Substitute Custodian

Summary THIS RECRUITMENT WILL ACCEPT 100 APPLICATIONS AND EXPIRE WHEN THE APPLICATION LIMIT IS ACHIEVED; OR JULY 22, 2025, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.
Definition Under the direction of the Director of Maintenance and Operations, or designee perform clean routine custodial activities during afternoon and evening hours at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings, office space and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition. Representative Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to :

1. Perform routine custodial activities during afternoon and evening hours at an assigned school site or facility; sweep, scrub, dust mop, wax, buff and polish floors; vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, multi-purpose rooms and other work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets.
2. Clean classrooms, cafeterias, lounges, offices and other facilities as assigned; empty and clean waste receptacles; spot mop spills and remove gum, graffiti and debris.
3. Clean and disinfect drinking fountains and restroom facilities including sinks, toilets and urinals as assigned; fill dispensers with towels, soap, toilet paper and other items; clean mirrors, tile and windows; unclog drains and toilets as necessary.
4. Clean chalkboards and erasers and empty pencil sharpeners; wash windows and walls
5. Moving, assembling up and arranging furniture, supplies and equipment in preparing classrooms and multi-purpose rooms for special events, track changes or meetings.
6. Replace light bulbs and lighting tubes; dust wash and polish furniture and woodwork and make minor, non-technical repairs as needed.
7. Lock and unlock doors and windows gates; maintain tight security of school property according to established guidelines; observe assigned areas to prevent vandalism; set site security system.
8. Report vandalism, safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate authority; report supervisor need for maintenance repairs to appropriate authority.
9. Assist in maintaining inventory, ordering and stocking custodial supplies for the assigned site.
10. Pick up paper, trash and debris around school grounds and in buildings; sweep and clean walkways and entrances
11. Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums, buffer and polisher, scrubbers, and other cleaning equipment as assigned.
12. Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Experience:
Some school custodial experience is desirable.

Training:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade and sufficient knowledge, training and experience to perform the duties and abilities listed above.
License and Certifications:
Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license.

Employment Standards Application Filing Applications for this position will be accepted online only during the specified recruitment period. All communication regarding this recruitment will be sent electronically by email.
Examination
The examination components consist of a qualifying written multiple-choice exam. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be required to take the exam and notified via email communication of the scheduled date, time, and location. A valid picture identification is required prior to admittance.

Working Conditions:
This job is performed in an indoor and outdoor environment; e xposure to fumes, dust, odors, cleaning agents; bloodborne pathogens; excessive noise, such as custodial equipment (vacuums, shampooers, buffers, etc.); changes in temperature and adverse weather conditions.

Physical Abilities:
50 lb. lifting/carrying requirement.
Walking and standing for extended periods of time; lifting, carrying, reaching, bending, stretching, pushing and pulling; climbing step ladder/stool; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate cleaning tools and equipment.

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