TITLE: Custodian I (10 months)
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to work effectively with other people. Ability to read and write. General knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment. Possess physical strength sufficient to perform assigned duties.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs recurring tasks under direct supervision in accordance with established practices and cleaning schedules.
Changes in work methods or procedures are specifically indicated by a supervisor and work is reviewed through personal inspection to assure completion of assignments in accordance with instruction and standards of cleanliness
Performs the lighter manual tasks in stripping, sweeping, scrubbing, mopping, waxing, spray buffing in school buildings; dusts and rearranges furniture within the area.
Washes windows, window sills, woodwork; vacuums carpets; spot cleans carpets and walls; cleans light fixtures, etc.
Cleans restrooms, fixtures; replenishes tissue, towel and soap containers; replaces light bulbs and fluorescent rubes; empties waste receptacles into larger containers and removes containers from buildings
Constantly keeps the building clean of any scattered paper and other litter that may detract from the appearance and sanitation of the building
Reports to supervisor any damages or need for repairs
Performs other related work as required such as cleaning sidewalks and grounds
Possesses responsibility for grass cutting; edging of walkways, buildings, fencing, access ways; cares for shrubbery on school campus
Attends seminars and workshops as scheduled by the Custodial Supervisors pertaining to increasing job efficiency and skills
Attends and successfully completes all training activities as required to improve ability and knowledge in performance of work duties
Serves as team player and role model for other employees in the organization; demonstrates a commitment to continuous quality improvement; supports and exhibits organizational core values of caring, respect, integrity, responsibility, high expectations, being customer driven, and valuing diversity.
Performs other duties and accepts responsibilities as assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Must be able to perform medium/heavy lifting exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or to 25 pounds of force constantly to move object.
Must be able to climb ladder and be capable of traveling through needed crawlspace area.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Background check with local and state law enforcement agencies required. Must possess a valid North Carolina driver's license. Applicant must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) when requested for purposes of driving a school bus.