Evening Campus Building Custodian

Our Mission

High Meadow School is a nursery through eighth-grade independent school that celebrates childhood, the joy of learning and play, and the power of community in a student-centered environment. We honor and welcome each child's unique voice, identity, and approach to constructing knowledge. Drawing on current pedagogical research, we center diversity, equity, civic engagement, nature, and the arts in the school's dynamic curriculum and culture. High Meadow students graduate with a strong academic foundation and a developed sense of self, ready to contribute their passions and values to building thriving, sustainable, and equitable communities.

Job Description

Under the supervision of High Meadow's Facilities and Safety Manager and CFO, the Custodian will perform all daily custodial and minor maintenance duties of the buildings on High Meadow School's 4-building campus. Tasks include nightly sweeping, vacuuming, sanitizing floors and surfaces, mopping, and trash/recycling removal from classrooms, administrative spaces, common areas, and bathrooms. Other related duties as assigned.

Essential Duties

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. High Meadow School complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable New York State or local laws. Consistent with those requirements, High Meadow School will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability if such accommodation would allow the individual to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the job unless doing so would create an undue hardship.

Ensure high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across all campus buildings
Cleaning and sanitizing of restrooms, classrooms, offices and all common areasStock paper and sanitary supplies in classrooms, common areas, and bathroom spaces
Vacuum, sweep all floor surfaces on a daily basis and mop all floor surfaces on a weekly rotation
Empty/clean waste receptacles on a daily basis
Sanitize door handles and high-touch surfaces on a daily basis
Wash windows and walls on a monthly basis or as needed
Assist in setup/take down for special events as needed
Complete minor maintenance repair work and alert supervisor to any observed campus health or safety issues
Operation of school janitorial equipment as needed
Assure security of buildings and grounds before/after school and as needed
Move, rearrange furnishings as needed/requested
Maintain indoor building appearance and ensure all aspects of campus are clean and tidy
Report any unsafe conditions or high alert maintenance issues to the Operations Team
Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and report any shortages or needs for replenishment to the Facilities/Safety Manager
Ensure compliance with safety standards while performing cleaning duties.
Respond promptly to requests for cleaning services from staff or management

Ability to :

Maintain a school site, group of buildings or office space in a clean, orderly, and secure manner.
Use common cleaning materials and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
Operate a variety of school cleaning equipment.
Learn custodial procedures, methods and schedules.
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions/directions while working cooperatively with others.
Maintain routine records such as work orders, equipment repairs and maintenance, chemical application.
Utilize independent judgment in performing grounds maintenance and activities.
Perform heavy physical labor.

Work Details

This is a full-time, 12-month position.
This position functions onsite 5 days per week (4-10 PM Monday-Thursday with the option of working an additional evening on Friday or working on one day per weekend).
The job is performed in a generally hazard-free environment.
Salary Range: $40,000-$50,000

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Indoor/outdoor environment subject to changing conditions and temperatures
Exposures to fumes, chemicals, cleaning agents, dust, dirt, oil/grease, odors, heights, and loud noises.
Working on ladders and from varying heights.
Direct contact with the public, students, and other district staff.
Working with or around machinery with moving parts.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of custodial and ground equipment.
Standing and walking for extended periods of time.
Clarity of vision at varying distances to perform custodial and grounds duties.
Verbal, auditory, and written capabilities to effectively communicate in an articulate manner.
Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling object(s) weighing up to 75 pounds.
Occasional bending, kneeling, and crouching.
Possible contact with blood-borne pathogens and/or bodily fluids.

Desired Qualifications

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described.

Alignment to the HMS mission and core beliefs
Able to genuinely project the High Meadow School image and culture by being genuinely friendly, deeply hospitable, showing great care, and taking pride in contributing to the school environment
Desire to work in a highly collaborative, collegial environment
Ability to interface and communicate well with a variety of stakeholders, including children and adults
Strong attention to detail
Ability to self-manage custodial processes
2 years previous experience in custodial/maintenance work preferred
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and judgment regarding privileged information

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:
401(k) matching
Health insurance
Paid time off

Work Location: In person