Job Details

We're excited to provide the best education in the best environment to our students!

Academies of Math and Science-Little Rock, AR

Custodian

Compensation: $14-16/hr.

The Academies of Math and Science (AMS) is a network of top-rated, public K-8 charter schools in Arizona that have been in operation for 20 years. AMS Arkansas is our network's first out-of-state expansion, and we could not be more excited to serve students and families in the Little Rock community! We deeply believe in the power of high expectations and a rigorous curriculum to develop today's students into tomorrow's global visionaries.

AMS Little Rock will have its founding year in 2024-2025. Our Academic team is committed to continuous instructional improvement and implementing proven methods for advancing student learning. Are you a data-driven, culturally aware teacher, who is determined to provide opportunities for ALL students to excel academically? You belong here!

Make a difference in the lives of children who may not otherwise have access to high-quality education and inspire students to have high standards for their own academic and behavioral success! We want teachers who will be impassioned and driven by our mission to make an impact by providing an exceptional education for underserved students. Join our community and help us change the world, one student at a time.

We are looking for an exceptional day porter person to perform a variety of general maintenance and custodial duties in and around school buildings including plumbing, painting, landscaping, and repairs.

Responsibilities:

• Assess all areas of the school and clean as necessary

• Prepare and stage cleaning supplies

• Maintain a supply of and account for cleaning supplies and equipment; always maintain an adequate inventory

• Comply with chemical handling laws and safety regulations as required; maintain a safe working environment

• Answer questions and interact professionally with school administration

• Cleans and maintains building facilities including classrooms, break rooms, conference rooms, teacher work rooms, hallways, gymnasiums, lunchrooms, nurses' rooms, stages, lobby/receptionist areas, etc.

• Performs the necessary room set-ups for scheduled meetings and events (including daily cafeteria set-up)

• Sweeps, mops, scrubs, and vacuums floors using cleaning solutions, tools, and equipment

• Cleans and/or polishes walls, ceilings, windows, door glass, and building fixtures

• Launder towels and mop heads

• Dusts furniture, walls, light fixtures, baseboards, student desks and other equipment

• Gathers and empties trash throughout the campus, including on the exterior of the campus as necessary

• Cleans and sanitizes bathrooms daily

• Cleans and services cleaning equipment daily and as needed

• Applies wax or sealers to wood or concrete floors as directed by Head of Operations/ Facilities Manager

• Assists in building security, locking and unlocking of doors and gates

• Assist with routine maintenance tasks such as light bulb and filter changes

• Notifies Front Office Manager of the need to order materials/supplies.

• Notifies Head of Operations/Facilities Manager needs for major repairs, or additions to building operating systems

• Ability to operate and mechanically understand the following machines, tools, and other special equipment and supplies used to perform job duties: hand tools, small power tools, ladder, backpack and upright vacuum, floor buffer, carpet extractor, cleaning and polishing chemicals, wheeled utility cart

• Knowledge of HAZMAT regulations and Safety Data Sheets required

• Other duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or GED

• 2 years Experience with cleaning school environments or similar

• Familiar with SDS

• Understanding of basic cleaning equipment operation such as Backpack Vacuum, Floor Varnisher, Microfiber Cleaning Systems.

• Ability to work in teams

• Ability to respond to School Emergencies such as classroom spills and lunchroom spills