Custodian - Assistant Head ESC/Furniture Moves

Reports To:                 Head Custodian, ESC                

Duty Days:                  261 Days

Wage/Hour Status:    Non-Exempt

Pay Grade:                  A04  

Date Created:             11/2025                                      

Qualifications:

Ability to follow established procedures and take directions from supervisor

Experience in maintenance and custodial procedures

Ability to efficiently move furniture as needed for setups and meetings

Ability to disassemble/reassemble large furniture, as necessary

Ability to follow diagrams of setups to meet the needs of the presenter

Ability to collaborate with others and supervise personnel      

Ability to work various shifts and various locations within school district

Ability to maintain emotional stability

Ability to read and comprehend basic operating instructions in English

Ability to comprehend and communicate in verbal and written English

Ability to verbally communicate in Spanish (Preferred)

Ability to write reports

Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies

Capable of using all types of Operation’s equipment with or without supervision

Physically able to lift, transport and position 50 pounds

Demonstrate aptitude for successful completion of tasks as assigned

Basic computer skills: email and word processing

Primary Purpose:

This position is primarily responsible for assisting the Head Custodian with the efficient and safe movement of furniture and equipment and setting up rooms and spaces for meetings, events, office relocations, etc., for daily use. This position ensures that spaces are prepared in a timely, clean and orderly manner in accordance with layout instructions and department standards. Additional custodial duties may be assigned as needed.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Move, rearrange and transport furniture, equipment and supplies within and between buildings or rooms.
2. Setup rooms for meetings, classes, events and other functions according to the specific instructions (tables, chairs, etc.,).
3. Take down and store furniture and equipment after events or meetings.
4. Oversee and participate in all custodial work, maintaining a high standard of safety, cleanliness, customer service and efficiency.
5. Maintain an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and order additional supplies as needed.
6. Work from daily work orders, calendars to prioritizing tasks.
7. Determine and assign extra work needed above routine duties.
8. Perform as fill-in for custodians when necessary (extra area).
9. Always ensure safe handling and proper lifting techniques.
10. Interact professionally and work collaboratively with staff to ensure room setup meets expectations.
11. May be required to work weekend and/or after hour events.
12. Available on short notice for emergency or overtime work.
13. Be familiar with fire extinguisher locations and know how to operate them.
14. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor.
15. Supervise and follow established procedures for locking, checking and safeguarding the building, including turning off lights.
16. Keep building and premises, including sidewalks, driveways, and common areas neat and clean at all times.
17. Evaluate, in conjunction with Head Custodian, all custodians under supervision and help resolve personnel issues.
18. Assist in training custodians at assigned location in established cleaning procedures and techniques.
19. Attend mandatory meetings and trainings.
20. Perform emergency repair or cleaning services as necessary.
21. Assume additional duties as assigned.

Equipment Used:

Use of carts, dollies and other equipment to assist with moving tasks and room setup.

Working Conditions:

Frequent walking, standing, heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, bending and carrying. Work outside and inside on slippery or uneven walking surfaces. Exposure to hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals, materials and bodily fluids. Occasionally, ascends/descends a ladder. Frequently positions self to gain access to tight spaces and low areas.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.