Custodian

Custodian:

260 day full time position

FLSA- Non exempt

Classified position

QUALIFICATIONS:

•  High school diploma or GED
• Demonstrates aptitude for successful completion of the tasks assigned
• Ability to read basic operating instructions and write reports
• Alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

JOB GOAL:  To provide students with a safe, attractive, comfortable, clean place in which to learn, play and develop.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete assigned task from work order (written or oral).
• Distinguish the different materials needed to complete work orders.
• Use manual and power equipment in completing work orders.
• Read drawings and blueprints for items or jobs described in work orders.
• Utilize safety procedures and precautions in work.
• Be responsible for maintaining an inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Be responsible for the security of supplies and equipment on and off the job.
• Make a final report on completion of work order.
• Make recommendations regarding supplies and equipment needed for different work orders.
• Supervise and participate in the general cleaning of the school building. This includes the lunchroom and gym areas.
• Requisition and receive supplies and equipment and maintain necessary inventories.
• Share in responsibility for the general security and fire safety of the building. 
• Perform emergency repair or cleaning services as necessary.
• Perform essential building care such as sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, stripping and waxing floors, cleaning blinds, window glass, light fixtures, walls, carpets, restrooms, and other spaces in the school or building.
• Sweep or vacuum classrooms and empty all waste containers daily.
• Sweep, scrub and disinfect toilet and restroom floors daily or as needed.
• Clean all sanitary fixtures daily.
• Make sure all toilets are operable and place work orders as needed.
• Fill paper towels, soap, and toilet paper dispensers daily.
• Remove graffiti from walls, stalls, and buildings.
• Clean all glass throughout the building on a regular basis.
• Clean baseboards, ceiling tiles, vents and furniture daily.
• Dust and clean blinds as needed on a regular basis.
• Clean corridors after school daily and during the day when conditions require it.
• Check daily to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during the hours of building occupancy.
• Work on school premises during scheduled hours.
• Work on school premises during periods when the principal has authorized use of the building for special purposes.
• Move furniture and equipment within buildings as required for various activities as directed by the principal or designee.
• Report immediately to the principal any damage to school property.
• Comply with any reasonable oral or written directive given by the principal or designee.
• Keep buildings and premises including sidewalks, driveways, and commons areas neat, clean and safe at all times.
• Assist maintenance workers as needed.
• Prune and trim shrubs.
• Check parking areas for potholes and obtain work orders when needed.
• Ensure curbs are clean and free of all debris.
• Comply with local laws, ordinances, and regulations for the storage and disposal of trash, rubbish, waste, and hazardous materials.
• Shovel, brush, sand or salt walks, driveways, parking areas and steps to keep them free of rubbish, mud, excess water, snow or ice.
• Water plants and shrubs as needed.
• Fertilize flowers, lawns and shrubs.
• Identify trees that need to be removed.
• Inspect all tools for operability.
• Select equipment to perform tasks.
• Perform minor maintenance on equipment.
• Ensure proper utilization of equipment to accomplish tasks assigned.
• Determine proper chemical content for each piece of equipment utilized to accomplish tasks assigned.
• Evaluate equipment durability.
• Report potential safety hazards.
• Maintain appropriate in person attendance.
• Maintain standards of confidentiality.
• Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as the principal or designee may assign