Growing Up Green Charter Schools brentwood , NY 11717
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Building & Grounds Custodian (Jamaica)
Mission Statement: The Growing Up Green Charter School (GUGCS) supports children to be conscious, contributing members of their community through a rigorous, anti-racist, anti-bias, curriculum and an engaging green culture. Graduates of GUGCS will be prepared to attend high-performing schools where their interdisciplinary academic foundation, knowledge of sustainability, and strong sense of self sets them apart as leaders and social justice advocates of the future.
A custodian at Growing Up Green is responsible for maintaining cleanliness of exterior and interior building grounds. This includes:
Emptying all trash receptacles and sanitary receptacles throughout the building; replace bags as needed as well as washing all receptacles as needed to control odor
Removing building trash to curbside for daily sanitation pick up and properly following all recycling protocol
Cleaning of classrooms & building offices
Assessing and stocking bathrooms: ensuring sinks, urinals and toilets are clean, toilets and urinals are flushed, floors are dry, soap and paper goods are replenished; ensure cleanliness of water fountains
Cleaning building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and vacuuming, including all classrooms, offices, bathrooms and common areas (cafeteria, gym)
Cleaning all fixtures (bathroom, lights, doorknobs, etc)
Dusting furniture, walls, machines, and equipment.
Striping and wax classroom, office and common area floor space during every School break
Other duties as needed
Maintenance of the building, including:
Replacing light bulbs
Removing debris from exterior building grounds
Assisting with mowing and trimming lawns and shrubbery, using mowers and hand and power trimmers
Removing snow from sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas, walkways, steps and entrances to all doors using snowplows, snow blowers, and snow shovels, and spread snow melting chemicals (i.e.-salt)
Setting up, removing and moving furniture or equipment, as needed
Cleaning building windows inside only
Applying appropriate measures to remove pests
Informing supervisor of any abnormal building conditions: report discrepancies
Other duties as needed
Must be able to:
Move and/or carry heavy items 50-75lbs
Ability to climb high ladder 8-10 ft ladder
Capacity to walk up and down stairs with ease
Requisition supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties
Monitor premises for presence of vermin
Maintain all safety, sanitary and fire codes
Perform light gardening such as planting small flowers, watering flower pots and garden beds
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of cleaning methods and the use and care of cleaning materials and equipment
Ability to work well independently and in a team environment
Basic computer skills
Maturity and strong work ethic
Strong commitment to the School's mission
Experience working in a childcare or educational setting a plus
Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
Starting salary is $40,000 (salary scale is commensurate with experience)
Education
High School diploma/GED Equivalent
At least one year custodial experience, preferably in an educational setting
Required Certificates & Licenses: NYC DOE/Fingerprinting & Background Clearance
Growing Up Green Charter Schools