Custodian

Pride Academy Charter School | East Orange, NJ

  
CountyEssex
Posted Date 7/30/2026
Expiration Date8/29/2026
Description

Pride Academy Charter School is seeking applicants for the position of
Custodian
.

 

High School Diploma and Low Pressure Black Seal Boiler License preferred.


General Duties and Responsibilities
include but may not be limited to the following:

* Open and close the building according to the rules of the Board.

* Keep the grounds clean, including playgrounds, walks, entrances, and rooftops of the building

* Remove snow and ice from the grounds.

* Check the exterior of the building for vandalism and evidence of illegal entry.

* Dust furniture, walls, blinds, shades, windowsills, and unit ventilators.

* Sweep all floors and stairwells with appropriate hand tools and treatments.

* Damp mop floors.

* Clean and disinfect cafeteria areas and serving lines, lavatories, urinals, basins and sinks, trash cans and disposal areas, drinking fountains, Nurse's rooms, and other high contact areas.

* Clean mirrors.

* Fill dispensers-toilet tissue, soap, towels, and sanitary napkins.

* Provide clean receptacles in lavatories, classrooms, and offices.

* Remove trash from all containers and prepare for removal from the building.

* Arrange classroom and office seats, desks, and furniture in an orderly manner.

* Adjust shades and blinds at the appropriate and uniform levels.

* Replace lightbulbs as needed.

* Remove graffiti as needed.

* Report evidence of insect or vermin infestations to the Principal.

* Report malfunctions, damage, or unusual occurrences to Principal promptly.

* Report abuse of school property by students or staff to your supervisor.

* Report to your supervisor any condition, which may be a potential health hazard.

* Receive, verify, sign for, and secure all deliveries made to the building and send duplicate receipts to the Business Office.

* Check boiler operation (if licensed) and perform daily procedures required to keep the school properly and safely heated.

* Check, date, and initial fire extinguishers at least monthly of more if necessary.

* Check emergency lights and fire detection equipment to be sure they are operational. Request supply and equipment needs in a timely manner.

* Maintain an inventory of all supplies and equipment for which you are responsible.

* Perform minor repairs as needed.

* Keep tools and equipment in a clean and proper working order and safeguarded.

* Keep boiler room, custodian's room, slop closets, and storage areas clean, orderly, and safe.

* Secure all areas for which you are responsible.

* Strip, scrub, and wax tiled/concrete floors.

* Strip, scrub, and seal wood floors.

* Vacuum and shampoo carpeted floors.

* Wash and paint walls.

* Clean light fixtures.

*Wash woodwork and windows.

* Clean slop sinks and closets.

* Clean stairwells.

* Wash all tile surfaces.

* Clean and maintain boiler.

* Clean elevator

* Replace filters on unit ventilators.

* Check all fire extinguishers during summer recess as follows:

* Determine which extinguishers require hydrostatic testing (Water and CO2-every five years, dry chemicals, and halon-every twelve years.)

* Collect all extinguishers for servicing by outside contractor.

* Rehang all extinguishers at the original locations after service has been completed.

* The above procedures require that at least one serviceable fire extinguisher be available at each stairwell at each level in case of emergency.

* Perform any other duties assigned by the Vice Principal, Principal or SBA.

Physical Functions Required

* Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods.
* Requires bending, stooping, reaching up, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
* Ability to read and comprehend safety material and facility required documents

County
Essex
Type of Job (PreK-12 or Higher Ed.)
PreK-12

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