Janitor - Brightside Academy

Brightside Academy is a recognized early childhood education provider offering a safe, supportive, and educational environment focused on child development at every stage. We offer state-of-the-art facilities with a nationally recognized curriculum.

With 30+ locations throughout Pittsburgh and Philadelphia PA, Brightside Academy believes that our employees are our best resources for our children and communities.  If you have a passion for growth and development, can thrive in a challenging yet rewarding environment, have worked in a capacity overseeing children for at least two years and are ready to excel in your career, we’d like to speak with you! 

We offer highly competitive wages, and our team members enjoy a multitude of benefits such as * Medical Plan options, * Dental/Vision Plan options, * FREE Short-Term Disability, * 9 Paid Holidays, * Up to 25 Paid Time Off Days, * 401(k) Traditional & Roth Plans with Company Match, * FREE Life Insurance coverage, * Additional & affordable Group Term Life Benefits, * Life Assistance Program, * Commuter Benefits, * Child Care Discounts, * Team Member Discount Programs, * Travel & Identify Theft Assistance, * Credit Union Partnership, * Employee Engagement events, * Bonus opportunities, * Professional Development Educational Opportunities and Credentialing Assistance, * FREE CDA Certification training, * Various Professional & Personal Continuing Learning Opportunities and Career Advancement, * Support from all levels within the company, * Our continued efforts to making Brightside Academy a Great Place to Work

To learn more go to:  https://www.brightsideacademy.com/careers

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Job Responsibilities for Custodian Specialist (Floating)

·        Sweep, wet and dry mop, buff, and wax floors; participates in stripping of floors.

·        Vacuum and shampoo carpets; remove spots and stains; communicates replacement requirements.

·        Clean restroom floors, walls, sinks, urinals, and commodes; replace toilet paper, towels and soap, wash, and polish fixtures; clean windows and mirrors.

·        Replenish classroom cleaning and supplies as needed including paper towels, towels and soap, hand sanitizers, and other supplies as requested.

·        Clean countertops and fixtures; set-up tables and chairs and move furniture; dust furniture, desks, woodwork, and blinds; clean academy doors and windows; replace light bulbs

·        Replace ceiling tiles applicable in classrooms, lobbies, gym, and office areas.

·        Remove paper, trash, and garbage from assigned areas and place in proper containers for disposal; set containers out for pickup and removal at assigned times.

·        Operate custodial equipment such as: buffers, vacuum cleaners, shampoo machines and floor strippers, and other janitorial industry equipment.

·        Review and reorder academy inventory and cleaning supplies; work with academy office staff to conform to budgetary needs.

·        Patrol grounds around academy area, pick-up paper, cans, trash, and debris; clean walkways; sweep as needed.

·        Shovel and remove snow and/or ice around academy pathway areas as detailed and needed; salt ground to prevent slippage and falls as necessary.

·        Dust all HVAC vents and AC units within academy areas

·        Assist in academy opening and closing procedures as needed.

·        Comply with policies, safety policies and procedures, as well as state and federal laws and regulations.

·        Follows all OSHA standards regarding chemical use and storage.

·        Must be able to travel between two locations.

Proficiencies for Custodial Specialist.

·        Demonstrates attention to detail and accuracy

·        Flexibility

·        Ability to multi-task; follow instruction

·        Adaptable and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

·        Possess time management skills.

·        Self-motivating

Education/Experience for Custodial Specialist.

High school diploma with at least one year experience in commercial cleaning or similar, is qualifying.  To perform this job successfully, an individual must have working knowledge of janitorial industrial equipment and a strong attention to detail.  TRAVEL is required between two locations.