Custodian / Sexton
2 months ago
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Custodian / Sexton to join our team at St. Mark's Episcopal School. As a key member of our facilities team, you will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of our school and church buildings.
Key Responsibilities- Provide custodial and minor maintenance care to the school and church buildings, including general cleaning, washing, and disinfecting bathrooms, classrooms, and kitchens.
- Maintain floors by vacuuming, spot cleaning carpets, sweeping, and mopping.
- Replace and stock supplies, gather and dispose of trash in buildings and on grounds.
- Perform light bulb and ceiling tile replacement, yard raking and blowing, sidewalk sweeping, and power washing.
- Set up and take down event spaces, including chairs, tables, projectors, and screens.
- Clean and maintain playgrounds, including sandbox raking.
- Unlock and secure buildings as directed.
- Continually assess facility issues and report concerns to the Facilities Manager.
- Adequate knowledge of cleaning and caring for a building and grounds.
- Ability to work independently at times without direct supervision.
- Recognize problem areas and seek solutions.
- Manage time and juggle multiple tasks and projects.
- Communicate with staff, members, students, guests, and comprehend instructions and take direction.
- Work around children.
- Manage stress in a sometimes hectic environment.
- Normal physical mobility and coordination, including movement from place to place such as climbing stairs.
- Ability to reach and bend, push/pull, and lift and carry objects within a weight range from 3 pounds to 50 pounds. Ability to assist with handling objects in excess of 40 pounds.
- Normal dexterity of hands and fingers.
- Must be able to work outdoors in seasonal conditions.
St. Mark's Episcopal School is a community of learners that celebrates the uniqueness of each child. We are stewards of our students' intellectual curiosity, faith, and passion for discovery. We cultivate joy, playfulness, and growth in a child-centered environment.
Our school serves 450 students from two-year-olds through 8th grade and is located in the West University Place neighborhood of Houston. We are committed to providing a stimulating, whole-child school experience that prepares our graduates for the path ahead.