26/27 Custodian Open Recruiting

TITLE: Custodian


FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt


QUALIFICATIONS:


Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to work effectively with other people. Ability to read and write. General knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment. Possess physical strength sufficient to perform assigned duties.


Must obtain and maintain a CDL Bus license and drive a bus when called upon to do so.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


Performs recurring tasks under direct supervision in accordance with established practices and cleaning schedules.

Changes in work methods or procedures are specifically indicated by a supervisor and work is reviewed through personal inspection to assure completion of assignments in accordance with instruction and standards of cleanliness.

Performs the lighter manual tasks in stripping, sweeping, scrubbing, mopping, waxing, spray buffing in school buildings; dusts and rearranges furniture within the area.

Washes windows, window sills, woodwork; vacuums carpets; spot cleans carpets and walls; cleans light fixtures, etc.

Cleans restrooms, fixtures; replenishes tissue, towel and soap containers; replaces light bulbs and fluorescent rubes; empties waste receptacles into larger containers and removes containers from buildings.

Constantly keeps the building clean of any scattered paper and other litter that may detract from the appearance and sanitation of the building.

Reports to supervisor any damages or need for repairs.

Performs other related work as required such as cleaning sidewalks and grounds.

Possesses responsibility for grass cutting; edging of walkways, buildings, fencing, access ways; cares for shrubbery on school campus.

Attends seminars and workshops as scheduled by the Custodial Supervisors pertaining to increasing job efficiency and skills.

Attends and successfully completes all training activities as required to improve ability and knowledge in performance of work duties.

Obtains and maintains CDL bus license.


Completes the pre-trip and post-trip inspection.


Drives a bus when called upon to do so while maintaining proficiency in driving skills.


Maintains bus route schedule.


Maintains discipline and reports undisciplined students to school administration.


Discharge students only at authorized stops and transport only authorized students.


Complies with local and state traffic regulations and observes all mandatory safety regulations.


Reports delays and accidents.


Cleans the interior of the bus.

Serves as team player and role model for other employees in the organization; demonstrates a commitment to continuous quality improvement; supports and exhibits organizational core values of caring, respect, integrity, responsibility, high expectations, being customer driven, and valuing fairness.

Performs other duties and accepts responsibilities as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :


Must be able to perform medium/heavy lifting exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or to 25 pounds of force constantly to move object.

Must be able to climb ladder and be capable of traveling through needed crawlspace area.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Background check with local and state law enforcement agencies required.
Must possess a valid North Carolina Driver's License.
Applicants must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) when requested for purposes of driving a school bus.

REV 04/25