Custodian

Primary Purpose:

Follow routine cleaning and maintenance procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Criminal Background/Fingerprinting Required

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures

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

Experience:

None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Cleaning

Maintain a cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets,

windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.

Keep school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play

areas, neat and clean.

Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.

Assist in maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional

supplies as needed.

Maintenance and Repair

Assist with lunchroom set up, including arranging tables and chairs.

Perform preventive maintenance to ensure the comfort, health, and safety of students and

staff.

Regulate heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide appropriate temperatures

and ensure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity.

Make minor building repairs as needed and report major repair needs to principal.

Move furniture or equipment within building as directed by principal.

Assist in setting up facilities for special events.

Safety

Assist with opening and closing building each school day.

Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.

Check daily to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly

during hours of building occupancy.

Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.

Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.

Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting,

climbing, etc.

Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to

supervisor immediately.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Equipment Used:

Buffer, stripper, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, electric drill, hand tools, shampooer, lawn

mower, edger, and weed eater.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Frequent walking, standing, climbing, and heavy lifting and carrying. Work outside and inside,

on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, and ladders. Exposure to hot and cold

temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.