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Job DetailsJob Location: Richmond, CA 94804Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $22.00 - $28.00 HourlyJob Category: EducationOverview

Though 9 in 10 Latino young adults say a college degree is important for success in life, fewer than 15% age 25 or older hold a bachelor’s degree. Voices College-Bound Language Academies exists to change that.

Voices is a public charter school network with a mission to prepare all students for the challenges of higher education through the context of an academically rigorous dual-immersion program. Every student, regardless of home language, graduates bilingual and biliterate in English and Spanish.

Role Summary

The Custodian / Light Maintenance will clean and maintain the school facility to ensure a safe, secure and comfortable environment conducive to student learning. Under minimal supervision, this position performs semi-skilled or unskilled tasks in the upkeep and repair of the school site and grounds and is responsible for keeping the buildings and grounds clean, orderly, properly maintained and in compliance with our policy and expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Essential Duties

Responsible for the overall cleanliness of the facility.

Empty waste receptacles, wash walls and windows.

Assemble furniture and set up class layout as needed

Wash, and disinfect restrooms.

Wash all windows on both the inside and outside at least twice each year and more frequently if necessary.

General clean-up of all areas on campus to ensure a safe environment.

Lock or secure doors and windows; open classrooms for authorized personnel.

May order, pick up, deliver and maintain inventory of approved materials, equipment, and supplies used in the work.

Coordinate and assist trade skills such as minor repairs as needed and approved by the supervisor.

Light touch-up painting.

Remove graffiti

Set up and dismantle chairs and tables for various school events.

Perform grounds-keeping and landscape maintenance functions as required.

Replace light bulbs and other lighting fixtures.

May check appliances and equipment as to operational safety.

Report fire, sanitation or other hazards to the supervisor.

Drive for needed supplies pickup

Lift, carry, push, pull, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, move heavy objects (up to 75 lbs.), etc.

Exposure to cleaning solutions, disinfectants, chemicals, dust, fumes, noise, bacteria, bodily fluid, etc.

Perform other duties as assigned

QualificationsRequired Qualifications

Knowledge of the safe use and operation of equipment and chemicals used in janitorial and custodial work
Ability to read, speak, and write in English and perform basic mathematical calculations

Demonstrates knowledge of, and support, Voices Academies mission, vision, values, standards, policies, procedures, instructions, confidentiality standards and ethical behavior
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties
Works well in a high paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

1-3 years of janitorial experience
Ability to read, speak, and write in Spanish

Working Conditions

Regular requirement to stand, sit, walk, talk, hear, see, read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, stoop, kneel and crouch
Lift, carry, push, pull, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, move heavy objects (up to 75 lbs.), etc.
Exposure to cleaning solutions, disinfectants, chemicals, dust, fumes, noise, bacteria, bodily fluid, etc.
Evening and or weekend work
Occasional travel
Willingness to be trained as needed

Prior to Employment: Once an offer has been extended, a candidate must meet the following criteria to receive a final agreement:

First Aid/CPR/AED Certification

Pass physical exam

Clear Criminal Background Check

Valid TB Clearance

Key Compensation

Hourly compensation range: $22.00 - $28.00
Part-time (25 hours per week)

Employment

Reports directly to the Business Manager

Permanent Part-Time, Non-Exempt Position

Position follows 11 month calendar

At-Will Contract

If you have any questions about this position, please contact our hiring team by email at [email protected].

Voices College-Bound Language Academies is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Voices to afford equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, citizenship status, medical condition, or any other legally protected status.