Custodian

Custodian

Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings, locker rooms and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition.

Required: High school diploma, G.E.D. certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by State law. Knowledge Of: Basic computer skills including use of mouse and keyboard to navigate computer, e-mail, and websites. Basic methods, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial work and routine maintenance. Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies. Proper lifting technique. Communication skills. Ability to follow detailed instructions. Safety requirements and procedures. Laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities. Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities. Technical aspects of field of specialty.

Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities: Perform routine custodial activities at assigned District school site; sweep, scrub, mop, wash and polish floors and vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops and other assigned work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets; glue and perform carpet stretching and repairs as assigned. Clean classrooms, restrooms, showers, locker rooms, shops, cafeteria, offices and related facilities as assigned; sweep, mop and clean gymnasium floor as assigned; spot mop spills and remove gum and debris; monitor gym events to assure orderly behavior and to protect the building from damage; clean tables, chairs and floors after lunch periods as assigned. Clean and disinfect drinking fountains, sinks, toilets, showers and urinals; clean mirrors, tile and windows. Report safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate authority; report and recommend need for maintenance repairs to appropriate authority; maintain security of building; report suspicious or unauthorized individuals on campus; report infractions of rules to supervisor. Wash windows and walls; clean chalkboards, trays and erasers and empty pencil sharpeners; assemble, move and arrange furniture, supplies and equipment in preparing classrooms and multi-purpose rooms for special events or meetings. Clean Venetian blinds, dust and polish furniture and woodwork and make minor non-technical repairs as needed. Lock and unlock doors and gates as appropriate; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; turn alarm system off in the mornings and on in the evenings as directed. Order supplies according to established guidelines and procedures. Pick up and rake paper, trash and debris around school grounds and in buildings sweep and clean walkways and entrances; dispose of trash according to established procedures; wash out trash cans and follow established sanitation procedures and standards. Pack, unpack, load, receive and store books, supplies, materials and other items. Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums, floor stripper, cleaning, buffer and polisher, carpet shampooer, scrubbers, high-pressure sprayer, manual and power sweepers and power blowers as assigned. Shovel, plow and sand walks and steps as directed. Trim areas around building and grounds using push lawn mower and power trimming equipment. Respond to emergency cleanups such as spills; maintain records of observed maintenance, repair needs and safety issues. Participate in major summer cleaning projects as assigned. Replace light bulbs and fluorescent tubes. Work cooperatively in a team environment. Must be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends, to cover special events to meet the needs of the school. Demonstrates loyalty and dedication to the purposes and goals of the Daviess County Public Schools.

Terms of Employment: Support employee with year-to-year contract. Participates in Kentucky Retirement System (KRS).