Freedom Preparatory Academy Charter Schools · 1 month ago
Lead Custodian-Urgently Hiring
Birmingham, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$40K/yr - $45K/yrFreedom Preparatory Academy Charter Schools is a network of PreK-12 free public charter schools dedicated to providing high-quality educational opportunities. The Lead Custodian is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and functionality across the schools and offices, ensuring a safe and inviting environment for students and staff.
Charter SchoolsEducationPrimary EducationSecondary Education
Responsibilities
Maintains professional and transparent work calendar
Maintains and adjusts daily work schedule aligned to school priorities and facility needs
Conducts daily, time-stamped facility walk-throughs to ensure facility integrity
Ensures the exterior is ready for the school community each day
Ensures all interior items (plumbing, lights, HVAC) are in working order each day
Coordinates with maintenance specialists to solve problems quickly and efficiently
Supports school-based delivery and storage of large items (i.e., furniture)
Assembles and repairs school furniture items
Completes small facility repairs as needed, including light carpentry and painting
Organizes tables, chairs, and other supplies for school special events
Supports extra-curricular activities that require specific facility needs
Supports evening events based on facility needs
Adapts schedule to ensure the school is ready for the next day after evening events
Responds to emergency cleaning needs as they arise
Maintains healthy, safe, inviting learning and working environment for the school community
Ensures the facility is ready for all cyclical building inspections (fire, health, etc.)
Maintains inventory of all major facility items (i.e., furniture, non-academic resources)
Maintains log of all major facility compliance needs with the support of the Director of Operations (DOO) or Hiring Manager
Responds to facility needs given weather conditions
Communicates proactively with others; responds immediately to real-time facility needs
Participates in regular facilities team meetings
Attends to other needs as requested by the DOO and Head of School or Hiring Manager
Qualification
Required
GED or High School Diploma
Reliable transportation
Must be able to lift and carry at least 25 lbs
Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills
Past success at being a “jack of all trades” capable of doing everything from power washing to minor electrical work, minor plumbing work, minor sheetrock repairs, and painting
Preferred
Associate's degree or certified in HVAC, plumbing and/or electrical
Knowledge of common hazards and necessary safety precautions in a school setting
Knowledge of local, state, and national building codes
Knowledge of local and state mechanical and electrical codes
Ability to read and interpret instructions, diagrams, sketches, blueprints, and manufacturers' manuals
Benefits
Paying higher, scaffolded teacher salaries from Year 1 to retirement stage
Zero dollar monthly premium options, including holistic options such as chiropractic or acupuncture care (TN ONLY)
Focus on staff well-being and collective care through our Adult Social-Emotional Learning
Support in obtaining licensure
Company
Freedom Preparatory Academy Charter Schools
Freedom Preparatory Academy Charter Schools is a school that offers educational services.
Founded in 2009
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Roblin Webb
Founder/CEO
Anika Baltimore
Chief Financial Officer
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