What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substitute Custodian position at Colonial Beach School District?
Title: Custodian
Position Description:
The individual is expected to work collaboratively with co-workers and follow the directives of the Head Custodian and building principal. He or she is responsible for ensuring that the assigned areas within the school are properly cleaned as well as ensuring safety through careful observation while working within the school building or completing tasks outside of the school building.
Essential Functions:
Perform major cleaning tasks such as vacuuming, wet-mopping, sweeping, dusting, emptying trash (lifting waste paper and debris - minimum of 55 lbs.) and disinfecting drinking fountains.
Clean restrooms, including floors and all fixtures (i.e.: urinals, toilets, sinks, mirrors, partitions, and counters). Ensure restrooms are clean and disinfected.
Wash windows and sills (door glass).
Perform ongoing tasks such as filling dispensers and setting up facilities for student and adult use (lifting furniture, boxes, and cafeteria tables-minimum of 55 lbs.).
Make minor building repairs and promptly report major repairs needed to the Head Custodian.
Work overtime and on weekends as necessary to meet District events and facility schedules.
Ensure that all doors and windows are appropriately locked.
Must be able to walk up and down stairs frequently, as well as regular bending and standing as needed during a shift.
Assist in major clean-up in summer such as washing desks and chairs, washing down walls, stripping and waxing floors, etc.
Keep grounds free of trash, debris, and in winter shovel snow from steps and sidewalks and apply ice melt when appropriate.
Ensure that all assigned equipment is maintained and used appropriately; immediately report mechanical problems or concerns to the Head Custodian.
Maintain a professional relationship with students, faculty, and administration.
Regularly monitor district email for pertinent communication.
Attend meetings as scheduled by supervisors and District Administrators.
Complete requested paperwork.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties that will be performed by this employee. The employee shall be required to follow any other instructions and to do any other related duties as assigned by the Principal or Superintendent.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School diploma or G.E.D.
Ability to perform the essential job functions
Effective interpersonal skills Ability to lift 55 pounds to shoulder height occasionally
Ability to push / pull a minimum of 20 pounds frequently