Substitute Custodian

Substitute Custodian

Maintains an assigned school facility, group of buildings, or office space in a clean, orderly, and secure manner following a predetermined schedule; and performs other related work as assigned.

Possesses high school diploma or its equivalent

Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical screen

Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds

One to two years of successful full-time employment

Previous custodial experience

Keeps building and premises, including sidewalks, driveways and play areas neat and clean at all times

Does necessary touch-up painting, minor repairs to plumbing, electrical, carpentry, general mechanical areas, snow removal, grass cutting, etc.

Operates cleaning and polishing equipment

Cleans classrooms thoroughly as assigned

Cleans and thoroughly sanitizes restrooms and locker rooms as assigned

Sweeps, mops, wet-washes and vacuums floors as assigned as well as cleaning of sinks, equipment, pencil sharpeners, etc.

Dusts furniture, ledges, lockers and transoms

Cleans and polishes fixtures as assigned

Empties and cleans wastebaskets and other trash receptacles

Cleans whiteboards and trays, giving special regard to notes left by teachers

Cleans tables, desks, windows, glass and partitions

Checks, repairs, or replaces lights, fixtures, bulbs and paper products daily

Responsible to the head custodian and all school administrators

Performs routine facility and equipment maintenance functions, including minor repair, part replacement, and adjustment tasks

Performs skilled custodial functions in the setup, arrangement, and operation of special purpose equipment, such as stage lighting panels, curtain operation, set arrangements, and other similar functions

Performs routine maintenance and preventative maintenance functions, including equipment adjustments, lubrication, and simple part replacement

Checks all windows, doors, and cabinets for security

Follows schedule of daily custodial work as prepared by administrator and Facilities Director

Reports in writing to supervisor any acts of vandalism, and evidence of deliberate littering or any behavior that may be demeaning

Sets and/or checks fire alarms and alarm/security systems

Ensures building security daily by locking doors at the end of the school day

Performs other duties assigned by supervisor(s)

Display a positive attitude towards work

Display a positive attitude towards students, staff and associates

Display a dependability, responsibility, and reliability

Accept changes and assignments positively

Demonstrate knowledge of job requirements

Respect supplies and equipment

Display neatness, maintaining proper appearance and dress

Be punctual and meets time schedules and work assignments

Be an integral part of the Target Range School team

Be performance oriented

The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions

Persons performing service in this position classification will exert up to 50 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects

This type of work involves sitting some of the time, but may involve running, walking or standing for brief periods of time

Perceiving the nature of sound, near and far visual acuity, depth perception, providing oral information, the manual dexterity to operate business related equipment, and handle and work with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job

Exposure to hot, cold, wet, icy, humid, or windy conditions caused by weather may occasionally be experienced

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job

Substitute employees are employed on an as needed, on-call, day-to-day basis and are not guaranteed work on a regular basis.

There are no benefits associated with substitute employment.

Revision history: 11/19/2020