Custodian

Job Title

High School diploma or GED

Valid Georgia Driver's License

Incumbent must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function of the position. When appropriate, reasonable accommodations will be provided to afford persons with disabilities an opportunity to perform the essential functions of the position. Incumbent must be able to provide a Criminal Background Check with results that adhere to Emanuel County Board of Education Policy GAK(1). The incumbent must have the ability to effectively communicate with staff.

Performance Functions:

• Operate power tools and environmental housekeeping equipment.
• Lift 70 pounds.
• Climb and work from a ladder at heights no less than 12' above floor.
• Perform manual labor both indoors and out, in all weather conditions.
• Follow safety rules and be able to pass random drug/alcohol tests.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Principal, Head Custodian or Environmental Services Manager.
• Follow written and oral instructions. Must be able to work well with others.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Maintain work areas such as; custodial closets, storage rooms, supply rooms and custodial carts.
• Report facility components, equipment and tools needing repairs to head custodian.
• Uses cleaning supplies, tools and equipment as directed by Head Custodian, Principal or Environmental Services Manager.
• Report all injuries, accidents or damage to facilities and equipment to Head Custodian or Principal.
• Report to work on time and in uniform.
• Perform routine and periodic housekeeping tasks as scheduled and must see them to completion satisfactorily.
• Keeps all chemicals secured and away from students.
• Maintains MSDS on hand for all products used and uses only products provided by Central Warehouse for cleaning.
• Performs preventative maintenance on all custodial equipment and tools when used.
• Carry out such other duties which may be assigned by direct supervisor.

Performance Factors:

• Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Interaction with Others: Ability to maintain, on a regular and consistent basis, relationships that are characterized by high expectations, teamwork, and collaboration.
• Concentration: Ability to maintain workflow and thought processes in the presence of frequent distractions.
• Stressful Circumstances: Ability to produce quality work when short or unexpected deadlines are presented.
• Independent Judgment: Ability to complete work tasks without being given precise directions relative to work steps or the final project.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to establish priorities, simultaneously manage multiple tasks; and deliver a quality work product by a designated deadline.
• Public Contact: Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with superiors, colleagues, parents, and other individuals within and external to the school system.
• Attendance and Dependability: Ability to report to work at the scheduled time and to seldom be absent from work. Demonstrate prompt and regular work attendance.

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated annually by the Superintendent or designated Supervisor in accordance with Policy GBI - Evaluation of Personnel. FLSA: Non-exempt