Qualifications:
- High school diploma
- Demonstrated skills for assigned responsibilities
- Physician's certification of health status
Reports To: Principal/Director and Supervisor of Custodial ServicesJob Goal:The job of Custodian is done for the purpose of maintaining an attractive, sanitary and safe facility for students, staff, and the public; providing equipment and furniture arrangements for meetings, classroom activities and events; and minimizing property damage, loss and liability exposure. Performance Responsibilities
- Arranges furnishing and equipment for the purpose of providing adequate preparation for meetings, classroom activities and special events.
- Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of the work unit.
- Attends in-service training (e.g., blood borne pathogens, cleaning solvents, floor care, first aid, etc.) for the purpose of receiving information on new and/or improved procedures.
- Cleans assigned school facilities (e.g. classrooms, offices, multi-purpose rooms, restrooms, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment.
- Evaluates situations (e.g. involving staff, students, parents, the public, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
- Inspects facilities for the purpose of ensuring that the site is suitable for safe operation, maintained in an attractive and clean condition and/or identifying necessary repairs due to vandalism, equipment breakage, weather conditions, etc.
- Maintains supplies and equipment (e.g., cleaning solutions, paper products, vacuum, mops, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of items required to properly maintain facilities.
- Repairs furniture and equipment as may be required (e.g. faucets, toilets, replace lights, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that items are available and in safe working condition.
- Responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns (e.g. facility damage, alarms, graffiti, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action to resolve immediate safety issues and maintaining a functioning educational environment.
- Secures facilities and grounds for the purpose of minimizing property damage, equipment loss and potential liability to organization.
- Other duties as assigned.
Specific Skills, Knowledge and AbilitiesSpecific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating equipment and materials used to in industrial maintenance including electrical cleaning equipment, common tools, etc., and adhering to safety practices; lifting up to seventy-five pounds; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the function of the job includes: methods of industrial cleaning; preserving floors, walls, fixtures, etc., cleaning materials; and safety practices and procedures.Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; meeting deadlines and schedules; working as part of a team; working with constant interruptions; and adapting personal daily schedule to accommodate abnormal work hours.Work Context:Body Positioning
- Requires standing; repetitive movement; bending or twisting; using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls; walking and running
Communication
- Requires face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams; contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise)
Environment
- Includes exposure to contaminants
Job Hazards
- Requires exposure to hazardous conditions
Pace and Scheduling
- Requires meeting strict deadlines
Personal Interaction
- Requires work with others in a group or team; coordinating or leading others in accomplishing work activities
Responsibility for Others
- Includes responsibility for the health and safety of others; responsibility for work outcomes and results
Work Attire
- Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment
Work Setting
- Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions and outdoors occasionally
Terms of Employment:240 Days; Salary based on District Scale for CustodiansSalary Scale Evaluation:Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Support Services Personnel.