Sub-Custodian

Substitute Custodians

The job of General/Substitute Custodian is done for the purpose of providing custodial services at assigned site; ensuring an attractive, sanitary and safe environment for students, staff and visitors; performing a variety of special cleaning operations; and assisting in preparing facilities for classroom activities and campus events. This job reports to the Head Custodian.

Essential Functions

• Assembles furniture and equipment for the purpose of making the new equipment available for use by students and staff.
• Assists with site snow removal for the purpose of ensuring access and safety.
• Attends meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of gathering information required to perform job functions.
• Checks boilers for the purpose of ensuring they are working in a safe manner and performing correctly.
• Cleans assigned facilities and/or grounds (e.g. classrooms, offices, gym, restrooms, multipurpose rooms, outside grounds, removes graffiti, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment.
• Delivers a variety of items (e.g. supplies, mail, packages, furniture, etc.) for the purpose of distributing materials to the appropriate parties within site.
• Informs students and other site personnel for the purpose of providing information and direction regarding activities, safety issues and/or proper maintenance of facilities and equipment.
• Inspects facilities for the purpose of ensuring that the site is suitable for safe operations, maintained in an attractive manner and clean condition, identifying necessary repairs to facilities or equipment.
• Monitors students and staff in and around work areas (e.g. halls, multipurpose rooms, lunch room, restrooms, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of preventing injuries and ensuring site safety.
• Performs summer maintenance (e.g. strip/wax floors, cleans furniture and equipment, refinish floors, etc.) for the purpose of completing and/or facilitating summer construction.
• Performs minor, job related, maintenance on custodial equipment, classroom furniture and fixtures (e.g. change vacuum cleaner belts, bags, fixes minor plumbing problems, replaces light bulbs, replace ceiling tiles, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring proper functioning and usability of items.
• Prepares site for daily operations (e.g. opening gates, raising flags, sweeping walkway, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring facilities are operational and hazard free.
• Prepares various documents for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference and/or conveying information.
• Prepares site for activities including setting up and tearing down (e.g. concerts, athletic activities, community activities, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the furniture, equipment, etc. are set up so the activity will be run efficiently.
• Replenishes classroom and rest room supplies (e.g. paper towels, soap, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring adequate quantities for daily use.
• Requests equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring the availability of required items.
• Responds to inquiries from staff, students, parents, and/or visitors for the purpose of providing information, taking appropriate action and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns (e.g. facility damage, vandalism, alarms, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action or notifying appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Secures facilities and grounds (e.g. doors, gates, alarms, lights, etc.) for the purpose of minimizing property damage, equipment loss and/or potential liability.
• Supervises student sweepers as assigned for the purpose of maximizing the efficiency of the work force and ensuring they are completing their tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• Supports other site maintenance staff (e.g. grounds, trades, etc.) for the purpose of completing site custodial activities.
• Lifts and carries up to 40 lbs, with the aid of mechanical assistance.
• Ability to work at heights up to 40 feet from ladders, scaffolds and lifts.
• Complies with all local, state and federal safety regulations.
• Ability to work in a squatting, kneeling and standing position for an extended period of time.
• Ability to work with a wide variety of cleaning chemicals, using personal protective equipment as deemed necessary by the product manufacturers.

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating equipment used in industrial maintenance including electrical cleaning equipment, common tools, etc.; and adhering to safety practices. KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; 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 based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: methods of industrial cleaning; and safety practices and procedures. ABILITY is required to schedule activities; 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 standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with specific, job-related data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability based competencies 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.

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to impact the organization's services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, frequent climbing and balancing, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 45% walking, and 45% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

Experience: Job related experience is desired. Education: High school diploma or equivalent; all applicants need to be at least 18 years of age. Certificates: Valid Driver's License & Evidence of Insurability Clearances: Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background FLSA Status: Non Exempt Required Testing: N/A Required Education Level: GED/High School diploma Hiring Manager: Michael Kimmel Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io