Custodian

A School Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean safe and orderly school environment for students staff and visitors. Custodians help ensure that classrooms offices hallways cafeterias restrooms and outdoor areas are properly cleaned and maintained.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clean classrooms hallways offices restrooms cafeterias and common areas. 

• Sweep mop vacuum dust and sanitize surfaces. 

• Empty trash and recycling containers. 

• Set up and arrange furniture for school events and activities. 

• Perform minor maintenance and repairs (e.g. changing light bulbs replacing ceiling tiles). 

• Monitor building security by locking and unlocking doors as required. 

• Maintain cleaning equipment and supplies. 

• Report safety hazards maintenance issues or vandalism to supervisors. 

• Assist with snow removal grounds maintenance or seasonal tasks when needed. 

• Follow health safety and sanitation procedures.

Qualifications :

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED (often preferred though not always required). 

• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting bending climbing and standing for extended periods. 

• Knowledge of cleaning methods equipment and safety practices. 

• Ability to work independently and follow instructions. 

• Good communication and teamwork skills. 

• Ability to pass required background checks. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous custodial janitorial or maintenance experience. 

• Experience working in a school or educational setting. 

• Basic knowledge of building maintenance plumbing electrical or HVAC systems. 

• Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and proper handling of cleaning chemicals.

Typical Physical Requirements:

• Lift up to 50 pounds. 

• Push and pull cleaning equipment and carts. 

• Frequent walking bending stooping and climbing.

Additional Information :

Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health wellness and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.

Compensation

Compensation for this role is between $15.92 to $16.36. Most candidates who meet job description requirements will receive an offer of $15.92. 

Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant professional development education certifications and tenure with Uncommon Schools. 

Benefits

• Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time paid holidays and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring Winter and Summer). 
• Extensive best-in-class training and development  
• Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance plans pre-tax flexible spending (FSA) dependent care (DCFSA) and health saving accounts (HSA)
• Financial Planning
  • New Jersey Pension program
• Paid leave of absence options (parental medical disability etc.)
• Mental health and counseling support wellness benefits

*A detailed list of all benefits is located HERE.

At Uncommon we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students staff and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences reflective of the communities we serve---with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.

As an equal opportunity employer Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation please email
 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time