill dispensers. Maintain areas adjacent to buildings, ensuring cleanliness and safety. Wash windows, walls, sinks, and fountains. Arrange and move furniture and equipment for special activities. Observe and report on the need for repairs. Pick up trash and litter and empty/clean trash and garbage receptacles. Perform emergency cleanup resulting from vandalism, breakage, spills, floods, or illness. Stack, move, assemble, and store furniture, equipment, and supplies. Clean chalkboards and trays. Report unruly student activities, loitering, vandalism, or similar situations. Receive, store, order, and distribute supplies. Assist with lunch and breakfast schedules, ensuring cafeterias are clean and ready for use. Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPECTATIONS: No experience required, but previous custodial or janitorial work is desirable. High school diploma or equivalent, or any combination of training and experience likely to provide the desired knowledge. Regular attendance and punctuality. Physical condition and fitness sufficient to perform all required duties. Knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in cleaning various types of surfaces and furniture. Knowledge of basic safety practices related to custodial work. Ability to perform heavy physical labor. Ability to work effectively without close supervision. Operate specialized cleaning and maintenance tools and equipment. Follow a work schedule and complete assigned tasks. Maintain basic work records and make reports or purchase orders as needed. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Maintain cooperative working relationships with colleagues, students, and visitors. Ability to handle stressful situations and effectively manage time and responsibilities. EQUIPMENT USED: Cleaning and maintenance tools and equipment, including but not limited to vacuums, floor polishers, washers (e.g., Kiavac), floor strippers, scrubbing equipment, and office equipment such as computers, copiers, and calculators. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is primarily indoors but may require occasional outdoor tasks. Noise levels can vary from moderate to loud, depending on the task. Some activities may generate dust and/or non-toxic fumes. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Frequently required to walk, stand, travel between buildings, push heavy equipment, twist at the neck and waist, reach, and kneel. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. May be required to lift and/or carry up to 60 pounds. Important Note: Applicants who are hired for this position and are found to have provided falsified or inaccurate information during the application process are subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Compensation and Benefits: Full-Time, Non-Exempt Position with compensation based on relevant experience. This position is not on a salary scale. AKFCS also provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following: Massachusetts Teachers Retirement System (MTRS): Not Eligible Medical/Dental/Vision Life Insurance 403(b) & ROTH403(b) with Match Stipend for Professional/Personal Development Dash Pass (DoorDash) YMCA Discounts Comprehensive Private Leave of Absence Program (PFML) Sick Time with Sick Bank Personal Days Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Abby Kelley Foster Public Charter School is an affirmative action employer, ensuring that its programs and facilities are accessible to the public. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, religion, disability, gender identity, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, national origin, homelessness, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status or class protected by state or federal law. About Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School: Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School (AKFCS) provides an education to 1426 students in grades kindergarten through twelve, comprising an Elementary, Middle and High School. AKFCS values flexible educators who possess an optimistic, growth-oriented mindset regarding learning, for themselves, staff, and students. The District seeks to reflect the increasingly diverse world in which we live. We strive to provide our students with an exceptional education in a caring community of students, families, faculty, and staff that represents a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds. Our goal is to ensure opportunities for all students regardless of gender, race, religion, color, ethnicity, sexual preference, gender identity, or economic background. In support of our objective, Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School will: Continue to give special importance to the inclusion within our student body, our faculty, and our staff of persons from all groups within our society, including those who have experienced prejudice and disadvantage. Provide all members of the district with a range of appropriate opportunities to develop skills for living in a diverse community and integrate diversity initiatives throughout the AKFCS experience. Support the philosophy of our International Baccalaureate Program, which is aimed at developing inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. Empower all members of our community to share and celebrate their differences as well as their common experiences to foster a culturally responsive education. Support the mission of Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is to assist parents in their role as primary educators of their children by providing a classical liberal arts education grounded in the great works of Western Civilization and aimed at academic excellence, musical competence, and character formation.

Salary : $17 - $20