Custodian

Custodian

Responsible for cleaning in all areas of the building to include vacuuming, sweeping, dusting, mopping, wiping and emptying trash utilizing appropriate equipment, and supplies. Essential duties include sweeping, mopping, dusting all classrooms, bathrooms, offices, hallways, and specialty rooms. Keeps building and premises neat and clean at all times. Uses appropriate equipment and supplies to wipe and sanitize toilets, sinks, mirrors, countertops, windows and water fountains. Empties trash. Stocks paper products at all points of use. Waxes floors and operates buffing machine. Vacuums and cares for building carpeting. Washes windows and furniture. Picks up litter and debris on outside school grounds. Makes minor repairs to equipment and furniture as needed. Complies with laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash and waste. Moves furniture, folds and unfolds chairs as required. Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Head Custodians, Supervisor of Custodial Services, Principal, or other appropriate administrator. Shovels snow from sidewalks during inclement weather.

Minimum qualifications include completion of a standard high school or GED. Must have experience working as custodian. Must possess experience in proper procedures for carpet care. Ability to read and write in English and follow written and oral instructions. Ability to follow safety precautions to avoid injuries of minor cuts, falls, bruises, burns and scalds. Ability to complete written forms and records. Previous related experience preferred.

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 essential functions. Must have the ability to stand for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity to use cleaning equipment; to see and read printed material with or without vision aids; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly; physical agility to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; to climb ladders, bend, stoop, walk and reach overhead. Ability to be exposed occasionally to fumes, toxic or caustic chemicals, and exposure to high noise level. Duties are normally performed in a school or office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Support Personnel. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The Custodian will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the Principal or appropriate administrator.