Pioneer Valley Christian Academy
Facilities Assistant/Lead Custodian
Job Description

Job Summary:

The PVCA Facilities Assistant/Lead Custodian supports the Facilities Director in the daily operation, maintenance, and upkeep of the school campus. This includes custodial work, preventative and general maintenance, safety compliance, supervision of student custodial workers, and coordination with vendors and contractors. The Facilities Assistant/Lead Custodian helps ensure the facility is clean, safe, functional, and aligned with all regulatory requirements.

Reports to: Facilities Director

Evaluation: Annual written evaluation conducted by Facilities Director

Criteria: Beyond professional experience and certification requirements, the Facilities Assistant/Lead Custodian will be a mature Christian with a solid commitment to Christian education, a clear support of PVCA’s mission and vision, and a heart of service and humility towards coworkers, students, and families.

Key responsibilities:

Custodial

· Maintain cleanliness of school property, including bathrooms, hallways, classrooms, cafeteria, gymnasium, and common areas.

· Perform trash removal, mopping, disinfecting, event setups/breakdowns, and other custodial tasks as needed.

Staff Supervision

· Lead, schedule, and oversee student custodial workers.

· Provide training, task assignments, and accountability.

· Promote a positive, professional, and service-oriented work environment.

Preventative/General Maintenance

· Assist the Facilities Director with preventative maintenance and routine repairs (e.g. lighting, minor plumbing, basic carpentry).

· Respond to facility ticketing system requests in a timely manner.

· Coordinate with external contractors when necessary.

Compliance and Safety

· Support the Facilities Director in maintaining compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards.

· Assist with safety drills, inspections, and documentation

Required skills and qualifications:

Technical Knowledge – Understanding of basic building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing), routine maintenance practices, and facility operations.

Leadership & Relational Skills – Experience supervising or coordinating staff; ability to motivate and lead student workers; positive team-oriented attitude.

Problem-Solving Skills – Ability to identify, assess, and resolve facility issues efficiently.

Communication Skills – Strong verbal and written communication; ability to work effectively with staff, administration, students, and contractors.

Physical Requirements – Ability to lift 50 pounds, climb ladders, stand/walk for extended periods, and perform manual labor as required.

We are currently accepting applications for Substitute Teachers. Please complete the General Staff Application and return it to Dr. Joshua Keegan, Head of School.