What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian (Multiple Locations) position at Cabot Public Schools?
Position Summary
To perform custodial work required for the routine cleaning and upkeep of the buildings and grounds to ensure a safe and healthy environment for students, staff, and the community.
Essential Tasks And Responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Salary: Custodial Salary Schedule
To perform custodial work required for the routine cleaning and upkeep of the buildings and grounds to ensure a safe and healthy environment for students, staff, and the community.
Essential Tasks And Responsibilities
- Receive and follow instructions as directed by the lead custodian in collaboration with building administrator and the Director of Custodial Services
- Inform lead custodian of needed supplies and equipment in a timely manner as to not hinder the continued performance of job duties
- Lift and move furniture, supplies, and equipment as directed
- Assist with the preparation of special events and activities to include, but not necessarily limited to, setting up, tearing down, and cleaning
- Perform minor maintenance and repairs; immediately reports to lead custodian/building administrator needed major repairs by maintenance personnel
- Correct any minor safety hazards; immediately report to lead custodian/building administrator major safety hazards and damage to school property
- Maintain a high level of cleanliness of school property and grounds
- Clean and dust chalkboards, furniture, exhibit cases, fixtures, doors, trim, and related furnishings
- Clean all glass including partitions, framed pictures, doors, windows, etc.
- Sweep and/or vacuum classrooms and other areas daily
- Scrub, mop, disinfect, and polish hard-surfaced floors in restrooms, cafeteria, hallways, classrooms, etc. as required
- Clean and disinfect restrooms and drinking fountains daily
- Replace tissue, soap and towels in dispensers
- Regulate the heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide an environment appropriate to the seasons and to ensure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity
- Monitor and turn off unnecessary lights outside of school/office hours except for those left on for safety/security reasons
- Take appropriate measures to ensure the security of the building/premises and assigned keys
- Keep floors, walkways, steps, and hallways in a clean, safe, and attractive condition at all times, especially during periods of inclement weather
- Keep buildings and grounds neat and clean at all times
- Remove trash and debris from all classrooms, hallways, offices, and other rooms daily
- Store and dispose of trash and waste materials in compliance with all state/federal laws and district procedures
- Follow all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper use of tools and power equipment used in the performance of duties
- Wear appropriate safety gear, including masks
- Comply with school district’s chemical right to know program and SDS sheets
- Adhere to all policies of the District
- Perform other related tasks as assigned by the building administrator, Director of Custodial Services and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Ability to follow oral or written work orders from supervisor, and to coordinate work with the building administrator and others
- Ability to read, write and speak
- Ability to organize and coordinate work
- Ability to travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as needed
- Ability to describe orally or in writing cleaning, maintenance or repair problems as needed
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work
- Ability to work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow
- Ability to work above ground from ladders and automatic lifts
- Ability to perform work according to standard procedures and schedule set forth by supervisor
- Prior experience in cleaning and maintenance preferred
- Successful completion of all background checks
Salary: Custodial Salary Schedule