Custodian

Job Title

Clean and maintain district facilities using routine procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.

Qualifications

Education/Certification: None specified

Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures. Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance. Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment. Ability to follow oral and written instruction. Ability to communicate effectively in person, on phone, or in writing. Ability to work cooperatively with others. Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies. Experience: None

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Cleaning

1. Maintain a cleaning schedule that will include, but not limited to, cleaning of floors, chalkboards, 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

1. Assist with lunchroom set up, including arranging tables and chairs.
2. Perform preventive maintenance to ensure the comfort, health, and safety of students and staff. Make minor building repairs as needed and report major repair needs to supervisor.
3. Move furniture or equipment as directed by supervisor.
4. Assist in setting up facilities for special events.
5. Assist Maintenance Office Staff with routine clerical duties, if assigned by your supervisor.

Safety

1. Assist with opening and closing building each school day checking to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during hours of building occupancy. Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.
2. Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.
3. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
4. Correct unsafe conditions and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
5. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Tools/Equipment Used: Buffer, finish remover, auto scrubber, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, electric drill, hand tools, shampooer, golf cart, and miscellaneous office equipment
• 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; difference shifts as assigned; 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.

Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice. The district Title IX Coordinator is Mr. Scott Martindale, Superintendent, 6735 Ted Trout Dr., Lufkin, TX 75904 ph: View phone number on click.appcast.io.