Custodian Supervisor

The Governor’s Academy, the oldest boarding school in New England, inspires and engages inquisitive students in ninth through twelfth grade. Our 456-acre campus is located thirty miles north of Boston and five miles south of Newburyport, a classic New England coastal town. Govs has approximately 400 students and 200 employees.

Govs faculty and staff are committed to creating and cultivating an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that allows students to learn from each other’s unique backgrounds and experiences, discover their passions, find and use their distinctive voices, and achieve academic and co-curricular excellence. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Adults in our community are professionals who appreciate individuality, collaboration, and service to others— all so that we can go far together.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Custodial Supervisor position is responsible for being part of and supervising a team that maintains a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for The Governor’s Academy community. This is a full-time and non-exempt staff position.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Schedule and supervise a team of three custodians. We anticipate that this is 10% supervising and 90% performing janitorial and cleaning duties.
• Specify and place orders for cleaning supplies and equipment as needed.
• Perform general cleaning duties such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and dusting in classrooms, dormitories, offices, and common areas.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms, showers, and other high-traffic areas following proper sanitation protocols.
• Empty and dispose of trash and recycling bins throughout the campus and ensure outdoor areas are free of litter.
• Conduct minor repairs on facilities and equipment, such as changing light bulbs, fixing leaks, and maintaining doors and windows.
• Monitor and restock cleaning supplies and report inventory needs via the Academy’s work request system, SchoolDude.
• Assist with the setup and breakdown of school events, including moving furniture and arranging spaces.
• Identify and report any safety hazards or repair needs, and adhere to all school safety protocols and guidelines.
• Assist with basic outdoor maintenance, including sweeping walkways, raking leaves, and clearing snow as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Facilities to support the overall upkeep of the campus.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous custodial or maintenance experience is required.
• Previous supervisory experience is required.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to high standards of cleanliness and safety.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A friendly and professional demeanor when interacting with students, faculty, and staff.
• Must be able to work collegially, be committed to working in a diverse community; have experience working and communicating with diverse populations; and enjoy working with young people in a boarding school environment.
• Ability to pass a background check per school policies.
• Must have a valid driver’s license

HOURS

• Monday – Friday, typically 07:00 am to 3:30 pm. Overtime, weekends, and nights are required at times.
• Hourly/Non-Exempt Essential personnel.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

This position reports to the Director of Facilities

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

To perform essential functions of the job, the following applies:

• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for long periods, and working in various weather conditions.
• Must work safely and wear proper attire to suit the conditions of the job function.
• Is capable of standing, bending, walking, and climbing stairs.
• Able to perform multiple tasks.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is performed outdoors and indoors in all-weather situations.
• The successful candidate will be flexible, enthusiastic, hardworking, and responsible and will enjoy a very busy work environment in which they will meet many people on a daily basis.
• The Governor's Academy is a non-smoking campus.

STATEMENT OF SCHOOL VALUES

As an educational community, the Academy has an administration, a faculty, and a student body committed to learning. We pursue this commitment in a dynamic environment that fosters lifelong intellectual independence, responsibility, teamwork, service, and respect for others. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive community that is physically and emotionally healthy.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at the Academy are based on merit, qualifications, and skills.

The Academy is committed to a policy of non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants and strives to promote equity in all areas of employment. The Academy is committed to ensuring that employment decisions are made without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, such as protective hairstyles), color, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, military service, application for military service, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law (“Protected Characteristics”). The Academy will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

This commitment is evident in all aspects of our employment practices and policies, including recruiting, hiring, selection, job assignment, promotion, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

Any employees or qualified applicants with questions or concerns about any type of discrimination in the workplace are encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of their immediate supervisor or the Human Resources Office. Employees can raise concerns and make reports without fear of reprisal. Retaliation against an individual for making a good faith report of discrimination is unlawful and is strictly prohibited by the Academy. Anyone found to be engaging in any type of unlawful discrimination or retaliation in violation of this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Outdoor work
• Private school
• School

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed
• Year round work

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Newbury, MA 01951 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Newbury, MA 01951: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $23