Job Description
Job Description
New Branches Charter Academy strives to provide a positive learning environment, along with a rigorous academic and cultural program where our children learn to become healthy, responsible citizens, life-long learners, and world leaders.
OUR VISION
New Branches Charter Academy, in partnership with educators, students, families and community stakeholders, closes the achievement gap and transforms the human culture by developing problem solvers and life-long learners who are fully prepared for high school, college, global economy careers, and world change.
New Branches Charter Academy encourages and fosters :
- Community We strive to create a safe environment that fosters inclusiveness and belonging by students, parents, staff, and community stakeholders.
- Perseverance We always strive to push ourselves and our students to their fullest potential.
- Responsibility Students, parents and staff are respectful to each other. Students learn to understand their responsibilities and take initiative to act upon them in their local, national and world communities.
- Diversity We embrace and value working with families with rich cultural and diverse backgrounds. We recognize that immersion in a variety of cultures will prime our students to work and live in a global economy. We celebrate and honor all the perspectives and aspects of every culture and background that creates the fabric of our school culture.
- Teamwork We provide a respectful process for open communication, collaboration and the opportunity for everyone to realize their value in our school community.
- Communication We will practice healthy, open and candid dialogue between all members of our school community. Healthy dialogue is that which encourages necessary conversations and respects all parties.
- Stewardship We ensure that our teaching and operational principles and practices are morally sound, ethical, transparent, respectful, and honest.
EXCELLENCE IS CHOICE.
Our real masterpiece is the unleashing of human potential. While our main focus is on creating the conditions of success for children to achieve their dreams, we also focus on developing one another through meaningful relationships, challenging work, constructive feedback, sound professional training, and a true commitment to nurturing the career path of each team member.
OPEN POSITIONS :
Custodial / Maintenance Supervisor (Full-Time)
12 Month Position for one PreK-8th Grade School BuildingNew Branches Charter School Academy
3662 Poinsettia Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49508
Website : www.newbranches.org
Phone : (616) 243-6221
ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES :
Plans and prepares employee work schedules.Coordinates activities with administrative staff to ensure services are provided in an efficient and timely manner.Confers with staff to resolve performance and personnel problems.Investigates complaints about service and equipment and takes corrective action.Inspects and evaluates the condition of facilities to determine services required.Keeps buildings and premises, including walkways, parking lot, and play areas neat and clean at all times.Regulates heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide temperatures appropriate for the season and ensures economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity.Shovels, plows, and salts sidewalks, driveways, parking areas, and steps, as appropriate.Checks daily to ensure exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during the hours of building occupancy.Raises the United States flag at or before 8 a.m. on each school day, and lowers it at or after 3 : 30 p.m.Sweeps or vacuums classrooms daily and dusts furniture.Cleans the corridors after school on a daily basis and during the day when the condition requires it.Daily scrubs, hoses down, and disinfects bathroom floors, and cleans all sanitary fixtures and drinking fountains.Washes all windows on both the inside and outside at least twice each year, and more frequently if necessary.Keeps the grounds free from rubbish.Performs such yard-keeping chores as grass cutting and tree trimming, as necessary, to maintain the school grounds in a safe and attractive condition.Keeps all floors in a clean and attractive condition.Cleans all chalkboards and marker boards weekly.Makes minor building repairs.Promptly reports major repairs needed to the Principal.Regularly maintains a schedule of all motors and other mechanical equipment requiring scheduled servicing.Reports any damage to school property.Remains on the school property during school hours, and during non-school hours when the use of the building has been authorized and attendance is required by the Principal.Assumes responsibility for the opening and closing of the building each school day and for determining that all doors and windows are secured, and all lights, except those left on for safety reasons, are turned off.Keeps an inventory of supplies, equipment, and fuel on hand.Conducts an ongoing program of general maintenance, upkeep, and repair.Moves furniture or equipment within buildings, as required, for various activities and as directed by the Principal.Complies with local laws and procedures for the storage and disposal of trash, rubbish, and waste.Assumes responsibility for the safe condition of outdoor structures.Conducts periodic inspections and tests of all electrical installations in the school to ensure their safe condition.Coordinates and works with volunteers in their efforts to beautify Academy grounds.Assumes other responsibilities assigned by the Principal.QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE :
Minimum Requirements :
Must be at least 18 years of age.High school diploma or equivalent.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Excellent organizational and leadership skills.Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and competence for other assigned responsibilities.Works well with supervisors, peers, subordinates, students, guests, vendors and any other school partners.Solid record of punctuality and attendance.Ability to follow instructions on safe use of all chemicals / cleaning materials.Ability to perform tasks with tools, ladders, and lifts in a safe and effective manner.Ability to work and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.Ability to work effectively in a diverse school community.Desired Requirements :
Six months of supervisory or commensurate leadership experience.Custodial experience in a school setting.Intermediate to advanced proficiencies in building trades including painting, wallpapering, plumbing, heating, and equipment repair.Demonstrated administrative and follow up skills to achieve successful maintenance and repair programs.BENEFITS :
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.Short-Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, and 401(K).Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave.Paid Time Off.Education Reimbursement available.Employee Assistance Program available.JOB GOAL
To provide students with a first class learning experience, contributing to their development as responsible citizens and leaders in their communities.
TO JOIN OUR DYNAMIC TEAM
To apply, please visit : https : / / choice.workbrightats.com / jobs /
Please contact Jackson Carmoney, Human Resources Generalist, directly with questions at jacksoncarmoney@choiceschools.com
Choice is an Education Service Provider for charter schools in Michigan and is the employer. Please visit www.choiceschools.com for more information. EEOC
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