Custodian

About the role

The Custodian is responsible for performing housekeeping, general cleaning, and other assigned tasks as required to maintain the cleanliness and safety of the school building and grounds. As a key member of the statewide Facilities team, the Custodian will report to the Campus Facilities Manager. This position is a full time position with a requirement to work the occasional night/weekend. This role furthers the mission of KIPP Texas by providing a clean, maintained and safe learning environment for students and faculty.

Role Responsibilities

Daily Operations

• Open and secure facilities, including unlocking doors, disabling/enabling the alarm system, and verifying that HVAC and lighting systems are operational
• Perform general cleaning duties: sweeping, mopping, window cleaning, restroom sanitation and restocking, whiteboard cleaning, drinking fountain upkeep, and trash removal
• Pick up litter on school grounds and athletic fields
• Complete daily laundry tasks (mop heads, towels, etc.)
• Respond promptly to emergency cleanup situations

Equipment

• Operate, clean, and maintain equipment (mops, buckets, auto-scrubber, etc.)
• Perform floor care including stripping, waxing, sealing, and carpet stain extraction
• Handle minor maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs, swapping air filters, and touch-up painting
• Learn and monitor key building systems, including fire alarm, security, main shutoffs, and electrical breakers

Campus Support

• Move and rearrange furniture; assist with meal setup as needed
• Assist with cleaning of campus vehicles, if applicable
• Check in weekly with supervisor(s) to report supply needs, cleaning concerns, and equipment issues
• Attend required team meetings, trainings, and professional development sessions
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Basic reading and writing skills
• 0-2 years of housekeeping or janitorial experience; school setting preferred

Competency and Skills

• Strong work ethic with a genuine commitment to maintaining a clean, safe campus
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented, self, directed, and solutions-focused
• Physically able to lift and carry 20-50 lbs
• Good manual dexterity
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Customer-service mindset with a resourceful, can-do attitude
• Willingness to learn building systems and new techniques
• Basic computer skills preferred
• English fluency preferred but not required

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The person in this position needs to be able to move about inside and outside the school throughout the workday.
• The candidate is expected to attend conferences, meetings and training sessions both virtually and in person within the Region.

Additional Requirements

• Reliable transportation is needed for travel between campuses
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
• Work with frequent interruptions.

Work Environment

Hybrid work - Reports to the central office or schools three days a week

Travel Requirements

Minimal travel: May travel to other school sites or regional offices for professional learning, meetings and other work related activities.

KIPP

Public Schools is a national network of public charter schools that prepares students with the skills and confidence to create the future they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We are a network of 278 schools with nearly 16,500 educators and 190,000 students and alumni.

What We Bring to the Table

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with coverage options for employees and their families.
• Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies.
• Paid family leave.
• Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA.
• Employee assistance programs.
• KIPP also offers the following employee-paid benefits: legal plans, LifeLock identity protection, life insurance and disability insurance.