Custodian

Position: Custodian

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or high school equivalency. Custodial experience, preferably in a school or related work environment. Physically capable of performing prescribed duties.

Primary Purpose:

To maintain the school facility in proper operating condition including but not limited to maintaining, cleaning, disinfecting and ensuring safety so the full education use of the school facility is possible at all times.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

(Note: The listed duties are illustrative only and are not intended to describe each and every function which may be performed in the job class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.)

• Comply with School Board Policy.

• Follow requirements as outlined Federal, State, and District professional development.

• Vacuum, sweep, dust, mop, wax and buff according to schedule.

• Be alert to safety conditions; anything found unsafe should be reported to the supervisor and rendered safe as soon as possible.

• Be alert to repair work that needs to be done.

• Prepare orders for supplies as needed and submit to the Head Custodian.

• Visually inspect all gilding areas that need supplies, such as paper towels, toilet tissue, soap, etc. daily.

• Keep buildings and premises, including but not limited to sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, grounds and play areas neat, clean and free of hazards (limbs, snow, ice, trash, etc.) at all times.

• Perform assigned daily tasks on time.

• Communicate and confer frequently with the Head Custodian.

• Keep custodial supply closets neat and clean.

• Comply with relevant laws and procedures for the storage, use and disposal of chemicals, trash, rubbish, waste and blood borne contaminated items.

• Move furniture and/or equipment within the building(s) as required for various activities and as directed by the supervisor.

• Remain on the work-site premises during work shift schedule unless excused by supervisor.

• Make such minor building repairs as an individual is capable of performing.

• Perform such maintenance chores as grass cutting, edging, trimming as directed by supervisor.

• Secure and lock all entrances to buildings.

• If applicable; open the building(s) each day.

• Raise and lower the U.S. and Oklahoma Flags daily.

• If applicable; check the overflow drains in the basement daily.

• Clean and maintain all restrooms hourly located in the assigned area(s).

• Keep restrooms supplied with soap, toilet tissue and paper towels.

• Be on call as needed, above regular hours.

• Attend custodial training meetings as scheduled by the supervisor.

• Comply with all items contained in the district’s Hazard Communication Program.

• Attend quarterly safety meetings as scheduled by the district safety coordinator.

• Remove trash regularly and appropriately.

• Respects the privacy of confidential matters relative to students, patrons and personnel.

• Use good judgment at all times.

Additional Essential Job Functions:

• Complete other tasks that may be necessary to achieve an efficient operation of the district that may be assigned by the supervisor.

• Attend approved professional development activities that may improve professional competence or enhance the job purpose.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read warning labels and safety documents.

• Ability to comprehend and follow both written and oral instructions.

• Familiarity with machinery used in cleaning.

• Ability to relate courteously with students and adults.

• Attention to detail.

• Ability to work without close supervision.

• Familiarity with cleaning products and chemicals.

• Proficient in multitasking.

• Maintain confidentiality.

• Dependable and punctual

Physical Requirements:

• Good health and high energy level.

• Ability to lift objects weighing 30 lbs or more.

• Ability to climb and descend a ladder.

• Extensive kneeling, crawling and bending.

• Ability to lift objects above shoulder level.

• Extensive pushing/pulling and twisting.

• Ability to tolerate a stressful environment.

Coordinates With: Head Custodian, Site Administrators, Operations Administrative Assistant/District Custodial Supervisor, Executive Director of Operations

Reports To: Operations Administrative Assistant/District Custodial Supervisor, Executive Director of Operations