Custodial Worker in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at Universal Companies

Job Title: Custodial Worker	Reports to: Custodial Supervisor
Employment Status: Full-time; 12 month	FLSA Status: Hourly

The management services offered to our family of charter schools, allows us to collectively become a change agent and national leader in urban education as evidenced by student awareness of self, high academic achievement, positive school culture and community transformation wherever we serve.

Location: 5401 Tabor Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19120 (Northeast Philadelphia)

JOB GOAL:

The Custodial Worker is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the school building and following all required procedures when cleaning.

Responsibilities:

Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them.Gather and empty all trash.Clean and supply restrooms and polish furniture and fixtures.Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, doors, walls using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees.Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.Steam-clean or shampoo carpets.Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.Monitor building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours and checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.Move heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks.Set up, arrange, and remove decorations, tables, for board meetings and events.Perform related duties as required.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or EquivalentHigh degree of professionalismReliable and able to work some weekends.

Physical Demands:

Speak, stand, talk, walk, see, hear and, sometimes, to sit. Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to read small print. Frequently bend, reach above the head, as well as forward, and use fine motor skills.

Compensation:

Competitive salary scale based on relevant professional experience, education, and certifications.

The Universal Family of Charter Schools adheres to the policy of providing equal employment opportunities to all job applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation.