Custodian IV - Full-Time- 8.0 hpd. - Thurston High School

Position Summary


The Custodian IV position serves as the head custodian in an area predicated on the complexity and or size of the building or facility assigned to. This position is responsible for keeping assigned building(s) / site, clean, safe, functional, and secure in accordance with prescribed codes and established district policies and standards. A custodial worker must maintain all assigned building(s) in a state of operational excellence such that they present no interruptions, distractions, or obstacles to the educational and community program(s). This position works 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Monday-Friday.

Distinguishing Characteristics


This position is distinguished form the Custodial III position by the emphasis on work predicated on the complexity and or size of the physical plant of the assigned building or facility. The Custodian IV position is further delineated from the Custodial III position by the work direction provided to custodial staff in either the Custodial I or II position.

Essential Functions


Essential duties of this position include the following. Employees in this position perform some or all of the following tasks. Other duties may be assigned.

• Completes appropriate log(s), forms and paperwork as required.
• Reports safety, sanitary, and fire hazards immediately to supervisor(s).
• Reports issues to authorities as necessary, animal control, suspicious activity, etc.
• Assists other custodial/maintenance personnel, as necessary.
• Supervises, reviews work, and provides feedback to other building custodians as directed.
• Develops weekly work schedule(s) for other custodians and determines school-break schedules.
• Ensures supply orders and inventory systems are accurate.
• Adjusts work schedules to meet custodial needs before and after school and for outside group activities.
• Writes work and supply orders and interacts with vendors.
• Maintains and cleans HVAC systems and modifies systems utilizing technology support systems.
• Maintains the inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Implements and monitors fire prevention and safety programs utilizing technology support systems.
• Performs various building and grounds inspections and makes recommendations.
• Directs and performs basic grounds keeping activities including, but not limited to leaf collection, spreading top dressing (mulch, chips, shavings, etc.), snow and ice removal/abatement, walkway clearing, and drainage maintenance.
• Performs routine maintenance and makes minor repairs of custodial equipment.
• Unlock / lock doors, windows, and gates.
• Turns on/off lights and secures buildings for start/end of day.
• Cleans, sanitizes areas (i.e. classrooms, halls, offices, restrooms, cafeteria, etc.), vacuums, shampoos, sweeps, scrubs, waxes, polishes, and mops/buffs all types of floor surfaces.
• Operates and maintains sweepers and other power equipment used in custodial work (buffer, carpet steamer, varnisher, vacuum(s), auto scrubber, and power washer) to ensure they work effectively and safely.
• Keeps walkways, parking areas and entrances clean and clear of debris.
• Sets up, takes down and moves tables, chairs, equipment, shelving and partitions for meetings, athletic events and other District functions as assigned, including weekend events.
• Washes windows, white boards, chalk boards and walls.
• Cleans and polishes furniture, windows, metal work and computer screens.
• Maintains indoor and outdoor lighting.
• Collects and empties all recycling and waste containers in a safe and sanitary manner.
• Washes, scrubs, and disinfects restrooms as well as cleans doors, door handles, sinks, fixtures, panels, and drinking fountains daily.
• Performs a variety of basic maintenance duties including, but not limited to, unplugging sink drains, door maintenance, and painting.
• Cleans up spills (including bodily fluids) in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Responds to special requests for custodial services from staff members.
• Other related duties may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) OR
• Four (4) years of equivalent experience in the custodial field.

Certificates, Licenses, Registration & Other Requirements

• Ability to obtain a valid First Aid/CPR card.
• Ability to obtain and hold an Oregon Driver license.
• Ability to pass SafeSchools modules and custodial trainings as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

• Related experience in an educational setting. Previous experience in sanitation or custodial work. Previous hazardous communication and asbestos training. Previous experience directing the custodial work of others.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (May be acquired through education, training, and/or experience.)

Knowledge of: District policies and procedures; modern office practices and procedures; letter writing, correct language usage; cleaning/sanitation methods and strategies appropriate for public education setting; the use and operation of various cleaning/sanitation tools, such as manually powered brooms, mops, vacuums, dusting tools, ladders, and snow shovels as well as mechanically powered tools, such as powered waxing/buffing equipment, auto scrubbers, and leaf blowers; handling, storing, and applying chemical agents; telephone and record keeping/filing systems; computer hardware and software programs and their usage; modern office equipment; safety and first aid practices and procedures.

Ability to: understand and apply District and school policies and procedures; operate, maintain, and make adjustments to various types of equipment, as needed; maintain regular and acceptable attendance and punctuality, as set forth in Board policy; greet stakeholders; maintain appropriate custodial appearance and attire; provide information pertaining to area and/or District/School policies, procedures and other pertinent information; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted during the course of work and from diverse backgrounds; interacts thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff, parents, and community members and resolves conflict in a professional manner; maintain records; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; utilize appropriate grammar and spelling when corresponding, make mathematical calculations accurately; follow oral and written instructions; accurately research various information and prepare related reports; read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; compute rate, ratio, and percent, and interpret graphs; apply common-sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form; deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standard situations; understand proper procedures, hand book rules, school schedules (i.e., activity times) and maintain confidentiality with regard to students and staff.

Skills to: adapt to working around children; adapt to working around outside community groups; maintain school buildings in a manner acceptable to the general health and safety standards of school buildings; develop a basic understanding of Board Policies and Administrative Regulations, school public relations; the role and function of public schools in the community, and safe operation of mechanical equipment.

Work Direction, Lead & Supervisory Responsibilities:


No assigned permanent staff to supervise. Will be responsible for training and providing work directions, as directed by supervisor, to appropriate staff and volunteers.

Physical Effort:


The physical demands described here are representative of those requirements that must be met by a custodian to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations 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 stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and give and receive oral and written instructions. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee frequently must squat, stoop, or kneel, reach above the head, and reach forward. The employee frequently uses hand strength to grasp tools and rungs of ladders. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this job.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, including cleaning supplies, pails, and bags/boxes. Occasionally the employee will lift or move up to 100 pounds, including bags and furniture. The employee will sometimes push or pull items such as tables, bleachers, scrubbing machines, etc. This job requires close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.