School Custodian - Immediate Opening

BVP is an intentionally diverse network of tuition-free public charter schools. As a founding member of the National Coalition of Diverse Charter Schools, BVP offers a high-quality school choice to the families of Central Falls, Cumberland, Lincoln, and Pawtucket.

We firmly believe that all scholars can achieve success in college and the world beyond, so we collaboratively work to foster a college prep culture. Apart from academics, we believe that preparing scholars for the world beyond also means experiencing the diversity of the world we live in today. Our network is designed to be diverse, accepting students from the four communities that share a region but differ substantially in their socio-economic, racial, and ethnic demographics. We seek to create a staff with a similarly diverse set of backgrounds and experiences that reflect that of our students, families, and communities. Blackstone Valley Prep (BVP) Mayoral Academy is now hiring dedicated team members who are willing to do whatever it takes to put all scholars on a path to college. Successful candidates should understand and advocate for the importance of equity in classrooms, curriculums, and throughout school systems.

Learn more about why BVP is different.

Expectations of a BVP Team Member include (but are not limited to):

• Acts on the belief that 100% of scholars can be successful in college and the world beyond
• Embraces the diversity of the BVP community by fostering an environment of respect and inclusion while actively working to build an equitable school community
• Cultivates positive identity formation for scholars and prepares them to live and work together in a diverse world
• Engages meaningfully in school and network professional growth opportunities and enhances professional growth by giving and seeking assistance from other team members
• Acts ethically and with integrity while following all school, network, and state policies
• Engages families as partners in scholar success while recognizing and respecting differences in family backgrounds, structures, and cultures
• Attends mandatory professional development and family meet and greets

Opportunities and Benefits for a BVP Team Member include (but are not limited to):

• Competitive salary range commensurate with experience and comprehensive medical and dental plan
• Internal hiring to capitalize on strengths and interests
• Collaborative, team-driven culture
• Instructional coaching
• Referral bonuses
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development and tuition reimbursement
• All staff members receive a minimum of 7 personal days per year
• 401(k) retirement plan that is 100% vested immediately with an employer match of 5%
• Generous parental leave benefits
• Matched flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care
• Longevity Bonuses
• School-aged children of BVP employees receive preference in enrollment (restrictions apply)

The School Custodian is essential in maintaining a clean, safe, and operational environment within the school premises. This role includes a variety of tasks aimed at ensuring cleanliness, conducting maintenance duties, and adhering to health and safety standards, with specific physical demands related to lifting and carrying.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cleaning and Maintenance Tasks: Clean assigned school facilities, including classrooms, offices, restrooms, and other areas. Use brooms, mops, and floor cleaning equipment, vacuum cleaners, and clean and sanitize toilet areas, washrooms, showers, and locker rooms.
• Furniture and Equipment Arrangement: Arrange furnishings and equipment for meetings, classroom activities, and special events. This includes setting up, breaking down, lifting, moving and storing furniture and equipment used for meetings, functions, and assemblies.
• Building Systems Regulation and Maintenance: Work with the facilities management team to regulate and maintain heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, and make minor repairs and adjustments to heating & ventilation systems, plumbing systems, and replace light bulbs.
• Safety and Operational Response: Respond to immediate safety and/or operational concerns, and maintain a functioning educational environment. Follow all health, safety, and code compliance rules, regulations, and procedures, including components of communicable disease prevention and control plans.
• Facility Security: Secure facilities and grounds at Blackstone Valley Prep, including locking doors, turning off lights, and ensuring all access, egress points, and windows (as necessary) are secured at the end of each working period.
• Supply and Equipment Management: Distribute/replenish supplies and equipment, store cleaning solutions, compounds, and chemicals securely, and notify management of necessary repairs or enhancements.
• Facility Maintenance and Preparation: Survey Blackstone Valley Prep facilities for safety, cleanliness, and necessary repairs, and prepare facilities for daily operations.
• Collaboration and Communication: Assist other personnel as needed and communicate job-related issues or concerns to the Dean of Operations, Network Operations, and the Head of School.
• Compliance and Safety: Uphold cleanliness and sanitation in accordance with applicable guidelines, manage, store and dispose of chemicals and cleaning products safely, and regularly check the school for safety hazards.
• Inventory and Resource Management: Organize the custodian's spaces and areas, replenish cleaning and bathroom supplies weekly or as needed, and maintain practices that ensure economical use of resources.
• Grounds Maintenance: As needed, clear snow, leaves, and debris from sidewalks, maintain driveways, parking areas, entrances, and passageways, playgrounds spaces, or school property deemed necessary by the Facilities Management team and post warning signs for hazardous conditions.
• Event and Program Support: Provide support for assemblies, meetings, events, and assist with breakfast and/or lunch programs as required.
• Safety Inspections and Compliance: Regularly check the school for safety hazards, and maintain compliance with fire and safety codes, and report any issues.
• Alternate Work Locations: Work in other school buildings, as directed.
• Facility Utilization & Support Service: Relocate, retrieve, and/or deliver furniture, furnishings, supplies, and materials as needed.
• Resource Conservation & Business Practices: Report accomplishments, process work requests, and follow established timelines.
• Flag Management: Raise and lower Federal and State flags at appropriate intervals.
• Additional Duties: Perform other related duties as assigned, which may include minor pest control, painting, minor carpentry, furniture assembly, emergency assistance, and being exposed to adverse weather conditions and contaminants.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Physical demands include lifting, carrying, bending, and prolonged standing.
• Exposure to cleaning agents and outdoor conditions.
• Availability for emergencies or non-standard hours may be required.
• Occasional working outside during inclement weather.
• Occasional climbing and balancing, frequent lifting, pushing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds routinely, including up more than one flight of stairs, and occasionally up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to handle commercial cleaning equipment
• Ability to climb ladders up to twenty four (24) feet.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Flexibility to work beyond regular working hours as needed
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to the Blackstone Valley Prep
• Must have reliable transportation (mileage reimbursement is available)
• Criminal Records Check (BCI) showing no disqualifying information in accordance with RIGL § 16-2-18.1
• Ability to safely operate cleaning equipment and handle chemicals.
• Experience in custodial or maintenance work preferred.
• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical systems, and building maintenance.
• Ability to perform multiple, non-technical tasks such as operating equipment and adhering to safety practices and procedures
• Ability to perform fundamental math problems, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios
• Ability to understand written multi-step procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally, and in writing
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate sound judgment and diplomacy
• Ability to independently establish priorities and maintain productivity despite numerous interruptions
• Proven experience in attention to detail and timely completion of tasks and paperwork requirements
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the general public
• Effective communication skills for interactions with staff, students, and contractors.
• Independent work ethic with efficient time management skills.
• Ability to use Google software, including email and calendar
• Ability to use a school provided cell phone for calls and text messages

To Apply:

Please submit your resume, professional references’ contact information, and a cover letter highlighting your alignment with our mission online. If your position requires certification or licensure please be sure to upload it. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regretfully can only respond to those candidates who best meet the requirements of a specific position or whose backgrounds are generally applicable to our team. If you are selected to advance in the hiring process, you will be contacted by a BVP team member.

Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or ancestry.

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