Custodian Substitute

Custodian SubstituteDistrict wideAs needed - when regular custodian is absentRate of pay: $25.04 - $26.15The Washougal School District is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a highly qualified workforce that appreciates the diversity of our community and is committed to practices that are responsive to the needs of all students and families.Purpose Statement:The job of Custodian is done for the purpose/s of maintaining an attractive, sanitary, and safe facility for students, staff, and public; providing equipment and furniture arrangements for meetings, classroom activities and events; overall responsibility for daily functioning of the physical plant; and minimizing property damage, loss, and liability exposure.Custodian Substitute Essential FunctionsArranges furnishings and equipment (e.g. assembly, meetings, cafeteria for lunch, removing and moving furniture, etc.) for the purpose of adequate preparations for meetings, classroom activities and special events.Cleans assigned facilities (e.g. cafeteria, classrooms, offices, restrooms, sidewalks, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment.Inspects facilities for the purpose of ensuring that the site is suitable for safe operations, maintained in an attractive and clean condition, inside and outside, and/or identifying necessary repairs due to vandalism, equipment breakage, weather conditions, etc.Maintains and orders supplies and equipment (e.g. cleaning solutions, paper products, vacuum, mops, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of items required to properly maintain facilities.Performs preventative maintenance and/or repairs/replacements (e.g. light bulbs, unclogs drains, cleaning grease traps, washing walls, spotting floor surfaces, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability and safety of facility.Prepares facility for daily operations (e.g. opening gates, raising flags, unlocks doors, turns off alarms, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring facilities are operational and safe for occupancy.Prepares various reports (e.g. requisitions, safety inspections, work orders, inventory records, time sheets, etc.) for the purpose of providing information required to maintain the facility.Responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns (e.g. facility damage, alarms, graffiti, unauthorized individuals, animals, sick students, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action to resolve immediate safety issues and maintaining a functioning educational environment.Secures facilities and grounds for the purpose of minimizing property damage, equipment loss and potential liability to organization.Other FunctionsAssists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.Skills, Knowledge and AbilitiesSKILLS are required to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating equipment and materials used in industrial maintenance; adhering to safety practices; preparing and maintaining accurate records.KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or rations; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: methods of industrial cleaning including floor and carpet; basic tools for minor repairs; safety practices and procedures.ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with similar types of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. In working with others, problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; meeting deadlines and schedules; working as part of a team; and working with constant interruptions.ResponsibilityResponsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; directing other persons within a small work unit; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the Organization's services.Working EnvironmentThe usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 5% sitting, 70% walking, and 25% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and some hazardous conditions.Experience Job related experience is desired.Education High School diploma or equivalent.Certificates & LicensesValid First Aid CertificateContinuing Educ./Training ClearancesWA State Misconduct ClearanceCriminal Justice Fingerprint/Background ClearanceFLSA Status Salary GradeNon Exempt Substitute rateAN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYEThe Washougal School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This holds true for all district employment and educational programs. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:Title IX Compliance Officer: Brian Wilde View phone number on click.appcast.io, 1209 39th St, Washougal, WA 98671ADA Compliance Officer: Jill Zahm View phone number on click.appcast.io, 4855 Evergreen Way, Washougal, WA 98671Section 504 Coordinator: Jill Zahm View phone number on click.appcast.io, 4855 Evergreen Way, Washougal, WA 98671Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district's Title IX/ RCW 2