Custodian/Bus Driver

CustodianThe Custodian performs intermediate work in the care and cleaning of school buildings and grounds. The Custodian provides general assistance for relocating furniture, school deliveries, and other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:General knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipmentAbility to understand and follow simple oral and written directionsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and school staffBasic ability to read and speak/understand EnglishAbility to interact appropriately and courteously with central office personnel, school administration, faculty, staff, and studentsEducation, Training, and Experience:GED, High School diploma, or some high school or middle school attendanceAny equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilitiesCertification and License Requirements:Valid driver's license issued by the NC Department of Motor VehiclesPreferred Qualifications:Experience as a custodian in a public school settingExperience working and interacting appropriately with students, teachers, and other school staffAble to obtain a North Carolina Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License with school bus certification and P&S endorsementsEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Secure building; take out the trash, clean bathrooms, hallways, classrooms, and the gymMop and buff the halls; vacuum in carpeted areasClean the cafeteria after school activitiesChange lights; fill all paper towel dispensers, and toilet paper dispensersClean and dust high and low, clean whiteboards, wipe clean student desks, empty trash cansClean all the bathroom stalls and sinks, fill toilet paper dispensers, soap dispensers, paper towel dispensers, sweep and mop the floors, wipe down the wallsSweep, mop, vacuum, buff, and strip floors; wipe down all the wallsClean gym, sweep and spot mop, clean water fountains, and clean up after activitiesSet up and pick up chairs, clean, sweep and pick up all trashReplace lights on a daily basis for inside and outside of the school buildingAssist when other custodial staff members are absentInteract appropriately and courteously with administrators, faculty, staff, students and central office staffPerform additional duties as assigned by the Lead Custodian, Principal or Assistant PrincipalWorking Conditions:Physical Demands - Work is considered medium physical work requiring the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force. Significant standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling.Work Environment - Employees in this position are required to work in indoor and outdoor environments, and come into direct contact with RCSS staff, students and the publicDisclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, any time.