CUSTODIAN

Custodian PositionPurpose: To keep buildings and grounds safe, neat, clean, and presentable at all times. An employee in this class performs routine manual work, cleaning and maintaining buildings. The employee performs recurring tasks in accordance with established practices and cleaning schedules. When problems arise, an employee in this class will refer them to the head custodian or supervisor. Supervision is direct with frequent inspections to assure completion of assignments in accordance with instructions and standards of cleanliness.Qualifications: Successful work experiencePhysical Requirements: Depending on the job duties assigned for the day, the employees may perform lifting and pulling on a more frequent or less frequent basis. However, job duties may change throughout the week depending on the needs of the individual department or school at which the employee may be working. Bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, crouching, and being on feet for extended periods of time may be frequent occurrence. Walking backwards will be a common requirement, especially when assisting in finishing floors. Lifting up to 50 pounds, more than 50 pounds with assistance, may be a common requirement. Climbing ladders up to 25 feet may be required on occasion.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Some knowledge of cleaning methods, material and equipmentWillingness to learn skills in the use of custodial equipment used in routine cleaningAbility to understand and follow simple oral and written directionsKey Duties and Responsibilities:Strip and refinish floorsClean restroom facilities dailyMaintain appearance of grounds and parking areasTo assist any way deemed necessary by principal/assistant principal/head custodian/custodial managerIllustrative Examples of Work:Scrubs, sweeps, mops, vacuums, finish and burnish floors in rooms and hallwaysDusts and arranges furnitureWashes windows, woodwork, walls and other surfacesScrubs and cleans restroom fixtures, walls, and floorsReplenishes tissue, towels, and soap in restrooms, classrooms, and officesReplaces light bulbs and florescent tubesEmpties wastebaskets and other trash receptaclesLocks and unlocks doorsSorts and stores material for recycling programReports to head custodian or supervisor any damages or needed repairsPicks up paper and other trash in school buildings or on school groundsTerm of Employment: 12 month employment, Pay grade B