Custodian - 2nd Shift (2:30 - 11:00 PM)

TITLE: Custodian

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must have high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
2. Must be physically able to lift 75 pounds.
3. Must be able to follow directions.
4. Working knowledge of custodial housekeeping procedures
5. Working knowledge of chemicals used and their safe use
6. Ability to use all custodial equipment
7. Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
8. Good health, physical stamina, fitness and vitality

REPORT TO: Director of Facilities and Safety

JOB GOALS:

1. To clean and set up everything in assigned work area.
2. To handle emergencies and make report if needed.
3. To have a good working relationship with co-workers.
4. To represent Whitehall City Schools when meeting the public.
5. To gain an understanding of all operations of the job.
6. To do the best job possible at all times, and to use time to the best advantage.
7. To maintain district building cleanliness standards.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

(I) Clean Restrooms, Locker Rooms and Shower Rooms:

Daily:

• Remove any debris from toilets
• Clean and disinfect toilet bowels and seats
• Replace and secure toilet paper supply
• Clean and disinfect urinals including plumbing
• Place deodorant blocks in urinals when available
• Clean and disinfect wash basin
• Fill soap dispensers
• Clean mirrors
• Remove any writing in the restroom
• Clean any dirt or marks on walls and doors
• Clean and disinfect all floor areas
• Deodorize restrooms
• Report any plumbing or maintenance difficulties

(II) Clean Classrooms

Daily:

• Sweep floors and carpet including under desks and other moveable objects
• Empty pencil sharpeners and trash cans
• Pick up any paper on the floors
• Clean chalk trays
• Clean wash basin
• Replace paper towel supply
• Spot mop all areas as needed
• Remove all spots and marks on walls

Weekly:

• Dust furniture and equipment (Wednesdays or as otherwise directed)
• Clean chalkboards (Unless otherwise directed)

(III) Other Building Duties

Daily:

• Clean gymnasium and stage:
• Sweep, mop and otherwise maintain hallways
• Perform any temporary repairs needed to secure building
• Perform any other temporary repairs
• Secure all doors and windows
• Turn on alarm system
• Perform duties as needed regarding evening uses of building, example:

Set up or tear down chairs Mop or sweep
Secure area

• Keep custodial closets clean, safe and orderly
• Perform special instruction for maintenance as directed by head custodian
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal
• Check and report to head custodian non-working outside lights

Normal Custodial Maintenance

• Clean heater and exhaust filters - monthly
• Minor desk and chair repair
• Replace light bulbs
• Replace ballasts
• Replace ceiling tile
• Baseboards
• Floor tile
• Minor plugged drains
• Painting
• Wax floors
• Sanding and refinishing
• Small construction and carpentry
• Assembly of equipment
• Minor electrical repairs
• Belt replacement
• Other items as deemed necessary and assigned by the principal or

Head custodian

Daytime Custodian Duties

• Unlock entrance doors at appropriate time
• Lock entrance doors after the start of school
• Clean Entrance door glass
• Check and Clean outside entrance way
• Dust mop hallways ( morning, after lunch )
• Check restrooms ( after every class change)
• Clean outside grounds
• Monitor lunchroom
• Clean lunchroom after lunch

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Classified Personnel and provisions of the bargaining unit.

ADDITIONAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue.
• Excellent observation and communication skills
• May perform strenuous tasks, such as lifting, when working with students.
• Assisting students with behavioral/management needs

Frequent evening and/or weekend work