Custodian (Applicant Pool) 25-26 SY

Position Summary

To support the achievement of district goals by delivering effective and efficient custodial services. Clean and maintain district facilities through regular procedures to ensure high standards of safety, cleanliness, and operational efficiency of buildings and grounds.

Minimum Requirements

• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• None.  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to clearly and accurately record information
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to perform the essential job functions
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Effective cleaning skills
• Ability to lift 55 pounds to shoulder height occasionally
• Ability to push / pull a minimum of 20 pounds frequently

Essential Functions/Key Responsibilities

• Perform major cleaning tasks such as vacuuming (using a 20 lb. vacuum daily for 3-4 hours), wet-mopping, sweeping, dusting, emptying trash (lifting wastepaper and debris - minimum of 55 lbs.) and pencil sharpeners, cleaning chalkboards 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 replacing light bulbs (climb ladders up to a height of 16 feet), 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 climb up and down stairs frequently, as well as regular bending and standing as needed in a daily shift.
• Assist in major clean-up in summer such as washing desks and chairs, washing down walls, stripping and waxing floors, etc.
• Pull weeds, keep grounds free of rubbish and in winter shovel snow from steps and sidewalks and apply ice melt when appropriate.
• Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures
• Maintain a professional relationship with students, faculty, administration and community patrons.
• Submit all data and information as requested.
• Regularly monitor district email for pertinent communication.
• Complete requested paperwork. 
• Participate in meetings, training sessions, and seminars as scheduled.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None. 

Working Conditions

Tools/Equipment Used:  Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals and other equipment applicable to position.

Physical/Motion/Posture: Physical ability to walk, stoop, stand, twist, and squat on a constant basis. Frequent standing, walking, bending/stooping, squatting, climbing stairs/ladders, pushing/pulling, and twisting. Strenuous walking and climbing stairs; occasional keyboarding and use of a mouse.

Lifting:  Frequent heaving lifting, carrying, pushing, dragging or pulling objects (44 – 100 pounds).

Environment:  Work inside and outside (moderate exposure to the sun, heat, cold, and occasional exposure to biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc. approved chemicals; work around moving objects. May work prolonged or irregular hours.

Mental Demands:  Work with frequent interruptions; work with frequent deadlines; maintain emotional control under stress.

Non-Discrimination Notice:

Boerne Independent School District, as an equal opportunity educational provider and employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in educational programs or activities that it operates or in employment decisions.

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