Day Porter - Custodial (Anticipated Vacancy 2025-2026)

Position Title: Custodial Services Day Porter

Salary Schedule: CLSJ

Department: School

Job Code: 445706

Reports To: Principal

Work Schedule: Annual/8 hr.

Grade/Level: A-1H

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Primary Function: Maintains buildings and adjacent grounds in a clean, orderly, and secure condition.

Working Conditions:

Physical Demands:

Indoor and outdoor work environment

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate specialized equipment

Driving a vehicle to conduct work

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time

Regular exposure to fumes, dust and odors

Ability to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, feel, talk, hear, crawl, and to read a variety of printed and coded materials

Seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions

Ability to work indoors and outdoors during all types of weather including hot, cold, rainy, humid, and dry conditions

Ability to lift and transport up to 40 pounds over short distances and short periods of time

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate specialized equipment

Minimum of high school diploma or GED

Good oral and written communication skills

1.

Maintains all equipment and tools necessary to perform the responsibilities of the position

2.

Inspect equipment for safe and efficient operation

3.

Maintain proper records of preventive maintenance schedule

4.

Initiates and completes assigned projects in a timely manner

5.

Work without constant supervision

6.

Promotes good relations and displays a positive image with parents, students, and staff

7.

Assist with completion of trade and non-trade specific maintenance tasks

8.

Perform routine custodial activities individually or as a part of a crew at an assigned facility

9.

Sweep, scrub, mop, strip, wax and polish floors

10.

Vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops, and other work areas

11.

Spot clean and shampoo carpets

12.

Clean classrooms, cafeterias, lounges, offices, facilities, and adjacent grounds as assigned

13.

Empty waste receptacles

14.

Remove gum and graffiti as needed

15.

Clean and disinfect drinking fountains and restroom facilities including sinks, toilets, and urinals

16.

Fill dispensers with towels, soap, toilet paper and other items

17.

Clean mirrors, tile and windows

18.

Unclog drains and toilets

19.

Pick up paper and other debris from school grounds, walkways, and areas adjacent to school facilities

20.

Sweep concrete surfaces adjacent to school building

21.

Perform various light maintenance activities including replacing light bulbs and tubes, replacing air filters, cleaning chalkboards and erasers, and emptying pencil sharpeners

22.

Clean tables, chairs and floors after breakfast, lunch and all periods as assigned

23.

Lock and unlock doors and gates and set alarms as appropriate

24.

Maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines

25.

Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums, mops, strippers, steam cleaners, small hand and power tools, buffer/scrubber machines and other equipment as assigned

26.

Move and arrange furniture and equipment for meetings and special events; prepare classrooms and multi-purpose rooms for special events or meetings; clean up furniture, equipment and debris following these events

27.

Perform a variety of routine general maintenance and repairs on equipment and furniture as assigned

28.

Monitor inventory levels of custodial supplies and equipment as directed, communicating the need for supplies and equipment to supervisor

29.

Reports immediately any issues that may have an impact to school or employee safety to the appropriate administrator

30.

Perform other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee.