Custodian
Custodian
The New School seeks a part-time custodian. The ideal candidate will have one year facility cleaning experience
The New School is Northwest Arkansas’ premier independent school providing a student-centered, innovative education for more than 400 students in preschool through grade 10. With a low student-to-faculty ratio, our students are known and cared for by an excellent faculty in an encouraging atmosphere. The New School fosters a learning environment centered on innovation, creativity and personal attention. Settled on a beautiful 26-acre wooded campus that is Natural Wildlife Habitat certified, our facilities include a 350-seat auditorium and dance and art studios. Recently, The New School raised more than $14 million for a 65,000 square foot expansion. The new space includes an Academic Center housing the Middle and Upper Schools, an Innovation Center housing a makerspace, robotics lab, woodworking shop, and cyber cafe, and an Athletic Center housing a gymnasium, locker rooms, and a strength and conditioning facility.
Responsibilities:
Clean school hallways, corridors and classrooms by dusting, sweeping and mopping floors
Wash down bathrooms using a variety of cleaning liquids such as detergents and bleach
Replenish toiletries such as soap, toilet paper and towels.
Clean mirrors in bathrooms and ensure that floors and counters are disinfected properly
Mix cleaning materials by following safe practices and dispose of any unused mixture in a safe manner
Dust and polish all furniture in classrooms, offices and waiting rooms
Clean dining hall and disinfect and clean drinking fountains
Handle minor repair and maintenance activities such as bulb replacement and floor buffing
Mow and trim green areas around the school buildings and ensure that school grounds are free from litter and debris
Assist in the setup and tear-down of decorations and furniture for school events and programs
Qualifications:
High school graduate or GED
One year experience preferred