Evening Custodian

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Title: Evening Custodian

Reports To: Custodial Supervisor

Mission and Vision:

At Gentry Public Schools, our mission is to "Ensure all students connect, learn, succeed," and our vision is to provide "a world-class education with a small-town feel." We are committed to creating a supportive, high-quality learning environment where every student can thrive academically and personally while maintaining the close-knit community that defines Gentry.

We are seeking a candidate with a strong public servant mindset and a genuine service attitude, committed to prioritizing the well-being of children-if you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of kids and truly love what you do, this job may be of interest to you. Check out our website at www.gentrypioneers.com and follow us on Facebook to learn more about who we are.

Professionalism:

At Gentry Public Schools, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of professionalism at all times, both in the school setting and beyond. This includes maintaining a positive and respectful presence on social media and in our community interactions. Staff members are expected to model this professionalism consistently and set a strong example for students, colleagues, and the community. By doing so, we cultivate an environment of integrity, respect, and accountability that reflects our commitment to excellence and fosters a positive culture both inside and outside the classroom.

Position Overview: Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings, locker rooms, and adjacent ground areas in a clean, orderly, and secure condition. During the school year, this is an evening shift position (2:30 pm-10:30 pm) Monday through Friday. Summer work hours are typically during the day shift.

Responsibilities:

• Performs routine custodial activities at assigned District school site; sweeps, scrubs, mops, waxes, and polishes floors and vacuums rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops, and other assigned work areas; spot cleans and shampoos carpets.
• Cleans classrooms, restrooms, locker rooms, shops, cafeteria, offices and related facilities as assigned; sweeps, mops and cleans gymnasium floor as assigned; spot mops spills and removes gum and debris; cleans tables, chairs and floors after lunch periods as assigned.
• Cleans and disinfects drinking fountains, sinks, toilets, showers, and urinals; cleans mirrors, tile, and windows.
• Reports safety, sanitary, and fire hazards to appropriate authority; reports and recommends the need for maintenance repairs to appropriate authority; maintains security of buildings; reports suspicious or unauthorized individuals on campus; reports infractions of rules to supervisor.
• Washes windows and walls; cleans chalkboards/dry erase boards, trays, and erasers and empties pencil sharpeners; assembles, moves and arranges furniture, supplies, and equipment in preparing classroom and multi-purpose rooms for special events or meetings.
• Cleans blinds, dusts and polishes furniture and woodwork and makes minor, non-technical repairs as needed.
• Locks and unlocks doors and gates as appropriate; maintains security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; turns alarm system off in the morning and on in the evening as directed.
• Picks up and rakes paper, trash, and debris around school grounds and in buildings; sweeps and cleans walkways and entrances; disposes of trash according to established procedures; washes out trash cans and follows established sanitation procedures and standards.
• Packs, unpacks, loads, receives and stores books, supplies, materials, and other items.
• Ability to push, carry, and lift large and heavy objects (up to 50#)
• Operates cleaning equipment, such as vacuum, floor stripper, cleaner, buffer and polisher, carpet shampooer, scrubber, high-pressure sprayer, manual and power sweepers, and power blowers as assigned.
• Shovels, plows, and sands walks and steps as directed.
• Responds to emergency cleanups such as spills; maintains records of observed maintenance, repair needs, and safety issues.
• Participates in major summer cleaning projects as assigned.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrates regular attendance and punctuality.
• Performs other duties consistent with the position assigned as requested by the administration.

Other Functions:

• Consistently monitor district email to stay informed and respond promptly to important communications.
• Submit requested data and information in a timely manner.
• Attend all scheduled meetings organized by supervisors and district administrators.
• Complete necessary paperwork as directed.
• Demonstrate proficiency with workplace technology and adapt as needed.
• Prioritize safety by ensuring all doors and windows are securely locked.
• Respect the established chain of command in all interactions.
• Stay informed about and understand the district's crisis management plan.
• Exemplify professional excellence in the school, community, and on social media.
• Focus on their designated responsibilities and collaborate effectively while respecting the boundaries of their role.
• Serve as a strong advocate for the school district, promoting its values and achievements both internally and in the broader community.
• Demonstrate reliable attendance to maximum student instruction and enhance learning outcomes
• Maintain a positive attitude and actively contribute to a supportive and constructive work environment, avoiding negativity.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily.

Education & Experience: Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.

Physical Activities: The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk or hear; occasionally required to sit, climb or balance. The ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individual currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

All applicants must pass a criminal background check as well as a DHS child maltreatment registry check.

Salary will be based on verifiable experience. Salary information can be found by visiting www.gentrypioneers.com

Gentry Public Schools values experience and longevity in education; however, we place equal-or even greater-emphasis on professionalism, a positive, solution-oriented mindset, and the ability to foster a healthy, supportive workplace culture. As a service-focused district, we strive to differentiate ourselves by how we make students, families, and colleagues feel, and we seek team members who share that commitment. While experience is important, sustained success comes from attitude, integrity, and a dedication to creating a constructive, welcoming environment both in school and in the broader community, including online and social media interactions.

Benefits:

• Opportunities for professional growth and development within Gentry Public Schools.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• A variety of additional benefit plans available for enrollment through payroll deduction.
• Teacher retirement benefits.
• Includes days off for holidays and scheduled breaks throughout the year.

Classified Staff Salary & Compensation Overview:

We value relevant work history and offer credit for prior experience in roles similar to the position you are applying for-even if that experience was gained outside of a school setting. If you have direct or related experience in another industry, you may be eligible to receive credit; however, all experience must be clearly listed on your application and be verifiable. To view our classified salary schedules and locate the position you are applying for, please click here.