Afternoon Facilities Associate

About the role

Saint Ignatius High School, a highly successful Jesuit college preparatory school for boys in Cleveland, Ohio, is seeking an energetic Facilities Associate to work with its Campus Operations team to maintain the upkeep of its facilities. The ideal candidate will bring a hard-working, meticulous work ethic along with a positive, customer service attitude. A successful candidate will ensure that the facilities are properly functioning at all times and perform general maintenance & up-keep of multiple building sites, including some exterior and interior duties. This full-time, non-exempt, year-round position reports to the Facilities, Grounds & Events Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• General Cleaning & Sanitization
  • Floors & Surfaces: Sweep, vacuum, mop, wax, polish, and spot-clean floors, carpets, furniture, woodwork, and hallway glass display cases.
  • Restrooms & Amenities: Clean and sanitize restrooms and water fountains/coolers; refill soap, paper towel, and bathroom tissue dispensers throughout the building.
  • Deep Cleaning: Wash walls, halls, windows, window sills, and doors; remove writing or graffiti from walls; clear cobwebs.
  • Waste Management: Empty and clean all waste receptacles and maintain neat, orderly work and storage areas.
• Facilities & Event Support
  • Set up and clean up equipment, tables & chairs, and rooms for school activities, athletic programs, and special events.
  • Maintain accurate inventories of custodial equipment, materials, and supplies; submit requests for needed supplies as necessary.
  • Clean, maintain, and properly store all custodial equipment and tools.
  • Complete required paperwork, maintain records as requested by the supervisor, and attend meetings or in-service trainings.
• Building Minor Maintenance
  • Report damaged, broken, or loose fixtures and equipment to supervision; assist work crews and perform basic tasks as required.
• Communication & Professionalism
  • Interact positively with staff, students, and parents, handling public inquiries with tact and diplomacy.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality regarding sensitive school information.
  • Respond to routine questions and directives in a clear, professional manner.
  • Adjust flexibly to various locations, work assignments, and supervisors' directives.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Experience: 1–2 years of related cleaning or custodial experience preferred.
• Knowledge: Demonstrated basic knowledge of cleaning processes and protocols.

Qualifications

• Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Communication: Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly (both orally and in writing) with active listening skills.
  • Instruction Comprehension: Ability to read and understand verbal/written instructions, warning labels, and Safety Data Sheets.
  • Safety & Chemicals: Training in proper care, measurement, relabeling, and storage of cleaning chemicals.
  • Interpersonal & Technical: Strong organizational, problem-solving, and teamwork skills with flexibility in daily assignments.
• Equipment Operated
  • Vacuum cleaners, wet/dry vacs, and carpet cleaners
  • Floor scrubbers and buffers
  • Power washers
  • Standard wet/dry mops, brooms, and manual cleaning tools

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Physical Capabilities: Frequent standing, walking (occasionally over 2–3 miles per day), reaching, stretching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and repetitive hand motions (sweeping, mopping, waxing). Occasional requirement to lift/carry items up to 50 lbs. and push/pull wheeled equipment up to 300 lbs. Climbing stairs and working in high places.
• Schedule: Occasional requirement for overtime work.

Pay

The position pays a competitive hourly rate with excellent benefits in an outstanding work environment.

Benefits

Numerous personal, professional, and spiritual growth opportunities are offered.