8 hour Custodian - District Wide

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Follow routine cleaning and maintenance procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification

None specified

Special Knowledge/Skills

Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety

procedures

Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance

Ability to operate cleaning equipment

Ability to properly handle supplies and equipment

Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs. without assistance

Minimum Experience

None

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Cleaning

1.Develop and maintain a cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.

• Keep school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas neat and clean.
• Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.
• Maintain an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment.

Maintenance and Repair

• Maintain a program of preventive maintenance to ensure the comfort, health, and safety of students and staff.
• Make minor building repairs as needed and report major repair needs to principal.
• Move furniture or equipment within building as directed by principal.

Safety

1. Assume responsibility for opening and closing building each school day.

• Establish procedure for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.
• Check daily to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during hours of building occupancy.
• Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.

Other

• Attendance is an essential job function
• Other duties as assigned by supervisors.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

EQUIPMENT USED

Buffer, stripper, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, electric drill, shampooer, lawn mower, edger, and weed eater

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Strenuous walking, standing, and/or climbing; heavy lifting and carrying. Work outside and inside; exposure to hot and cold temperatures; exposure to dust, toxic chemicals, and materials; slippery or uneven walking surfaces; work on ladders.