Crossroads Charter Academy is currently hiring a Long Term Custodian and Maintenance Substitute.

Schedule: Part-Time; 29 hours per week

Are you an educational dreamer, believing all students will be inspired learners in the right environment? Are you looking to transform yourself, the students you will serve, as well as the broader educational landscape? Do you want to join a passionate and collaborative faculty who continuously strive to make a better school?

Crossroads Charter Academy is located in Big Rapids, Michigan and serves communities in the surrounding area. Our academy is not restricted to residential boundaries, which allows us to reach out to families in the suburban and rural areas of Mecosta and Osceola counties.

Crossroads Charter Academy is a K-12 school with a unique learning method focusing on the needs of students as individuals. Our K-5 students are taught using personalized learning which also incorporates project-based learning. CCA’s 6th – 12th-grade students are offered flexible scheduling to accommodate learning outside the walls of the school through internships, college dual enrollment, and various community projects. The middle/high school curriculum and professional learning opportunities are using personalized learning with project emphasis.

Crossroads Charter Academy embraces the Small Schools Initiative, serving approximately 300 students who work closely with a teacher, either as an advisor or homeroom teacher, to monitor individual student progress and to tailor the school experience to meet individual needs and interests.

Staff at Crossroads Charter Academy are part of a learning community participating in year-long professional development designed to support and develop teachers through a process of reflection and practice. Through a dynamic and supportive environment, all staff are encouraged to bring new ideas and participate in problem-solving. We are looking for talented, collaborative, and reform-minded educators who are passionate about teaching and creating an environment where everyone can achieve at high levels.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Long-Term Custodian and Maintenance Substitute to join our team. The ideal candidate will maintain a clean, orderly, and safe environment for our facilities, ensuring that all areas are well-kept and presentable. This position plays a crucial role in supporting our school’s mission by promoting a healthy and inviting atmosphere for both staff and students.

Responsibilities:

Essential Duties:

•  Responsible for cleanliness, maintenance, and safety of assigned buildings, equipment, and grounds.

• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and sanitize floors.

• Dust and wipe down surfaces, including desks, countertops, and windows.

• Collect and dispose of trash and recyclables.

• Restock supplies in restrooms and break rooms as needed.

• Conduct routine inspections to identify cleaning needs and report maintenance issues to management.

• Follow established safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

• Assist with setup and breakdown of meeting rooms, events, and special functions as required.

• Maintain cleaning equipment and supplies, ensuring they are in good working condition.

• Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures, including those related to health and safety.

• Regular and predictable attendance.

• Other duties as assigned.

Cognitive Demands:

• Have knowledge of and practice safe cleaning and maintenance practices

• Be able to perform routine cleaning and minor repairs

• Be able to occasionally supervise students

Physical Demands:

• Able to operate cleaning equipment safely

• Occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 75 pounds

• (when applicable, a back-belt should be worn when lifting heavy objects) 

• Stand or walk for the majority of a day

• Reach, lift, push, pull, talk or hear frequently

• Withstand all demands presented by outside weather conditions at any time of the year 

• Withstand a moderate noise level

• Withstand exposure to cleaning chemicals on a routine basis

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Previous custodial or cleaning experience preferred

• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds

• Comfortable working with cleaning chemicals and equipment

• Strong communication skills and ability to work well with others

For more information on Crossroads Charter Academy, please visit our website at https://www.ccabr.org/.

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