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Academies of Math and Science
Day Porter - Grounds
Location: 1557 W Prince Rd, Tucson, AZ 85705
Position Summary
We are looking for an exceptional day porter person to perform a variety of general maintenance and custodial duties in and around school buildings including plumbing, painting, landscaping, and repairs.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain the general appearance of the exterior grounds of the campus by following daily, weekly, monthly, and annual maintenance schedules
- Sweeping, raking, and blowing sidewalks, parking lot, and common areas to keep free of rocks, debris, and trash
- Empties exterior trash cans and picks up exterior trash
- Assures exterior play areas and equipment are safe
- Prunes shrubs and trees to shape and improve appearance and growth
- Sprays lawn areas with herbicides to control undesirable weeds as directed
- Maintains all landscape equipment and tools in good working condition and demonstrates proficiency of use (pole saws, weed eaters, backpack blowers, etc.)
- Power washes sidewalks, exterior of building, and fencing to keep clean and free from debris and graffiti
- Exterior and interior paint touch up as necessary to keep the grounds looking in excellent condition
- Maintains and makes minor repairs to irrigation systems, ensuring grass areas are getting proper watering
- Rakes rock areas to maintain uniform spreading, especially around playground equipment
- Driveline support, including setting up and maintaining safety cones and signs
- Comply with chemical handling laws and safety regulations as required; maintain a safe working environment
- Answer questions and interact professionally with school administration
- Performs the necessary room set-ups for scheduled meetings and events (including daily cafeteria set-up)
- Assists in building security, locking and unlocking of doors and gates
- Assist with routine maintenance tasks such as light bulb and filter changes
- Notifies Office Manager of the need to order materials/supplies,
- Notifies Head of Operations/Facilities Manager the need for any major repairs, or additions to building operating systems
- Assist with cleaning and maintaining building facilities including classrooms, break rooms, conference rooms, teacher work rooms, library/media rooms, gymnasiums, lunchrooms, nurses’ rooms, stages and lobby/receptionist areas as necessary
- Knowledge of HAZMAT regulations and Safety Data Sheets required
- Other duties as assigned
Employee Benefits:
- Competitive salaries
- Paid sick days and personal leave
- Fully paid employee benefits including medical, dental, short/long term disability, and life insurance; optional low-cost vision insurance
- 401k retirement plan (with 4% employer match)
Interested in working with us?
Please include a detailed resume demonstrating your experience and accomplishments.
Compensation: $15.00 - $18 per hour, DOE.
Qualified Candidates Must Have:
- High School Diploma or GED
- 2 years of experience with cleaning school environments or similar
- Familiar with SDS
- Understanding of basic cleaning equipment operation such as Backpack Vacuum, Floor Varnisher, Microfiber Cleaning Systems.
- Ability to work in teams
- Ability to respond to School Emergencies such as classroom spills and lunchroom spills
Join us to enjoy rewarding challenges and ongoing opportunities!
Salary : $15 - $18
