Job Description

Job Title: School Custodian

Location : Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Denver (ACAND)-Brighton, CO

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Dean of Operations

Work Hours/Days : Monday-Friday (12 p.m.-8:30 p.m.) Extended year calendar

Desired Start Date : Immediately

Salary Range: $18-$22 per hour

Position Summary:

Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Denver is looking for a School Custodian to help maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of our facilities. The Custodian is responsible for keeping education facilities, equipment, furnishings clean and organized. Responsibilities include ensuring the common areas, restrooms, offices, and classrooms are clean, and maintaining the cleaning equipment to ensure everything needed for cleaning the school is stocked and ready.

Located in Brighton, CO, just 3 miles from I-25, ACAND is a growing school of about 300 students that currently offers grades K-9 with plans to expand to K-12 by adding one grade per year.

We are looking for someone with high standards of excellence, a professional demeanor, and a can-do attitude to join our team and to help us build for the future. The ideal candidate will be a results-driven team player with the capacity to manage multiple projects and thrive in a dynamic environment.

Essential Functions:

• Follow existing methods and procedures for maintaining the facility to meet regulatory requirements and accountability reporting
• Abide by and adhere to all normal safety or security regulations and reports infractions
• Responsible for maintaining and certain standard of cleanliness and sanitation and associated documentation
• Perform general, routine custodial duties, like dusting, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, and restocking paper and soap supplies
• Perform routine maintenance of custodial equipment, supplies, and any other facilities needs. Sometimes perform this maintenance alongside a contractor or other vendor, and/or know when it is necessary to contact an outside contractor to repair or replace the equipment or item
• Working in conjunction with the Asst. Headmaster and Inventory Specialist, oversee the cleaning supply stock and ordering as necessary
• Ensure facilities equipment is working properly, reporting any malfunctions to the Dean of Operations
• Support the set-up and tear-down of year-round school events at our facilities
• Empty trash receptacles, dispose of trash into compactors or dumpsters, and bag trash for proper disposal
• Unlock doors, ensuring doors are locked after cleaning areas
• Report concerns to appropriate staff, which may include submitting or recommending work orders and checking supply levels
• Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices

Requirements:

• Commitment to the policies, mission, and vision of Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools of Colorado
• Commitment to high moral character necessary to sustain ordered liberty and constitutional self-government
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, and the ability to effectively articulate information and issues
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment, superior organization, and computer skills
• Ability to develop positive and professional relationships with team members
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and always maintain confidentiality and professionalism

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting/standing/walking
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to work with cleaning chemicals and cleaning machinery
• Must be able to traverse a ladder, stairs, the classroom and school building

Benefits Available: Our company offers a range of benefits to support our employees' well-being and financial stability.

• Competitive compensation
• Employer offers a percentage match to a retirement investment account
• Employee Assistance Plan that includes access to free counseling and other advisory sessions
• Paid time off, sick pay

Mandatory Background Checks: In alignment with our commitment to student safety, all candidates are required to undergo a comprehensive background check, which includes reviewing criminal records and may require fingerprinting. Please be aware that certain findings in the background check may disqualify a candidate from employment in a school setting. These may include, but are not limited to:

• Convictions for violent crimes, such as assault or domestic violence.
• Convictions for offenses against children, including abuse or endangerment.
• Drug-related offenses, particularly those involving the distribution or trafficking of controlled substances.
• Certain felony convictions, depending on their nature and recency.
• History of certain misdemeanors that may raise concerns about a candidate's suitability for working in an educational environment. Submission of this application signifies your consent to this process and understanding of these criteria.

Verification of Qualifications: You will be asked to provide verifiable proof for roles that demand specific qualifications or certifications (such as teaching credentials). We also conduct reference checks to validate your professional history and qualifications.

Adherence to Colorado Education Laws: Our recruitment process strictly follows the guidelines and regulations set forth by the Colorado Department of Education. We expect all applicants to be familiar with and adhere to these standards.

Our company participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

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