St. Bernard's School

Maintenance Team Member - Cleaner

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $27.00 - $29.00
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Employee assistance program
Paid holidays
Parity with internal peer salaries

Job Description

St. Bernard's School is a prestigious independent boys' school located on Manhattan's Upper East Side, offering education from kindergarten through ninth grade. Founded in 1904, the school has a long tradition of providing a rigorous and enjoyable academic experience to approximately 385 students. With a faculty and staff of around 100 dedicated professionals, St. Bernard's prides itself on fostering a community that values hard work, fair play, confidence, and citizenship. The school's mission is to inspire boys from diverse backgrounds to develop not only academically but also socially and ethically, emphasizing the importance of consideration for others and maintaining a... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to ascend and descend ladders scaffolds and stairs
  • Must be able to work in high and low temperatures for extended periods of time
  • Must be able to work in noisy or small environments
  • Must be able to turn twist crawl or maneuver into different positions
  • Able to operate all equipment in a safe manner
  • Able to work well alone or with others in a team environment ensuring timely work completion
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs with or without assistance
  • Must display a pleasant and professional attitude at all times
  • Must possess a high degree of integrity

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Previous cleaning or maintenance experience preferred
  • Ability to operate cleaning equipment and tools safely
  • Strong work ethic and reliability
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Good communication skills
  • Physically capable of performing cleaning duties including lifting up to 50 pounds
  • Willingness to assist with special events and emergency tasks

Job Duties

  • Perform cleaning duties in a variety of areas as assigned by the Director of Facilities
  • Assist kitchen staff during peak lunch hours ensuring the cafeteria is clean
  • Respond to emergencies or other duties outside the normal scope of work
  • Ensure the assigned area is clean ready and safe for school to open
  • Clean the garbage area and assist in removing garbage from the building for pickup
  • Perform building checks during school closures including weekends on a rotating schedule
  • Report unusual or unsafe conditions to the Director of Facilities
  • Remove snow and ice from sidewalks using shovels and ice melt
  • Assist after hours or off hours for school-wide event setup and breakdown
  • Deliver boxes and packages to assigned locations
  • Help with coverage needs as they arise
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Facilities

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location