CUSTODIAN (Substitute)

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform routine day or evening custodial activities at an assigned school site or other District facility; perform minor maintenance and repair on equipment and systems; maintain buildings and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly, and secure condition.

Examples of Duties:

• Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned District school site during a day or evening shift.

• Sweep, scrub, mop, wax, and polish floors; vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops, and other work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets. E

• Clean classrooms, cafeterias, lounges, offices, and other facilities as assigned; empty waste receptacles, spot mop spills; remove gum, debris, and graffiti as needed. E

• Clean and disinfect drinking fountains and restroom facilities including sinks, toilets, and urinals; fill dispensers with towels, soap, toilet paper, and other items; clean mirrors, tile, and windows; unclog drains and toilets; repair flush valves and diaphragms. E

• Perform various custodial activities including replacing light bulbs and tubes; cleaning chalkboards and erasers; emptying pencil sharpeners; clean tables, chairs, and floors after breakfast, lunch, and recess periods as assigned. E

• Dust and polish furniture and woodwork; perform minor repairs to furniture as needed. E

• Lock and unlock doors and gates as appropriate; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; set alarms as appropriate. E

• Perform a variety of general maintenance and repair to equipment, furniture, and other systems; repair sprinkler lines and valves; replace ballasts, wall outlets, and switches; light pilots, set thermostats, and replace filters. E

• Report safety, sanitary, and fire hazards to appropriate authority; report need for maintenance repairs to appropriate authority; respond to emergency custodial requests as needed. E

• Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums, mops, small hand and power tools, buffer/scrubber machines, and other equipment as assigned. E

• Move and arrange furniture and equipment; prepare classrooms and multi-purpose rooms for special events or meetings; set up and assemble chairs, tables, and other furniture and equipment for special events and activities; clean up furniture, equipment, and debris following these events. E

• Repair door locks, closures, and hinges; replace doorstops and striker plates as assigned.

• Perform minor grounds maintenance duties as assigned.

• Participate in the thorough cleaning and restoration of campus facilities during vacation periods.

• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Proper methods, techniques, materials, tools, and equipment used in modern custodial work.

• Modern cleaning methods including basic methods of cleaning floors, blackboards, carpets, furniture, walls, and fixtures.

• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials, and supplies.

• Requirements of maintaining District buildings in a safe, clean, and orderly condition.

• Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.

• Proper lifting techniques.

ABILITY TO:

• Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or other District facility.

• Maintain District buildings and adjacent grounds in a clean, orderly, and secure condition.

• Use cleaning materials and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

• Operate a variety of custodial equipment.

• Maintain tools and equipment in clean working order.

• Move and arrange furniture and equipment for meetings and special events.

• Observe and report safety hazards and need for maintenance and repair.

• Perform minor non-technical repairs.

• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.

Meet schedules and timelines.

Typical Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed on the job description.

Supplemental Information:

WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT:

• Indoor and outdoor work environment.

• Regular exposure to fumes, dust, and odors.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of custodial equipment.

• Walking or standing for extended periods of time.

• Seeing to perform custodial duties.

• Carrying, lifting, pushing, or pulling moderately heavy objects.

• Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching.

• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally.

• Climbing ladders and working from heights to replace light bulbs.

HAZARDS:

• Exposure to cleaning agents and chemicals.

• Working on ladders.