Custodian - Propel East

**Custodian** **Location - Propel East** Propel seeks a Custodian for our Facilities Department. This position is based at Propel East and is available immediately. That rate for this role is $18/hr. This position works year round. **Job Summary** Propel Schools is the largest, fastest expanding charter school in the state with a network of schools throughout Allegheny County. Propel Schools is dedicated to transforming public education so that all children have access to high-performing public schools. Under moderate supervision, the selected candidate will perform janitorial duties that involve cleaning and sanitizing the school facility and its grounds, including, but not limited to: - Wiping, sweeping, dusting, mopping, washing, vacuuming, polishing, and waxing floors - Cleaning windows, woodwork, furniture, and equipment - Cleaning rest-room facilities and keeping them supplied with towels, soap, and other items - Collecting and disposing of trash from buildings and grounds - Performing unskilled maintenance work - Performing outside work such as cleaning walks, mowing lawn, and snow/ice removal The custodian works as part of the Facilities Team and reports to the Director of Facilities. **Essential Mindsets** - **Own It.** Our teachers are instructional experts who hold high expectations for themselves and their scholars. We work hard, set goals, and take responsibility for our scholars learning. - **Walk Through the Door.** Our teachers are professional with their scholars, families, and colleagues. We show up on time with a positive mindset and never give up on what’s possible for our scholars. - **Look in the Mirror.** Our teachers value feedback and work to continuously improve for our scholars. Our staff is accountable, dedicated and honest. - **Treat Others the Way You Want to be Treated.** Our teachers are culturally competent. In all interactions they are courteous, engaged and empathetic. - **Do Your Part.** Our teachers are relationship builders. We make connections with our scholars, our families, our colleagues and our community and realize that education is a team effort. **Qualifications** Candidates must be 18 or older to apply and have reliable transportation. Work may involve a variety of physical demands. Selected Candidate must have the ability to perform strenuous manual labor tasks as required, including, but not limited to: - Ability to perform physical labor such as moving furniture and equipment, lifting, climbing ladders, etc - Ability to follow instructions concerning various chemicals - Ability to lift a minimum of fifty (50) pounds - Ability to understand and follow verbal or simple written instructions - Ability to function independently, with Supervisor available to answer questions - General knowledge of housekeeping, tools, equipment and supplies **Clearance Requirements** - TB Test\* - Act 34 Criminal Clearance\* - Act 114 FBI Clearance\* - Act 151 Child Abuse Clearance\* - Hep B Vaccine\* - Mandated Reporter Training - Act 168 Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure - Act 24 Arrest and Conviction Disclosure **Compensation and Benefits** - **Compensation**: Propel provides a competitive salary for custodians. Our rate for this role is $15/hr. - **Relocation Allowance**: A relocation allowance for new hires moving to the area from 60 miles away or further. - **Health Insurance:** Medical, dental, and vision plan options at a low cost for individual employees and families. - **Retirement:** New hires participate in a 403(b); Propel contributes 5% automatically and matches up to 4%. This increases after 5 years. - **Paid Leave:** All Custodians receive 10 PTO days, 5 sick days and 2 weeks vacation. - **Tuition Assistance:** Reimbursement of up to $3,000 annually upon completion of course and receipt of grades for coursework that meets our eligibility requirements. - **Wellness Benefit:** Reimbursement of $20 per month for wellness activities including Gym Memberships, health programs, etc. Addit…