Custodian II - Floater

$20.53 per hour!

Hours for this position will vary depending on need.
2:30pm-11:00pm with the possibility to work first shift as needed.
Work schedule Monday through Friday.

Optional Benefits package:

• Benefits start the 1st of the month after your first day!

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• IPERS Pension

• Holiday pay

• Paid time off

• Life insurance

• Flexible spending Accounts

• Employee assistance program

Principal Duties: Under the supervision of the Custodial Supervisors and the Building Engineer at your assigned location, you are responsible for the following:

• General cleaning, such as sweeping, cleaning of carpets and blinds, emptying of waste receptacles, cleaning toilet facilities and filling of dispensers

• Restorative Summer cleaning such as cleaning furniture, scrubbing, stripping and waxing floors

• Clean light fixtures and replace bulbs

• Do yard works such as mowing, trimming, general cleanup and marking athletic fields

• Keep walks and entries clear of ice and snow

• Help with receiving and storing supplies for the building cafeteria

• Move and arrange furniture for school functions

• Carry out additional requests of building principal and engineer, as needed

• Other duties may be assigned

Classification:

Category “A” of the salary schedule of Maintenance and Custodial Schedule

Employment Date:

As soon as possible

ESSENTIAL SKILLS/APTITUDES/REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge; skill and/or ability required but are not all-inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledge of modern cleaning methods, the use and care of materials, tools, and equipment

• Ability to work various hours in order to maintain building and District operations. May be scheduled to work the first or second shift at various locations depending on need.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and complete tasks in a timely manner

• Ability to perform minor building repairs

• Ability to take constructive feedback and maintain a positive attitude

• Ability to plan, organize and carry out work schedules efficiently

• Responsible attitude towards job and fellow workers

• Must be in excellent physical condition

• Must be able to pass the Physical Capacity Profile tests

• Required to work in adverse weather conditions such as snow, ice and rain

• Reports to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis

• Effective oral and written communications

• Computer literacy is required.

• The ability to read and respond to emails or text messages

• Ability to work independently

• Ability to work from heights such as ladders, Type 1 Group A lifts and Type 3 Group A lifts

• Aptitude for detail

• Ability to work under pressure with frequent interruptions

• Capable of representing the school District in a professional manner, which includes

but is not limited to confidentiality, communications skills, and ability to present a professional personal image

• The above list of skills, aptitudes and requirements are not all-inclusive

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to solve problems effectively. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, colleagues, community members, staff and students. Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb, use hands and fingers to handle and/or feel objects, squat, stoop, kneel, reach above the head, and push/pull or lift/move heavy objects throughout each work day.

The following word pictures are a sample of work demands but not all-inclusive of the day in, day out physicality required: Be able to climb up and down a ladder wearing a tool belt with approximately 10 lbs of weight; shoveling with 30lb push; push/pull 40lbs effort each hand; bucket lift and pour 50lbs; office desk lift (one end) 70lbs; transfer 50 lb ground to 41”; lift from 37” to 67” shelf 30lbs; carry 80 lbs for 20 feet; push/pull effort 25 feet with 70lbs. The job may require exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment is usually quiet but employees may work in areas of a building or operate equipment where hearing protection is recommended.

The employee will move, stand, squat on an assortment of surfaces including tile, wood, terrazzo, and concrete. The employee will generally work inside but will be required to work outside during hot or cold weather, rain snow, sleet and icy conditions performing their duties. The employee will stand or move on surfaces that are damp.

The goal of the Board of Education of the Cedar Rapids Community School District is to provide fair and equal opportunity for employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. The District will affirmatively recruit women and men and members of diverse racial/ethnic groups for job categories where the representative groups are underrepresented.

Further, it shall be the policy of the District not to discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, marital status, socio-economic status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability in its educational programs and its employment practices. (Adherence to bona fide occupational/educational qualifications shall not be interpreted as discriminatory.)

Required Education Level:

High School Diploma or equivalency

Hiring Manager:

EJ Brink and Mike Pitcher

Salary: Hourly Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision options available.