Substitute Custodian

Campus/Department Custodian

Assume responsibilities of the campus/department custodian as directed by the campus principal and/or designee. Follow and perform routine cleaning schedules and maintenance procedures to ensure a high standard of safety, cleanliness and efficiency of building operations and grounds. Adhere to federal and state laws, as well as, district policies, procedures and regulations.

Essential Functions:

• Check in with campus administrator/designee upon arrival; provide head custodian with job assignment verification as assigned.
• Follow a cleaning schedule to include cleaning and sanitizing of floors, carpets, instructional boards, wastebaskets, windows, window sills, furniture, equipment and restrooms.
• Move furniture or equipment within building, assist with lunchroom set up and facilities set up for special events as directed by campus administration, head custodian or assistant head custodian.
• Perform minor maintenance to include painting, grease trap cleaning, mounting classroom instructional boards, and projection equipment.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness of boiler room and report malfunctions to supervisor.
• Identify and correct unsafe conditions and report any major repair needs that are not correctable to supervisor.
• Assist in maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment. Request additional supplies as needed.
• Regulate heat, ventilation and air conditioning systems to provide appropriate temperatures and ensure economical usage of fuel, water and electricity based on district guidelines.
• Assist with the cleaning and refinishing of floors, moving of furniture, books, inventory and set up of facilities for school events.
• Follow established procedures for opening, securing, monitoring and safeguarding facilities.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to operate tools and equipment. Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash and chemicals.
• Assemble, disassemble, repair and refurbish furniture as needed.
• Attendance at the work site is required to meet essential functions of the job.

Other Responsibilities:

• Make routine decisions under supervision of campus administration, head custodian or assistant head custodian in accordance with established priorities and procedures; perform routine functions.
• Maintain accurate time sheets and have them approved by principal or designee. Demonstrate punctuality, reliability, integrity, cooperation and efficient use of time in the performance of assigned duties.
• Participate in professional development activates/trainings, as required by the district/department. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties; support the goals of the district/department and follow district policies and procedures.
• Maintain a professional code of ethics and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) preferred.
• Ability to read, write, understand and speak English; ability to follow verbal and/or written instructions; ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance and safety procedures; knowledge of minor repair techniques and building maintenance; ability to safely operate cleaning/maintenance equipment and lift heavy equipment.
• Valid Texas or New Mexico driver's license to be insurable by the district's auto liability insurance carrier; or may possess a valid Texas/New Mexico identification card but will not be insurable by the district's auto liability insurance carrier; subject to the district drug and alcohol testing policy and regulations.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds frequently, 20-50 pounds occasionally, more than 50 pounds infrequently and with assistance; ability to climb ladders unassisted up to 8 feet unassisted and higher with assistance; work under all weather conditions; extended periods of walking, standing, bending, reaching, kneeling, stooping and lifting; ability to work with potentially hazardous materials in a safe manner and safely perform required duties in potentially hazardous environments.
• Must be adaptable to work a shift schedule and/or hours other than regularly assigned; must be able to respond to after-hours emergencies.