POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Utility Worker is responsible for performing the assigned work schedule following approved custodial job procedures. They correct minor maintenance problems in the building. The Utility Worker performs assigned duties in the care of grounds, including mowing of grass in areas immediately around the building and other areas not accessible to large machinery, removal of snow and ice from walks and steps, and care of flowers and shrubbery. They maintain buildings and grounds security by opening/closing the building each school day and during special events as directed.

Position Type: Maintenance/Custodian

Location: Maintenance & Operations

Salary: Per contract $17.80 - $20.81

Reports To: Working Foreman, Principal, Supervisor of Operations

Status: School Year 2023 - 2024

Start Date: As Soon As Possible

Date Posted: 02/20//2024

Closing Dates: Internal 02/27/24 External: Until filled

Qualifications:

• Must Possess or be able to secure a valid chauffeur’s license with all endorsements issued by the State of Michigan.
• Must be able to adapt to conditions which require assignments to more than one service department and/or seasonal work which could vary the shift starting time during the school year.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and submit reports as required.
• Must be dependable and trustworthy for the handling of valuable and confidential materials.
• Applicants may be required to take an objective skills test relating to the various activities of this position. The purpose of this test would be to demonstrate the basic knowledge of the applicants

Essential Functions:

• Must be willing to improve skills necessary for the routine activities of the position and to develop the skills and knowledge for the position.
• Must be prepared to learn how to use grass cutting equipment, grass care equipment, snow removal equipment, etc, and must be prepared to work odd hours under adverse weather conditions at the call of the Maintenance and Operations Supervisor and his/her designee.
• Shall be responsible to the building principal when assigned to a building, to the department supervisor when assigned to a department and to the Supervisor of Operations at all other times.
• Directly responsible to the working foreman and/or principal in secondary buildings and principal in the elementary buildings when school is in session and to the Supervisor of Operations at all other times.
• Perform the assigned work schedule following approved custodial job procedures.
• Correct minor maintenance problems in the building
• Perform assigned duties in the care of grounds, including mowing of grass in areas immediately around the building(s) and other areas not accessible to large machinery, removal of snow and ice from walks and steps, and care of flowers and shrubbery.
• Maintain neat and clean uniforms when on duty.
• Project a positive image for the school district with all district employees, whenever the public, guests, or visitors are in the building(s).
• Maintain proper and neat storage areas for custodial supplies, equipment and tools assigned to the building(s).
• Maintain buildings and grounds security by opening/closing the building each school day and during special events as directed.
• Assist the principal or building foreman in performing custodial jobs when requested.
• Maintain good sanitary conditions of building facilities.
• Make arrangements for use of school facilities by non-school groups as indicated on building use requests.
• Cooperate with all groups, in a pleasant and courteous manner, that use the building after regular school hours.
• Report problems noted in the building to the foreman or principal.
• Must have knowledge of the operation of mechanical, electrical and heating units in the building(s).
• Must be familiar with the proper operation and care of custodial mechanical equipment.

• Must have knowledge of institution cleaning procedures
• Maintain playground equipment in safe and good operating condition.
• Work on call as needed at any time for emergency repairs, overtime, or special needs falling outside the normal work hours.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working ConditionsThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that a custodian encounters while performing 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 regularly works indoors and will occasionally work outdoors, including both hot and cold weather. The employee will be expected to climb and work from ladders and/or personnel lift as necessary. The 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. Working on call as needed at any time for emergency repairs, overtime, or special needs falling outside the normal work hours can be expected.

There is a high probability that contact with blood-borne materials will occur within daily duties. All duties and procedures are to be performed within health safety standards as established by local and state OSHA and school district emergency procedures. Physical RequirementsThe 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 80 pounds, including bags of salt 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.

Physical Performance Required to Perform the JobThe custodial position requires that an individual be able to perform the following tasks at the physical levels indicated in order to carry out the essential functions of the job. RARELY OCCASIONALLY FREQUENTLY CONSTANTLY (1-10% shift) (11-32% shift) (33-66% of shift) (67-100% of shift)

LIFTING TASKS

FLOOR TO WAIST LIFTING

100 LBS

80 LBS

50 LBS

0 LBS

WAIST TO SHOULDER LIFTING

40 LBS

25 LBS

17 LBS

0 LBS

OVERHEAD LIFTING

0 LBS

10 LBS

0 LBS

0 LBS

HORIZONTAL LIFTING

80 LBS

35 LBS

17 LBS

7 LBS

CARRYING: Front Carry

30 LBS

25 LBS

12.5 LBS

0 LBS

PUSHING: Horizontal tractive force

40 LSB

30 LBS

25 LBS

12.5 LBS

PULLING: Horizontal tractive force

30 LBS

25 LBS

12.5 LBS

10 LBS

POWER GRIPPING: Right

19 LBS

16 LBS

10 LBS

5 LBS

Left

19 LBS

16 LBS

10 LBS

5 LBS

(1-10% SHIFT)

(11-32% SHIFT)

(33-66% OF SHIFT)

(67-100% OF SHIFT)

Right

X

Left

X

Lateral

X

SQUAT: Sustained

X

Repetitive

X

BEND

X

HEAD/NECK: Flexion

X

Rotation

X

Static flexed position

X

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.80 - $20.81 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person