District Wide Custodian / Mid-day Bus Driver

Custodian / Bus Driver

Employment Terms: 12 month position (240 days)

Salary Schedule: Based upon district salary schedule

Reports To: Principal and Director of Maintenance

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Qualifications: Completion of high school or equivalent in training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient in the use of custodial equipment, yard tools and cleaning chemicals.
• Possess knowledge of OSHA standards relating to assignment.
• Possess effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to assume assigned responsibilities and work harmoniously with others.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and perform routine duties guided by standard practice.
• Must hold a Class B Commercial Driver's License (with Passenger and School Bus endorsements) and ALSDE Bus Driver Certification or complete this requirement within 12 months of employment.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Clean and sanitize restrooms and dressing rooms to include all fixtures, faucets, drain pipes, mirrors, commodes, sinks, urinals, window sills, ledges, air vents, floors and walls daily.
• Clean windows, window ledges, furniture and equipment in all assigned areas daily.
• Sweep or vacuum and mop hard surfaces of assigned rooms and corridors.
• Empty and clean trash cans in all assigned areas daily.
• Assist in maintaining the inventory of custodial supplies, tools and materials for use in the facility.
• Assist in the supervision of the physical security of the facility as require.
• Provide emergency clean-up for spills and mishaps throughout the facility.
• Inspect building lighting fixtures daily. Replace bulbs as needed.
• Patrol facility and grounds to pick up and prevent the accumulation of litter daily.
• Assist in lifting and moving heavy objects and furniture as required.
• Assist in setting up facilities for programs, meetings, etc. as required.
• Comply with all local, state and federal regulations and law relating to job assignment.
• Assist with grounds maintenance as required.
• Communicate effectively with the staff members, students, administrators and other persons using tact and good judgment.
• Follow attendance, punctuality and proper dress rules.
• Ensure adherence to good safety standards.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
• Model and maintain high ethical standards.
• Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
• Maintain expertise in assigned area to fulfill project goals and objectives.
• Participate successfully in the training programs offered to increase skill and proficiency related to assignment.
• Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
• Respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.
• Exhibit interpersonal skills as an effective team member.
• Demonstrate support for the school system and its goals and priorities.
• Demonstrate initiative in identifying potential problems or opportunities for improvement.
• Participate in cross-training activities as required.
• Perform other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.
• Provide bus transportation for local student activities.

Physical Requirements: Heavy Work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force as needed to move objects.

Terms of Employment: Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the System's approved compensation plan. This is a 12 month position. Work hours to be determined.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.

"No person shall be denied employment, be excluded from participation in, and be denied the benefits of, subjected to discrimination in any program or activity, on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, ethnic group, or handicapping condition."