Custodian

Description

OUR SCHOOL

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 Custodian position is responsible for maintaining 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

• 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 preferred.
• 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

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

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.