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Nashville, Tennessee, United States
Onsite
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Rocketship Public Schools is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Part-Time School Custodian to help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our students, staff, and families!
As a School Custodian, you will play an essential role in supporting daily school operations by maintaining classrooms, restrooms, common areas, and outdoor spaces. From routine cleaning and sanitation to responding to unexpected facility needs, your work will directly contribute to a positive learning environment where students can thrive.
The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, demonstrates initiative, and enjoys being part of a collaborative school community.
This position reports to the Business Operations Manager.
Schedule: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Cleaning & Sanitation
Sweep, mop, and maintain floors throughout the school building.
Clean, sanitize, and restock restrooms, including maintaining soap, paper towel, and toilet paper dispensers.
Clean and maintain classrooms, offices, staff rooms, lunch areas, and other designated spaces.
Sanitize high-touch surfaces, desks, chairs, furniture, and other shared areas.
Collect and dispose of trash and maintain clean waste receptacles.
Respond promptly to spills, bodily fluid incidents, and other immediate cleaning needs using appropriate safety procedures.
Building & Grounds Maintenance
Maintain clean and welcoming entrances, sidewalks, walkways, and outdoor common areas.
Clean windows, walls, and other building surfaces as needed.
Perform periodic deep-cleaning tasks, including power washing designated areas.
Identify and report facility damage, vandalism, safety hazards, or maintenance concerns to the Business Operations Manager.
Assist with minor maintenance tasks, including replacing or repairing dispensers, as appropriate.
Support building security procedures, including securing doors and activating alarm systems when assigned.
School Operations & Support
Maintain organized, clean, and adequately stocked custodial supply areas.
Monitor cleaning supplies and communicate replenishment needs.
Respond to daily cleaning requests and prioritize urgent facility needs.
Provide general operational support during school activities and events.
Assist the Business Operations Manager with additional custodial and facilities-related responsibilities as needed.
Commitment to Rocketship Public Schools' mission and creating a positive environment for students and families.
1–2 years of custodial, janitorial, or commercial cleaning experience preferred; school-based experience is a plus.
Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining clean, organized spaces.
Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize responsibilities.
Dependable, flexible, and willing to learn new procedures.
Ability to communicate professionally and collaborate with school staff.
Ability to perform physical responsibilities, including lifting and moving items weighing up to 50 pounds, with reasonable accommodations as applicable.
Willingness to work both indoors and outdoors in varying conditions.
Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools’ employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Click here for our Sexual Harassment Policy. For questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact Human Resources.
