The posting
At Acero Schools, we are what we believe.
Achievement – We set goals and do what it takes to achieve them.
Community – We contribute to, respect and serve in our communities.
Excellence – We expect our best and strive to make our best even better.
Resilience – We learn and grow through adversity and challenges.
Optimism – We believe in our ability to create the future we envision.
Position Description
Building Service Worker
Salary: Competitive Salary and Benefits
Location: Chicago, IL
Reports To: Facilities Manager
How to Apply: https://platform.teachermatch.org/jobsboard.do?districtId=569404168
Position Overview
Consistent with the strategic priorities of the Acero Schools and under the supervision of the Facility Supervisor, the Building Service Worker role has the primary responsibility for cleaning the assigned School or other Facility in such a way to promote efficiency, health, safety and the well-being of the students, teachers, other personnel and visitors. The Building Service Worker will follow daily, weekly and monthly cleaning schedules at the assigned School and/or Facility including, but not limited to, classrooms, hallways, offices, bathrooms, kitchen, cafeteria, gymnasium, storage areas, entrances/exits. The Building Service Worker shall follow the cleaning schedule in a manner that does not interfere with students, teachers and other personnel at the School or Facility. The Building Service Worker may also be responsible for performing additional duties not stated below.
Core Responsibilities
- Follows and completes the daily, weekly and monthly cleaning schedule of the assigned School or other Facility, including:
- Collects and bags all garbage from the School or Facility, placing tied bags in a closed dumpster.
- Mixes cleaning solutions according to manufacturer specifications and/or as instructed by Facilities Manager. Follow necessary procedures to avoid damage to floors and fixtures.
- Empties, cleans and disinfects trash and garbage cans, and changes bags daily.
- Cleans and sanitizes bathroom fixtures daily with designated germicidal solution.
- Using germicidal solution, wet mops washable floors daily in classrooms, hallways, bathrooms, kitchen/cafeteria areas and offices.
- Using germicidal solutions, washes walls, windows and any mirrors in classrooms, hallways, bathrooms, kitchen/cafeteria, offices and other assigned areas as scheduled and as necessary.
- Vacuums all carpeting daily.
- Steam-cleans or shampoos carpets as scheduled and as necessary.
- Strips, seals, finish and polish floors as scheduled and as necessary.
- Sweeps and clears entrance/exit areas daily.
- Dusts, washes and sanitizes other surfaces as scheduled and as necessary.
- Refills paper towel, tissue, toilet paper and hand soap in all dispensers.
- Changes light bulbs as needed.
- Removes snow from sidewalks, driveways and parking areas.
- Spreads snow and ice melting chemicals on walkways, steps and at all entrances as needed.
- Moves heavy furniture, equipment and supplies.
- Sprays insecticides and fumigants to prevent insect and rodent infestation.
- Set up, arrange and remove decorations, tables, desks, chairs, and other furniture as needed.
- Adjusts and performs minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilating, plumbing and electrical systems.
- Reports to Supervisor, or designated staff person as soon as possible any animals, vermin or insects in or outside the School Facility; need for cleaning supplies and/or equipment repair; water leaks and other maintenance needs; and any other health and/or safety hazards as soon as noticed.
- Participates in emergency drills and environmental safety activities, as requested.
- Attends and participates in Acero Schools pre-service and in-service training sessions held at School/Facility or elsewhere by Acero Schools.
- Performs other building service worker duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED preferred. Some training in cleaning services field is desirable.
Experience:
- Experience in the cleaning services field is desirable.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Possess knowledge of proper cleaning methods.
- Communicate effectively orally and in writing commensurate with the responsibilities of the position.
- Must be able to perform physical activities, such as but not limited to, lifting heavy items (up to 50 lbs. unassisted), bending, standing, climbing or walking.
- Must be able to safely work in an environment containing caustic chemicals, cleaning materials, dust and noise.
- Routinely required to work under inclement weather conditions.
Physical Demands
Nature of work requires an ability to operate standard business office equipment. Requires ability to communicate and exchange information, collect, compile and prepare work documents, set-up and maintain work files. Physical demands require the ability to stand, bend, reach high and low, stoop, and walk around the classroom 60% of the day. In addition, walking up and down stairs several times a day. Must be able to lift 15 to 20 pounds for short periods of time and push and pull 15 to 20 lbs.
Working Conditions
Majority of work is performed in a general office environment. Position requires availability for extended hours plus non-traditional hours required to perform job duties. Also requires participation and attendance at organization-sponsored events and meetings.
NOTE: The foregoing list of essential duties and responsibilities is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
Acero Schools is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals. Acero Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.
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