Custodian

Job TitleSupervisor: Area Supervisor / Building PrincipalSchedule: 12 months; 8 hours/dayStatus: Full-TimeSalary Range: $17.70 - $29.27Duties And ResponsibilitiesEnsures the building remains locked and alarms are activated. Plans, participates in and oversees all custodial work within the assigned building. Assigns, supervises, and inspects the work of custodial personnel. Provides ongoing training as needed in cleaning techniques and adheres to daily, weekly and periodic cleaning schedules. Manages inventory of cleaning supplies and oversees ordering, receipt, and distribution of custodial supplies. Performs routine custodial duties, such as emptying trash and dusting furniture, fixtures, walls, and equipment. Vacuums, sweeps mops and machine scrubs throughout the school building, to include hallways, classrooms, cafeteria, library, offices, and gym. Sanitizes cafeteria tables, water fountains and restroom facilities, to include toilets, counter tops, and sinks. Cleans windows and mirrors. Stocks paper products as needed. Checks building exterior and interior for cleanliness and possible damage. Maintains grounds and parking lot, clearing areas of paper and debris. Prepares buildings for special meetings and events. Moves furniture and sets up chairs as needed. Performs minor repairs and assembles furniture and equipment. Notifies supervisor or principal of broken or damaged items or areas that require a work order. Assists in loading and unloading delivery trucks. Performs cleaning tasks as needed and/or assigned.Job RequirementsHigh school diploma or GED. Extensive experience as a custodian. Thorough knowledge of the cleaning methods, materials, and equipment used in custodial work, and the ability to use them safely, economically and efficiently. Requires ability to measure, handle, and label chemicals correctly. Ability to supervise school-based custodial staff. Ability to observe and report needs for maintenance and supplies, and perform routine maintenance tasks. Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions. Ability to get along well with students, officials, and the general public. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain successful working relationships with fellow employees, school staff, and the public.Physical AttributesWork requires regular lifting, stooping, bending. Sufficient strength, agility, and dexterity to perform all required tasks. Ability to work outdoors in a variety of temperatures and climate conditions. Ability to lift, move, transport supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, with manual or mechanical assistance and utilizing appropriate safety gear as per OSHA guidelines.Hazards/Unusual DemandsWork requires exposure to cleaning liquids and other potentially toxic substances. Some cleaning activities may require exposure to blood, excrement, urine and other body fluids. Work involves some exposure to heat and dust. Position may require work during evening/night shifts.Application RequirementsYou may apply anytime before midnight on the closing date. Please provide the following: Resume recommended, if available Only complete applications will be considered. Hampton City Schools does not discriminate in employment against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability or other protected class. Personnel decisions are based on merit and the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of Human Resources, One Franklin Street, Hampton, VA 23669; View phone number on click.appcast.io. Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.