Custodian JobID: 416

• Position Type:

  Maintenance/Custodial/ Custodian

• Date Posted:

  6/26/2024

• Location:

  Middle School

5 hours at Middle School and 3 hours at High School

Job Title:CUSTODIAN

Reports to:Building and Grounds Supervisor

May occasionally take direction from Building Administration.

Status: Hourly FLSA Status:Non-Exempt

BASIC FUNCTION: The Custodian is responsible for the overall cleanliness, sanitation, security, safety, and maintenance of the assigned building, including the grounds and equipment.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Must be 18 years of age

• Preferred: Experience in general cleaning, chemical handling, customer service, and school custodial work

• Knowledge of basic techniques of custodial maintenance required

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, or CERTIFICATIONS:

• Willingness to take required yearly trainings provided by the district

• Willingness to obtain a bus driver license, preferred but not required

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES:

• Basic problem-solving skills

• Ability to acquire skills to operate various cleaning equipment

• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changes without notice

• Effective communication and cooperation with diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds

• Ability to follow directions courteously and helpfully

• Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies and building/department procedures

• Awareness and practice of workplace safety, including reporting unsafe conditions

JOB GOAL:

• Maintain school buildings in a state of cleanliness that supports the educational program without interruption

• Provide exemplary custodial services ensuring all work meets standards

• Demonstrate positive attitude, loyalty, cooperation, teamwork, attendance, and safety

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Cleaning and Maintenance:

• Clean and preserve designated spaces and equipment to meet health standards.

• Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies using vacuum cleaners and shampooers.

• Sweep, scrub, wax, and polish floors using brooms, mops, and powered scrubbers.

• Dust and polish furniture and equipment.

• Wash windows, walls, ceilings, and woodwork, waxing and polishing as necessary.

• Empty wastebaskets and transport trash to disposal areas.

• Move and arrange furniture as required.

• Perform minor adjustments and repairs to mechanical equipment as needed.

• Restock disposable items and maintain inventory records.

• Request supplies and equipment as needed for cleaning tasks.

  Grounds and Seasonal Work:

• Remove debris from driveways, garages, and bus loading areas.

• Maintain grounds, including grass cutting and tree trimming.

• Perform seasonal grounds work, including snow removal.

• Operate a snow blower and tractor or shovel snow for up to 1 hour during winter months.

  Event and Facility Setup:

• Set up and take down lunch tables daily and chairs for special events.

• Move portable metal bleachers between sports fields, if applicable.

• Position and remove portable stop signs at intersections daily.

• Raise and lower American and Iowa flags at the beginning and end of the day.

  Safety and Inspections:

• Inspect boilers and take water samples daily during the operating season.

• Follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, and utilize appropriate safety equipment.

• Report unsafe conditions to the appropriate supervisor/administrator.

• Make recommendations for improved service and efficient operations.

• Examine buildings and report needs for repairs of failed equipment.

  Communication and Public Relations:

• Assist the public utilizing facilities by providing directions and setting up equipment.

• Maintain good public relations with students, parents, faculty, and the community. Focus on Work-Related conversations. respect privacy and promote a positive culture.

Miscellaneous:

• Sort and clean clothing and other articles; load washing machines and fold dried items.

• Replace light bulbs.

• Keep equipment and work area clean and neat.

• Follow the chain of command as required.

• Fill in for other shift custodial absences as required by administration.

• Work in all types of weather conditions.

• Be available to work weekends as needed.

• Report to work during emergencies.

• Manage time efficiently.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

NOTE:The physical demands described above represent real-life tasks an employee may need to perform as part of the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While the frequency may be low, the above stated physical demands may be required during the course of a daily work shift. (Tasks that have physical demands that exceed the above stated limits should only be performed with sufficient manpower or material-handling equipment.)

CLOTHING/PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

• Safety glasses, rubber-toed shoes/boots (no open toes), street clothes.

• Outdoor clothing including coats, boots, gloves, and hat dependent on outside environmental conditions.

• Rubber gloves, boots, face shield, aprons, and respirators provided based on job duties.

EQUIPMENT/TOOLS:

• Brooms, mops, rugs, buckets, garbage liners and cans, cleaning chemicals, buffers, auto scrubbers, commercial mowers, push mowers, trimmers, shovels, 2-wheeled carts, dollies, salt spreaders, snow blowers, hoses, hand broom, dustpan, ladders, and extendable ladder.

EVALUATION:

• Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with board policy.

• Evaluation is the responsibility of the buildings and grounds director or designee.

DISCLAIMER:

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this position. These statements are not intended to limit or, in any way, modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.

Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The district does not discriminate based on gender, race, national origin, creed, age, marital status or disability and will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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