What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Custodian position at TeachIowa?
Essential Job Functions:
Daily Cleaning Duties
Safety and Maintenance Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Physical/Mental Demands:
frequent walking, stooping, kneeling, twisting, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine
finger dexterity. Working around equipment and machinery having moving parts and generating
heat and moderate noise. Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, push, and pull for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly. Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying
temperatures and weather conditions. Ability to climb ladders and operate cleaning equipment
safely.
Daily Cleaning Duties
- Sweep, mop, vacuum, and dust assigned areas.
- Clean and sanitize classrooms, offices, hallways, locker rooms, and restrooms.
- Empty trash and recycling containers and replace liners.
- Refill restroom supplies including soap, paper towels, and toilet paper.
- Clean windows, mirrors, doors, and other surfaces.
- Maintain cafeteria and common areas in a sanitary condition.
- Assist with gymnasium, weight room, and athletic facility cleaning.
- Set up and tear down tables, chairs, and equipment for school events and activities.
- Support preparation and cleanup for concerts, sporting events, meetings, and community
- Assist with seasonal cleaning projects including floor waxing, carpet extraction, and deep
Safety and Maintenance Responsibilities
- Follow district cleaning standards and disinfecting procedures.
- Safely operate custodial equipment including floor scrubbers, buffers, vacuums, shampooers and
- Report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, vandalism, or damaged equipment to supervisors.
- Follow OSHA safety standards and district policies regarding chemical handling and PPE use.
- Help maintain secure buildings by checking doors and reporting unauthorized activity.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding students, student records, parents, staff, and any other school
- Promote a positive image of the District at all times.
- Perform other duties assigned by Supervisor, Superintendent, or Building Principal.
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous custodial or janitorial experience preferred but not required.
- Experience working in schools or public facilities is beneficial.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of proper cleaning methods and sanitation procedures.
- Ability to safely use custodial chemicals and equipment.
- Ability to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Strong time-management and organizational skills.
- Ability to communicate professionally with staff, students, and the public.
- Dependable attendance and punctuality required.
- The custodial staff works in a school environment with exposure to cleaning chemicals, dust,
- Team members are expected to maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and positive
- Evenings and Early Morning hours by be required. Occasional overtime may be required during
Physical/Mental Demands:
- The usual and customary duties require the following physical demands: significant lifting of
frequent walking, stooping, kneeling, twisting, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine
finger dexterity. Working around equipment and machinery having moving parts and generating
heat and moderate noise. Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, push, and pull for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly. Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying
temperatures and weather conditions. Ability to climb ladders and operate cleaning equipment
safely.