Custodial Specialist - Tucson Campus

Custodial Specialist - Tucson Campus

AZACS is growing, and we invite you to apply to be part of our award-winning team

AZACS was awarded the 2023/2024 National ESEA Distinguished Schools Award for Arizona and the 2022 YASS Prize for innovation in education and providing a transformational experience by expanding unique individualized learning programs for autism charter schools. 

Duties:

• Opening duties ie: may unlock the building and walk the area to ensure it's ready for school
• Closing duties ie: may walk the campus and ensure it's locked up and set the alarm
• Clean up trash, periodically disinfect desktop surfaces, tidy furniture, sweep, mop, vacuum, wax, polishing floor surfaces, cleaning windows
• Clean and sanitize toilets, sinks, and showers
• Restock all disposers, i.e., paper towels, toilet paper, soap, sanitizer, and air freshener
• Perform maintenance and minor repairs (replacing broken switches, fixing door handles, minor leaks, toilet needs, etc.)
• Perform other maintenance to include such items as adjusting desks, replacing light bulbs, cooling filters, adjusting doors, etc.
• Report or submit additional maintenance work orders as needed
• Ensure the alarm system is turned off in the morning and activated before leaving
• Undertake custodial and janitorial tasks (picking up trash from the parking lot, lifting heavy items, moving chairs, etc.)
  
• Assist in the annual inventory of all equipment in the school
• Set up and restore the gym, auditorium, or cafeteria for special events, meetings, games, or plays
• Performs basic plumbing, mechanical maintenance, and repairs to leaks, stoppages, and other equipment/structures. Advise the supervisor if an outside vendor is needed for a complex repair
• Ensure the restrooms are prepared to AZACS standards for the day
• Maintain outer premises by watering plants, cleaning entrances, and performing minor landscaping repairs
• Minimal pest control: Utilize insecticides to prevent infestation by dangerous pests
• Responsible for cleaning up of blood-borne pathogens
  

Safety and Security Duties:

• Assist in all safety drills: (per EOP Manual)
• Assist with drop-off and pickup procedure: (per EOP Manual)

Benefits:

• Competitive pay based on experience 
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Understanding of methods, materials, and equipment used in custodial, grounds keeping, and building maintenance work. 
• Proven experience as a custodian, janitor, or in a similar role
• Knowledge of the use and maintenance of industrial cleaning equipment and appliances
• Knowledge of safe disposal of chemical liquids and other hazardous components
• Familiarity with basic landscaping and handyman practices
• Attention to detail and conscientiousness
• Very good physical condition and strength
• A high school diploma is preferred but not required

Required:

• Arizona IVP Fingerprint clearance card

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class require: stooping, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Physical Requirements:  

Exerting up to 60 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Be able to lift to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions:  

Work is performed in an outdoor environment occasionally and an indoor environment frequently.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Arizona Autism Charter Schools, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Civil Rights Act Title VII of 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Arizona Autism Charter Schools, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment or in any of its educational programs or in the provisions of benefits and services to students.