High School Custodian 2026-2027

About the role

The School Custodian plays a pivotal role in school operations by ensuring a clean, safe, and orderly environment for students, staff, and visitors. This role includes a variety of cleaning and maintenance tasks, as well as oversight of specific operational functions that support the school's daily activities. The custodian will ensure that the school building and grounds are kept clean, sanitary, and presentable at all times. Essential Functions ● Cleaning and Maintenance: ○ Daily cleaning of all shared spaces and property in accordance to BENs standards ○ Sweep, mop, vacuum, and dust floors, carpets, and surfaces in classrooms, hallways, offices, restrooms, and other areas. ○ Empty trash cans and recycling bins, and properly dispose of waste. ○ Clean and disinfect restrooms, including toilets, sinks, mirrors, and replenishing supplies such as soap, toilet paper, and paper towels. ○ Wash windows, walls, and ceilings as needed. ○ Ensure classrooms and common areas are properly set up and maintained for daily activities and special events. ○ Perform deep cleaning tasks during school breaks and holidays to ensure the building is thoroughly cleaned and maintained. ○ Ability to assemble any furniture that is ordered by the School Operations Coordinator ○ Routinely inspects building to ensure that everything is in working condition ○ Must be able to arrange equipment or furniture for events or meetings ○ Routine walkthroughs throughout the school day ○ Respond to any student accidents, spills, and urgent needs ○ Perform cleaning functions such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, emptying trash cans, sanitizing bathrooms and cleaning desktops ○ Assist teachers and administrators with any request such as moving furniture, replacing light bulbs, and helping with deliveries ○ Must be able to take and implement feedback ● Safety and Security: ○ Ensure all entry points (doors and windows) are locked or secured after school hours. ○ Report any safety hazards, maintenance issues, or security concerns to the appropriate personnel. ○ Assist in emergency situations by following established protocols and providing necessary support. ○ Maintain clear and safe pathways inside and outside the school building, including shoveling snow and spreading salt during winter months. ● Maintenance Support: ○ Perform minor repairs and maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, fixing leaks, and minor carpentry work. ○ Assist with seasonal tasks such as snow removal, lawn care, and salting walkways. ○ Monitor and maintain heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems as needed. ○ Coordinate with external vendors for larger maintenance projects and repairs as required. ● Inventory and Supplies: ○ Maintain

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OUR MISSION BRICK is on a mission to support families from pre-cradle-to-career through holistic support, excellent schools, and clear pathways to college and career. By creating a comprehensive network of services, we are righting the wrongs of racial and economic inequality and paving the way for families to forge futures abundant with opportunity, wellness, and joy OUR VISION BRICK envisions a world of racial and economic justice, where every child and family has the support they need to learn, achieve, and work towards a fulfilling life of personal and collective prosperity. To learn more about BRICK, please visit http://www.brickeducation.org BRICK currently has schools in two regions: Newark, New Jersey, and Buffalo, New York. BRICK Gateway Academy Charter School is our Newark location. As a full K-12 continuum, we start our college-focused academic programming in kindergarten and yield better results for Newark students for generations to come. We are more than a school; we are a full ecosystem of supports from cradle to career. We provide our families with free wraparound services like prenatal care, career services, and housing support. Our high school alumni receive up to six years of post-graduate assistance. BRICK Gateway Academy attracts a diverse staff devoted to nurturing our students' intellect and identities in order to prepare them to graduate from college and to chart their own course. To learn more about our Newark location, BRICK Gateway Academy, please visit https://www.gatewayacademy.org

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