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Academies of Math and Science
Grounds Day Porter
Start: ASAP
Location: 4540 West Glendale Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85301
Position Summary
We are looking for an exceptional day porter person to perform a variety of general maintenance and custodial duties in and around school buildings including plumbing, painting, landscaping, and repairs.
Responsibilities:
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Maintain the general appearance of the exterior grounds of the campus by following daily, weekly, monthly, and annual maintenance schedules
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Sweeping, raking, and blowing sidewalks, parking lot, and common areas to keep free of rocks, debris, and trash
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Empties exterior trash cans and picks up exterior trash
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Assures exterior play areas and equipment are safe
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Prunes shrubs and trees to shape and improve appearance and growth
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Sprays lawn areas with herbicides to control undesirable weeds as directed
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Maintains all landscape equipment and tools in good working condition and demonstrates proficiency of use (pole saws, weed eaters, backpack blowers, etc.)
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Power washes sidewalks, exterior of building, and fencing to keep clean and free from debris and graffiti
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Exterior and interior paint touch up as necessary to keep the grounds looking in excellent condition
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Maintains and makes minor repairs to irrigation systems, ensuring grass areas are getting proper watering
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Rakes rock areas to maintain uniform spreading, especially around playground equipment
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Driveline support, including setting up and maintaining safety cones and signs
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Comply with chemical handling laws and safety regulations as required; maintain a safe working environment
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Answer questions and interact professionally with school administration
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Performs the necessary room set-ups for scheduled meetings and events (including daily cafeteria set-up)
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Assists in building security, locking and unlocking of doors and gates
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Assist with routine maintenance tasks such as light bulb and filter changes
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Notifies Office Manager of the need to order materials/supplies,
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Notifies Head of Operations/Facilities Manager the need for any major repairs, or additions to building operating systems
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Assist with cleaning and maintaining building facilities including classrooms, break rooms, conference rooms, teacher work rooms, library/media rooms, gymnasiums, lunchrooms, nurses’ rooms, stages and lobby/receptionist areas as necessary
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Knowledge of HAZMAT regulations and Safety Data Sheets required
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Other duties as assigned
Employee Benefits:
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Competitive salaries
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Paid sick days and personal leave
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Fully paid employee benefits including medical, dental, short/long term disability, and life insurance; optional low-cost vision insurance
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401k retirement plan (with 4% employer match)
Compensation: $15.00 - $18 per hour, DOE.
Qualified Candidates Must Have:
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High School Diploma or GED
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2 years Experience with cleaning school environments or similar
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Familiar with SDS
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Understanding of basic cleaning equipment operation such as Backpack Vacuum, Floor Varnisher, Microfiber Cleaning Systems.
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Ability to work in teams
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Ability to respond to School Emergencies such as classroom spills and lunchroom spills.
Join us to enjoy rewarding challenges and ongoing opportunities!
