Custodian 240

Job Title: Custodian

REPORT TO: Building Operator

WAGE: Hourly

STATUS: Nonexempt

PAY GRADE: Aux 1

PRIMARY PURPOSE: The Custodian under general supervision of the Building Operator, the Custodian cleans and maintains offices, halls, classrooms, and similar areas in a school building. Secures the building upon closing and performs related work as required or assigned. Maintains custodial standards by following trained cleaning procedures, resulting in a safe, clean, and efficient building environment. Perform project work as assigned.

**ALL EMPLOYEES OF SISD ARE EXPECTED TO ACT WITH INTEGRITY, SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONAL GOALS, COMMUNICATE IN A CLEAR AND RESPECTFUL MANNER, CHAMPIONING THE NEEDS OF OUR STUDENTS AND DRIVE CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to communicate effectively in English
• Preferred: One year direct or job-related experience

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGES AND SKILLS:

• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions in English
• Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment
• Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Clean floors by vacuuming, sweeping, or mopping
• Dust vents, ledges, shelves, and horizontal surfaces
• Wet wipe walls, tables, desks, chalkboards, trays, whiteboards, and glass
• Disinfect restroom sinks, urinals, toilets, fixtures, partitions, showers, and floors
• Polish all chrome
• Disinfect public phones and water fountains
• Remove facility trash and place in dumpster. Re-line cans
• Remove carpet spots
• Empty pencil sharpeners
• Lower and raise cafeteria tables
• Replenish dispensers as needed
• Police grounds and parking lot daily
• Shampoo carpets and refinish strip hard surface floors
• Assist when others are absent
• Responsible for keeping equipment clean and operable
• Perform all other duties as assigned

RELATED DUTIES:

• Move furniture and perform project cleaning
• Mix chemicals
• Sweep sidewalks, patios, and entrances
• Other general custodial duties as assigned by the supervisor, including but not limited to moving furniture and equipment
• Responding to emergencies or crisis situations in the District

TYPE OF EQUIPMENT USED:

• Vacuum cleaner
• Broom
• Dust mop
• Wet mop
• Bucket
• Wringer
• Spray bottles
• High duster
• Cart
• Small hand tools
• Roto and extractor
• Rubber gloves
• Goggles are required when mixing chemicals
• Back support belts should be used when lifting

AUDIOVISUAL DEMANDS:

• Average hearing
• Corrected 2020 vision
• Good depth perception
• Ability to distinguish between colors

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The usual and customary methods of performing this job require the following:
• Frequent walking, standing, climbing, and heavy lifting and carrying
• Work outside and inside on slippery or uneven walking surfaces and ladders
• Work alone as well as with other team members
• Environmental Conditions Required to use chemicals daily, working in extreme weather conditions with and without air conditioning depending on facility requirements
• Overtime is required as necessary

THE FOREGOING STATEMENTS DESCRIBE THE GENERAL PURPOSE AND RESPONSIBILITIES ASSIGNED TO THIS JOB AND ARE NOT AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES THAT MAY BE REQUIRED.