School Custodian Position Available In Fulton, Georgia

School Custodian High Meadows School Roswell, GA 30075 High Meadows School in North Atlanta (Roswell), Georgia is accepting applications for a full-time, 12-month (occasional weekends and holidays as needed), Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (with an hour unpaid lunch), School Custodian. This is a non-exempt position for purposes of FLSA meaning you are eligible for overtime pay after working 40 hours in one week. The hourly rate for this position is $14/hr to $16/hr based on experience. The school takes pride in hiring dynamic, compassionate, and diverse faculty and staff who are among the finest in their areas of expertise. School’s Mission Statement The High Meadows community celebrates and perpetuates each individual’s quest for knowledge and skill, sense of wonder, and connection to the natural environment. We empower each to be a compassionate, responsible, and active global citizen. School’s Vision Statement High Meadows School and Camp inspires adventurous learners who ask questions that drive learning and seek sustainable solutions in collaboration with others. Our students emerge as ethical leaders with the skills and habits of mind to grow and adapt as they discover a place of purpose and joy in an ever-changing world. School’s Educator Summary Our educators are experienced, energetic, and collaborative individuals who follow a constructivist, progressive educational philosophy which is student-centered and holds kids to high and reasonable standards. Our tenets of progressive education include: (1) embracing the world, (2) hands-on and inquiry-driven learning, (3) holistic approach to educating children, (4) social justice and sustainability, and (5) transdisciplinary learning. We look for faculty and staff who maintain excellent relationships with families, work successfully within a team, understand developmentally appropriate practices for students, recognize the educational value of the natural environment and demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in their teaching practice. At High Meadows, we believe that children possess a drive for cognitive, physical, and social engagement—a drive that is developed and enhanced by an environment that promotes academic challenge, creativity, personal responsibility, and a positive self-image. Summary of School Custodian Responsibilities

• Keeps building and property in clean and orderly condition.
• Performs heavy cleaning duties.
• Sweeps, mops, scrubs, or vacuums floors.
• Gathers and empties trash.
• Scrubs, sanitizes, and supplies restroom facilities.
• Dusts furniture, walls, and equipment.
• Cleans windows and mirrors with soap and other cleansers.
• Mixes cleaning solutions and chemicals in containers in preparation for cleaning, according to instructions.
• Cleans and polishes fixtures and furniture.
• Shampoos or steam-cleans carpets and rugs.
• Cleans and polishes furniture and fixtures.
• Manages inventory of cleaning supplies.
• Notifies Facility Manager of any repairs needed.

Essential Skills:

• Knowledge of standard cleaning methods and procedures
• Ability to stand, walk, and bend for many hours
• Ability to perform repetitive motion for long periods of time
• Experience with using cleaning equipment, including vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and cleaning solutions
• Background in handling, mixing, and using cleaning chemicals
• Knowledge of occupational hazards safety rules
• Communication skills
• Ability to lift heavy objects, climb ladders and work at particular heights Minimum Education/Prior Experience/Qualifications Required
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic math skills
• At least 1 year working in a custodial or related field
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Must have reliable transportation The Campus High Meadows School sits on 42 wooded acres in Roswell.

The school is housed in several buildings spread across the two meadows on the property. We have an active barnyard on campus, serving as the home for horses, sheep, bunnies, and chickens. Faculty and staff must be comfortable traveling between buildings in all types of weather, participating in outdoor activities on the meadows and in the forest, and intermingling with animals. Application Process Please send a cover letter indicating your interest and resume to HR Manager Jane Murphy at jmurphy@highmeadows.org. If you are selected for the next steps in the process, an application link will be emailed to you. No phone calls please. Only candidates who have the stated requirements may be contacted; all others’ information will be kept on file. High Meadows School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or status as a protected veteran in employment, admission of students, or in providing its services in any manner.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$14.00 – $16.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

Camp School Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday Overtime Weekends as needed

Work Location:

In person