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Full Time Custodian
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Job Location:
Memphis, TN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
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Posted:
22 August 2026 (18 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
19 November 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
About Us:
At Freedom Prep we are committed to transforming education for students across the South ensuring they have access to high-quality educational opportunities that empower them to thrive. Over the past 15 years our students have consistently exceeded both local and state averages in math and have surpassed local benchmarks in English Language Arts on state assessments. Our mission is guided by three core beliefs: every child deserves the right to a high-quality public education character development is essential to student success and exposure to diverse opportunities builds the confidence and skills needed to excel in college and in life.
At Freedom Prep we cultivate a structured academically rigorous environment that fosters excellence in core subjects promotes advanced academic skills and encourages students to embody the core values of Respect Responsibility Integrity Excellence and Community.
We are always looking to connect with talented mission-driven individuals who are passionate about Freedom Prep. While we do not have an immediate opening for this position we anticipate future opportunities and invite you to join our talent pool.
By submitting your information youll be among the first to know when a position becomes available. Well review applications on a rolling basis and reach out if your background aligns with our future needs.
If youre excited about the possibility of joining Freedom Prep and want to stay connected wed love to hear from you.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The FPA full-time Custodian is responsible for maintaining our schools and network offices overall cleanliness and functionality. Under the supervision of the Lead Operations member or Head of School this person maintains their assigned building or group of buildings including keeping the office space clean orderly and secure during assigned shifts; and other related duties as required.
DUTIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Cleans restrooms dressing rooms shower rooms classrooms and common areas.
Stocks toilet and sanitary supplies.
Vacuums sweeps and mops floors.
Dusts and polishes furniture and woodwork.
Empties and cleans waste receptacles.
Washes windows and walls.
Polishes metal work; and takes care of equipment and materials.
Set up and prepare rooms for special events and needs.
Reports needed repair work to proper authorities.
Performs minor repairs to building fixtures and equipment.
Waxes and refinishes floors and shampoos the carpets.
Pick up paper and other debris from grounds and buildings.
May be required to perform miscellaneous maintenance work such as touch-up painting.
Assure security of buildings and grounds during assigned times.
Moves and/or re-arranges furniture chairs desks tables etc.
Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education - High School Diploma or equivalent experience
One year of work in the custodial field or similar work experience
Licenses and Other Requirements DOJ and FBI fingerprint clearance
Ability to maintain regular attendance consistent with the expectations for the position
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of modern cleaning methods including cleaning chalk and whiteboards carpets furniture walls and fixtures.
Proper methods techniques materials disinfectants tools and equipment used in modern custodial best practices and work methods.
Proper lifting techniques.
Requirements for maintaining school buildings in a safe clean and orderly condition.
Oral and written communication and safety skills using tact patience and courtesy.
Maintain an assigned school site group of buildings or office space in a clean orderly and secure manner during an assigned shift.
Maintain routine records such as work orders equipment repairs and maintenance chemical application cleaning schedules and overtime assignments.
Use common cleaning materials and equipment safely and efficiently.
Learn custodial procedures methods and schedules.
Observe and report safety hazards and need for maintenance and repair.
Maintain tools and equipment in clean working order.
Operate a variety of custodial equipment including a floor stripper buffer carpet cleaners vacuum cleaner and other small power and hand tools.
Move and arrange furniture and equipment for meetings and special events.
Perform minor and carry out oral and written instructions.
Meet schedules and timelines.
Work cooperatively with others.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Environment
Indoor/outdoor environment subject to changing conditions and temperatures exceeding 90 degrees at times.
Regular exposure to fumes dust odors heights and loud noises.
Exposure to cleaning agents and chemicals such as disinfectants graffiti remover floor stripper floor wax propane and paint thinner.
Direct contact with the public students and other district staff.
Working on ladders at varying heights.
Physical Demands
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of custodial equipment.
Standing and walking for extended periods.
Clarity of vision at varying distances to perform custodial duties.
Verbal auditory and written capabilities to effectively communicate articulately.
Lifting carrying pushing and pulling object(s) weighing up to 75 pounds.
Occasional bending kneeling and crouching.
Reaching overhead above the shoulders and horizontally.
Climbing ladders and working from varying heights as necessary.
Hazards
Working with chemicals tools and powered machinery.
Possible contact with blood-borne pathogens and /or bodily fluids.
$32000 - $32000 a year
We are excited that you are inspired or called to learn more about our mission values and potential opportunities. Wed encourage you to explore a few additional resources about us the recent investmentfor whats possible and why you should consider our communityas a place for you to become a part of. We are one of the few networks that centers the whole person and their needs to thrive and support themselves and their families in the South.
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION: At Freedom Prep we prioritize transparency in everything we do. We believe that open communication fosters trust and collaboration. As part of this commitment we make our salary scales available online for you to view ensuring clarity and fairness in our compensation practices. You can view our compensation scales on our website. Please click HEREto be redirected.
Check out some of the unique and rare benefits here including but not limited to:
-Paying higher scaffolded teacher salaries from Year 1 to retirement stage
-Zero dollar monthly premium options including holistic options such as chiropractic or acupuncture care (TN ONLY)
-Focus on staff well-being and collective care through our Adult Social-Emotional Learning
-Support in obtaining licensure
OUR COMMITMENT: Freedom Preparatory Academy is actively seeking to build an experienced team of educators. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color gender handicap age religion sexual orientation or national or ethnic are an equal opportunity employer.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
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