Custodian

Custodian

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Job Role: None

Pay Grade: OS 1

Department/School: Assigned Campus(es)

Function: Operational Support

Reports to: Head Custodian

HR Date Approved: November 2006

HR Date Revised: July 2024

Summary:

Clean and maintain district facilities using routine procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.

The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties and responsibilities noted herein, however, this list represents examples only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

Model KISD core organizational beliefs and values; perform duties effectively and efficiently for the purpose of supporting and contributing to high student achievement.

Provide program support and service delivery; communicate effectively within and across teams and participate in cross-functional work groups.

Maintain a commitment to the District mission; model District expectations through personal leadership and actively support the efforts of others to achieve District goals.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Cleaning:

• Maintain a cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
• Keep the school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas, neat and clean.
• Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.
• Assist in maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional supplies as needed.

Maintenance and Repair:

• Make minor building repairs as needed and report needed major repair to supervisor.
• Assist in setting up facilities for regular and special events and move furniture or equipment within building as directed.

Safety:

• Maintain a cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
• Keep school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas, neat and clean.
• Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.
• Assist in maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional supplies as needed.

Policy, Reports, and Law:

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Accurately report work hours using the time clock to report start and end times.
• Utilize effective communication skills; ensure that all interactions are supportive, courteous, and respectful.
• Pursue Professional Development activities; ensure that Professional Development activities are aligned with District goals and initiatives.
• Comply with all policies, operating procedures, legal requirements, and verbal and written directives.
• Comply with the Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.
• Follow District safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Completion of sufficient education or training to read, write and follow directions.

Experience:

• None

Other:

• Must be 18 years of age or older

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures
• Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment
• Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Mental/Physical Demands and Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:

• Buffer, stripper, burnisher, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, shampooer, dollies, ladders; small hand tools; small power tools

Posture:

• Frequent standing; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:

• Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching, and overhead reaching

Lifting:

• Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment:

• Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours
• Work to be completed on-site from assigned school or building; regular exposure to noise and computer monitors
• No remote work

Mental Demands:

• Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress work; prolonged or irregular hours