Part Time Custodian

Part-Time Evening Custodian

The Mifflin County Academy of Science & Technology is accepting applications for Part-Time Evening Custodian. Responsibilities include performing regular and recurring cleaning at The Academy using authorized equipment and cleaning materials. Hours to be worked: 3-7 PM, Monday - Friday. Must have a high school diploma or GED, be able to read and write English, and have a valid PA driver's license. Application procedure includes Act 34, 151, and Federal Act 114 clearances, and a school health physical with TB test required prior to the first day of employment. Please apply online by clicking on Employment Opportunities on The Academy's website at Paper applications will not be accepted. EOE

Title: Part-Time Custodian

Supervised by: Administrative Director of the Mifflin County Academy of Science & Technology

Reports to: Business Manager of the Mifflin County Academy of Science & Technology

Assigned Time: 12 Months (3 PM – 7 PM)

Job Summary: Perform regular and recurring cleaning of The Academy buildings using authorized equipment and cleaning materials.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Must perform cleaning tasks for all areas of The Academy's buildings.

2. Ensure building security program is maintained.

3. Responsibility for the proper use and precautions with all custodial supplies.

4. Help ensure energy conservation throughout the building.

5. Regularly inspect the building for cleanliness, safety, and security.

6. Responsible for picking up trash and cleaning windows on the outside of building on a daily basis.

7. Maintain floors in hallways on a daily basis or as needed (i.e. - events or safety).

8. Responsible for removing all waste and recycling on a daily basis.

9. Prepare for any events held in the building including set-up and tear-down of any furniture required.

10. Respond to all emergencies as they arise.

11. Attend all required meetings and training sessions.

12. Secure building when necessary.

13. Must make the safety and well-being of all building occupants a priority.

14. Remove snow with snow plow, snow blowers and shovels from parking lot and sidewalks as needed.

15. Mow grass with zero turn mowers, tractors, push mowers and use leaf blowers as needed.

16. Load and unload delivery trucks as needed by hand and by fork lift.

17. Transport scrap metal to the recycling center with Academy dump truck.

18. Purchase and transport gasoline/diesel for custodial and program specific needs.

19. Perform pickup and deliveries at local businesses for the Academy on an as needed basis.

20. Assume all other duties that may be delegated to him/her by the Director of the Mifflin County Academy of Science and Technology.

21. This Job Description does not incorporate all that is involved with summer cleaning.

22. This job description summarizes the duties and responsibilities required for this position but in no way is inclusive of all duties. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications

1. Must possess a High School diploma or GED and be able to read and write English in order to receive instruction and supervision.

2. Must satisfactorily pass a medical examination.

3. Must demonstrate the knowledge and expertise to perform custodial services.

4. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

5. Must be able to operate power equipment. Examples would be but not limited to buffers, vacuum cleaners, floor machines, carpet extractors, lawn mowers, leaf blowers, and snow blowers.

Physical Demands

• Ability to reach above and below the waist
• Use fingers to pick, feel and grasp objects
• Use both hands for repetitive motion
• Some bending and twisting of the body required
• Ability to lift and/or carry supplies and/or papers weighing no more than 50 lbs.
• Ability to walk/move throughout the work environment

Other Capabilities

• Concern for the safety and health of building occupants.
• Ability to work with and maintain goodwill among a variety of people.
• Strong self-motivation and ability to follow established procedures and meet standards while working unsupervised.

Work Environment

• Subject to inside/outside environmental conditions

Sensory Abilities

• Visual acuity and auditory acuity

Temperament

• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Must be cooperative, congenial, and service oriented
• Must be able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions

Cognitive Ability

• Ability to follow written and verbal directions
• To read and write
• Communicate effectively
• Organize tasks
• Handle multiple tasks
• Exercise good judgment

Specific Skills

• Must possess conflict mediation skills

Terms of Employment: Benefits in accordance with the Steelworkers contract.

Evaluation: Annually by Supervisor