IMPORTANT: Applicants must go to the Hoover City Schools website: hoovercityschools.net and follow the application directions under the Human Resources Dept. tab. Applicants must complete an application and apply for the specific position NO LATER THAN THE ADVERTISED DEADLINE. *MUST PASS A STATE DEPT. OF EDUCATION BACKGROUND CHECK (fingerprinting) IF SELECTED.

HOOVER CITY SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Custodian

REPORTS TO: Custodial Coordinator/Principal

JOB GOAL: To provide excellent custodial and grounds-keeping services so that facilities are clean, comfortable, and efficient educational and work environments

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to work in locations involving heights and confined spaces; to work indoors and outdoors year-round in noisy, crowded environments, and inclement weather
• Demonstrated knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in cleaning furniture, floors, walls, windows, light fixtures, and plumbing fixtures and in making routine repairs
• Ability to climb and work from scaffolding, ladders, and heights, and to engage in prolonged standing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, bending, turning and reaching
• Ability to read and follow directions, to work independently, and to plan and prioritize tasks
• Ability to lift and carry fifty (50) pounds
• High level of personal initiative and ability to work without close supervision
• Ability and willingness to work after hours, weekends, shift work, or holidays if necessary
• Ability to be punctual and regular in attendance
• Ability to work well with people as part of a team
• Ability to meet suitability criteria under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as state, federal, and local law and the Board may require

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, goals, and priorities
• Performs assigned custodial work that ensures an efficient and effective balance between operation and preventive custodial services
• Performs duties in a timely, courteous, and professional manner
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters
• Performs emergency custodial services (clean-up of bodily fluids, chemical spills, glass breakage, etc.) in accordance with established procedures
• Maintains and reports inventory of materials and supplies as needed, and makes recommendations of supplies and equipment for purchase including bathroom tissue, hand towels, cleaners, deodorizers, and other necessary materials and supplies
• Stores, uses, and disposes of chemicals, cleaners, and products in accordance with established procedures and instructions
• Moves, sets up, rearranges, and removes furniture as directed
• Monitors and maintains assigned facilities so that debris is picked up, restrooms are cleaned, floors are swept and mopped, glass is cleaned, garbage receptacles are emptied, fixtures and furnishings are dusted, and facilities are cleaned in accordance with established procedures and instructions
• Assists in regular, routine inspections of buildings and grounds for safety hazards, repairs, or services, and reports needs or solves issues according to established District procedures
• Reports illegal acts such as damaged property, littering, theft, and vandalism
• Adheres to local Board policies, administrative procedures, and other like directives, as well as state, federal, and local laws
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned by Supervisor(s)

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. The Hoover City Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29,376.00 - $38,503.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Physical setting:

• School

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Year round work

Ability to Relocate:

• Hoover, AL 35244: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person