Custodian

POSITION TITLE:          Custodian

FLSA:                             Non-Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:                          

• Required lifting from/to overhead and moving of parts, supplies, boxes and equipment (up to 65lbs).
• Requires ambulating, bending, climbing, crawling, kneeling, holding, stooping, sitting, standing, and wlaking.
• Requires pushing/pulling (up to 55lbs pressure).
• Ability to read and comprehend district policies, operating manuals, reference materials, and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
• Ability to work around dust, fumes, and other exposures related to job.
• Must not present a risk of injury to self or others.

REPORTS TO:             Site Principal (when school is in session) / Director of Operations (when school is not in session)

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  Twelve-month employment (261 days).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Follow work schedule as written or directed.

2. Perform floor care on all types of floors such as carpet, tile, and cement floors which includes but is not limited to vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, polishing, waxing, and sanitizing.

3. Clean and dust furniture, cabinets and fixtures in assigned areas.

4. Clean doors, windows, sills and walls in classrooms, at entrances, exits, and other locations of assigned areas.

5. Clean and sanitize restrooms, toilets, washbasins, mirrors and drinking fountains, and fill towel and soap dispensers.

6. Clean marker/chalk boards and erasers.

7. Empty and clean trash receptacles.

8. Drive district vehicles as required.

9. Report vandalism, damage, and items needing repair to proper authority.

10. Lock and unlock offices, classrooms, and other assigned areas responsible for security on your shift.

11. Replace defective light bulbs in overhead fixtures and other locations if directed.

12. Operate all cleaning equipment and machinery according to manufacture safety standards and procedures.

13. Always read MSDS sheets and use proper precautions when handling chemicals.

14. Participate in periodic evaluations of performance.

15. Daily inspection, care, and maintenance of all cleaning equipment as assigned.

16. Perform other duties and assume such other responsibilities as may be required to accomplish essential job functions as directed by the appropriate administrator(s).

17. Follow all district safety procedures.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Coordinate and assist in room set-up when needed. This includes, but is not limited to: taking tables, chairs, VCR's, monitors, screens, and any additional equipment requested to appropriate areas.
2. Perform routine maintenance including painting, carpentry, and plumbing when assigned.
3. Apply knowledge of Hazardous Waste Procedures when handling this type of waste.
4. Promote energy conservation by turning off lighting and adjusting thermostats when appropriate.
5. Promote a positive professional image.
6. Perform such other duties and assume such other responsibilities as directed by the appropriate administrator(s).