Custodian

Belton Independent School District Job Description Job Title: Custodian FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, 260 days Reports to: Operations Supervisor Pay Grade: AUX-1 Dept./School: Assigned Campus Date Revised: 3/26/2018 Primary Purpose: Follow routine cleaning and maintenance procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds Qualifications: Education/Certification: GED or High School Diploma (preferred) Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building maintenance Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies Ability to operate buffer, stripper, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, electric drill, hand tools, shampooer, and any other type of custodial equipment needed Experience: None Major Responsibilities and Duties: Cleaning 1. Maintain a cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of floors, whiteboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms. 2. Keep school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas, neat and clean. 3. Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash. 4. Assist in maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional supplies as needed. Maintenance and Repair 5. Assist with lunchroom set up, including arranging tables and chairs. 6. Perform preventive maintenance to ensure the comfort, health, and safety of students and staff. 7. Make minor building repairs as needed and report major repair needs to principal. 8. Move furniture or equipment within building as directed by principal. 9. Assist in setting up facilities for special events. Safety 10. Assist with opening and closing building each school day. 11. Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities. Check daily to ensure that all exit doors are open and all doors are working properly during hours of building occupancy. 12. Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency. 13. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures. 14. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc. 15. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately. 16. Participate in mandatory safety training. Other 17. Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Buffer, stripper, floor scrubber, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, electric drill, hand tools, and shampooer Posture: Frequent standing, sitting, 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 Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Revised: March 2018 Prepared By: Belton ISD Human Resources Department