CUSTODIAN

Custodian

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Assist in maintaining seasonal groundwork (snow, lawn, etc.).

Assist in regulating heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide temperatures appropriate to the season and to ensure economical usage of fuel, water and electricity.

Clean and preserve designated spaces, equipment, facilities in building(s).

Assist visiting public utilizing the facilities with directions within the building and on the grounds and in obtaining and setting up needed equipment.

Deal with all emergency custodial duties throughout the buildings while on duty.

Assist in an ongoing program of general maintenance upkeep and repair for all facilities, including Holiday Camp.

Move furniture and/or equipment within and between buildings as activities require.

Repair and assemble furniture and equipment as necessary.

Apply pesticides and chemicals as needed to control weeds, rodents, and insects.

Assist in the inspection, cleaning and maintenance of all school vehicles and equipment as needed.

Responsible for maintaining bus/storage building in proper order.

Unload delivery trucks.

Perform general and scheduled maintenance on tractor, mowers and other equipment.

Responsible for performing day custodian duties in his/her absence, as directed by Supervisor.

Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Ability to use ladders up to 40 feet.

Ability to obtain CDL.

Drive a school bus when needed.

Understanding of hand and power tools and their safe use.

Regular, predictable in-person attendance.

Follow work rules.

Carry out all other responsibilities as assigned by Director or Assistant Superintendent.

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.

Previous custodial/maintenance experience preferred.

Valid Driver's license with excellent driving record.

Must possess current CDL school bus driver license (with "S" and "P" endorsements) and hold a school bus driving certificate for advanced bus driver training.

Must receive Federal Motor Carrier Safey Administration clearance.

Subject to State and Federal drugs/alcohol testing program.

This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

Ability to read and interpret operating manuals and other related documents.

Demonstrated aptitude/competence for minor maintenance responsibilities.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and community.

Ability to perform duties with an awareness of District requirements and Board of Education policies.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is frequently required to bend at the neck more than the average person. The employee must regularly lift up to 50 lbs. such as cleaning supplies, pails and unloading trucks. Occasionally the employee will lift and/or move up to 50 pounds such as salt and bulk furniture. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables, bleachers, and scrubbing machines. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and peripheral vision. The employee needs to be able to tell where a sound is coming from and hear in a noisy environment. The employee may frequently be required to climb ladders.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in temperatures above 90 degrees and below 32 degrees and occasionally will walk on slippery surfaces. Employee will work near or with moving mechanical equipment. The employee may occasionally work with toxic or caustic chemicals such as petroleum products, degreasers and sprays. The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee must work with public and other staff, continuously meeting multiple demands from several people.