CUSTODIAN

Description:

Cleans and maintains the school buildings and grounds, and assists school personnel with work requests under the direction of the building principal and lead custodian.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent Previous experience preferred Willingness and ability to attend any and all required trainings Physical abilities, including but not limited to climbing, kneeling, lifting, grasping, pulling, pushing, repetitive motion Be sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs

Essential Job Functions:

(This is not an exhaustive list but is designed to give examples.) Clean assigned areas of the building and assist with general cleanup of the school: manage trash; sweep, mop, vacuum, and dust; clean windows and glass; clean and disinfect bathrooms and water fountains; clean and sanitize toilets, urinals, sinks, etc. Clean up spills and do emergency cleaning as needed (e.g. blood, vomit, burst water pipes) Report any issues to the office for needed maintenance on the heating and cooling systems, and electrical, mechanical, and sound equipment Maintain and perform minor repairs of custodial equipment Care for the grounds, including cleaning windows, sidewalks, paved areas; picking up trash and getting trash to dumpsters; and removing debris, webs, ice/snow Clean the gym floor according to the schedule Set up equipment for special school events or programs and clean up afterward May work with the public on community functions held at the school__setting up equipment, assisting with crowd control, cleanup, etc. Assist the cafeteria when needed (cleanup, waste disposal, deliveries to classrooms) Assist in maintaining the security of the building, which may include locking and unlocking the building Stock supply shelves and distribute supplies; check incoming shipments and supplies Assist school personnel with work requests and needs Assist the office with opening classrooms for substitute teachers, students, etc. Complete the required paperwork to request repairs May be required to assist in maintaining the inventory of supplies Assist in maintaining order

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations Attention to detail and conscientiousness Basic understanding of cleaning and sanitation procedures Knowledge of emergency procedures and safe disposal of chemicals