Custodian

Custodian Position

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday B-shift Hours may vary based on program needs Shifts vary by building, with morning shifts typically running from approximately 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and evening shifts from around 2:00 or 3:00 p.m. until 10:30 or 11:00 p.m. This position requires the employee to be comfortable communicating clearly in English in order to follow safety procedures, understand written instructions, and respond to emergencies. Custodians must also be able to use radios/walkie-talkies to communicate with staff during routine and emergency situations. Reports To: Director of Building and Grounds, Building Engineers, Building Principals Supervision: None Salary: $17.25/hr (starting salary for new hires) Qualifications: Required • High school diploma or equivalent combination of work experience and education Preferred • Similar job related experience • Bilingual Position Summary: The Custodian is a contact point for students, teachers, support staff, colleagues and parents. The Custodian is responsible for the day to day operation of the building, including: cleaning, maintaining grounds, community education activities, special events, security, safety, and other functions as assigned. Essential Duties: Direct Service • Perform cleaning tasks as assigned (but not limited to): sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, and waxing floors; cleaning and sanitizing bathrooms; washing chairs, desks and chalkboards; empty trash cans; clean and sanitize all areas of the locker rooms • Work with teachers and other staff in moving furniture and delivering supplies • Maintains grounds by cutting and trimming the lawn, shoveling and blowing snow from walkways • Cleans and maintains cafeteria and equipment • Maintains building security • Cleaning up body fluids and secretions in all areas of school Customer Support • Assist building administrators and staff in setting up for special events and other special tasks as assigned by building administrator/assistant head engineer/head engineer • Collaborate with teachers and support personnel for the purpose of assisting in the mission of the school district • Communicate effectively with students, teachers, support staff, colleagues and parents • Demonstrate respect for the basic dignity of students, teachers, support staff, colleagues and parents • Work cooperatively with students, teachers, support staff, colleagues and parents Administrative Support • Perform record keeping as assigned • Monitor supplies and notify lead custodian when supplies are needed • Coordinate with community education and other groups • Adhere to federal, state and District data privacy regarding employee information • Other duties as assigned Working Environment/Physical Demands: The methods of performing the essential job functions require the following physical demands: • Continuous standing and walking • Frequent stooping, squatting, kneeling, crawling, sitting, walking, standing, hearing, talking, and seeing • Frequent lifting and/or moving of equipment, supplies and furniture • Occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds • Frequent pushing and pulling • Work with various chemicals and follow Material Safety Data Sheet • Work with personal protective equipment in dealing with body fluids • Working outside during inclement weather Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees working a minimum of 30 hours per week*. This includes health, dental, and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care, as well as life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, and long-term disability insurance. (*Temporary, seasonal, and substitute positions not eligible.)