Custodian - Full Time Position 2nd Shift

The Custodian ensures that students and staff are provided with a safe, attractive, and clean working and learning environment.  Additionally, the Custodian is committed to Atlantis Charter School Board of Trustee’s policies regarding equity, human rights and cross cultural understanding and reports to the Facilities Coordinator or their designee.     

Atlantis Charter School is committed to recruiting, employing, training, promoting and compensating a diverse team. We will honor and celebrate your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

QUALIFICATIONS:                     

• High school diploma or equivalent required 
• Previous experience working in a related field in an education setting preferred
• Strong communication skills, both written and spoken
• Ability to relate well to others
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Ability to work well as part of a team

REPORTS TO: Director of Campus Facilities or their designee

SUPERVISION: None

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

While actual roles and responsibilities will vary depending on individual circumstances, the Custodian will generally be required to perform some or all of the following tasks. Note that this list in not all-inclusive and that the Director of Campus Facilities may also assign other tasks they deem appropriate.

1. Keeps building and premises, including sidewalks, driveways, and play areas, neat and clean at all times. Shovels and sands walkways and steps during inclement weather, as needed.
2. Checks daily to ensure that all exit doors are accessible and working properly during the hours of building occupancy.
3. Sweeps and cleans classroom floors, corridors and stairs thoroughly on a daily basis. Uses floor and carpet cleaning machinery as needed
4. Cleans eating areas as assigned.  Includes regularly cleaning and sweeping floors, wiping and disinfecting tables and taking out the trash.
5. Responds to emergency custodial requests as required, including answering emergency alarm calls after hours as assigned.
6. Cleans and disinfects bathrooms daily, including toilet, sanitary fixtures, bathroom floor, and sink.  Uses bathroom cleaning machinery as directed.  Uses appropriate signage to warn others about potential safety hazards, such as wet floor signs.
7. Cleans and sanitizes water fountains daily
8. Keeps school grounds free from trash and rubbish and takes out trash from outside trash bins as directed.
9. Completes daily checklist for assigned tasks at the end of each shift and uses checklist to communicate with next shift on any tasks that may need to be addressed.
10. Operates lawn equipment to maintain landscaping of property as directed.  Lawn equipment includes but not limited to lawn movers, weed trimmers, and blowers.
11. Operates all machinery safely.  Follows instructions and safety protocols to properly and safely operated machinery. Reports damage to machinery or repairs needed to Director of Campus Facilities.
12. Reports major repairs and/or damage to the Director of Campus Facilities promptly.
13. Reports immediately to the Director of Campus Facilities and Principal any damage to school property.
14. Observes and promotes safe work practices and procedures at all times.
15. Adheres to proper cleaning methods, storage, and proper care of Atlantis Charter School equipment and supplies and completes appropriate checklist.
16. Regulates heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide temperatures appropriate to the season and to ensure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity, as needed.
17. Remains on school premises as requested and necessary when the use of the building has been authorized and extended work hours have been approved and is able to work flexible shift assignments as needed.
18. Assumes responsibility for the opening and closing of the building when assigned and ensures that all doors and windows are secured, lights are turned off and alarm system turned on before leaving the premises.
19. Moves furniture and equipment as directed by District Leader/Principal/ Director of Campus Facilities.
20. Complies with local laws and Atlantis Charter School policies for the storage and disposal of trash, rubbish, and waste.
21. Maintains professional boundaries with students at all times and reports student concerns to District Leader/Principal/or Dean of Students

Additional Requirements

1. Performs other duties as assigned;

Cultural Standards

1. Establishes and maintains cooperative and effective working relationships with all members of school community to carry out responsibilities;
2. Interacts professionally with a diverse range of constituents;
3. Maintains an attendance record that meets or exceeds an acceptable standard as defined by ACS policy.
4. Takes responsibility and accountability for assigned tasks, projects, and duties while maintaining a professional manner.
5. Makes efficient use of time by organizing and prioritizing work efficiently.
6. Presents an appearance that is clean, neat and appropriate to the job.
7. Attends Atlantis Charter School required inservice programs and professional development.
8. Actively listens and responds in a respectful non-confrontational manner to the opinions of others.
9. Fosters positive attitude in the workplace.
10. Maintains and respects strict confidentiality of any sensitive information related to Atlantis Charter School, its faculty, staff and students.

EVALUATION

An annual performance evaluation of the Custodian will be conducted by the Director of Campus Facilities or their designee. 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

At will employment.  Scheduled start and end times are subject to change during course of employment on an as needed basis.  Hourly rate as negotiated per agreement.  The employee assumes responsibility for repair, maintenance and replacement of any tools used in carrying out job duties that are owned by the employee.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequent walking, standing, lifting, up to approximately 50 pounds, and occasional lifting of equipment weighing up to approximately 100 pounds may be required.  Work is typically performed walking or standing.  The work environment also exposes the employee to potentially hazardous substances, such as chemicals in cleaning supplies.  Employee is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise and hazards.   

Salary : $17 - $20