Substitutes - Custodians, Division (2024-2025 School Year)

SHIFT: Varies based on school needs. Will require cleaning responsibilites at other school locations until mid-school year. 

PRIMARY FUNCTION:  

Performs all necessary duties in order to maintain a clean and safe learning/working environment for students and staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.
2. General knowledge of custodial operating procedures, practices and instructions and ability to perform simple maintenance repairs.
3. Ability to establish and follow work procedures with speed and accuracy.
4. Have a working knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment.
5. Proficiency in the use of a variety of custodial equipment and cleaning supplies.
6. Aware of fire, health, and safety factors and precautions.
7. Experience working directly with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
8. Familiarity with equity and inclusion frameworks.  Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities.  Respects the worth, dignity and individual differences of others.
9. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to present to diverse audiences to foster professional relationships and express and/or exchange ideas. 
10. Excellent interpersonal skills.
11. Proficiency in the use of a variety of office/instructional equipment and technology with experience using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and email.
12. Demonstrated leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, teachers, administrators, and the community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Maintains all areas of the building and grounds as required for proper care and cleanliness.
2. Operates all necessary power equipment required for proper care and cleanliness of the building and grounds.
3. Maintains the custodial supply room.
4. Maintains an inventory for all custodial supplies and equipment.
5. Operates heating, lighting, ventilation and electrical controls as specified.
6. Operates fire safety systems.
7. Inspects buildings and equipment and report deficiencies.
8. Ensures weekend/evening/holiday coverage and building lock-up.
9. Strives constantly to promote the safety, health, and comfort of students and employees.
10. Takes all industry standard precautions to protect students, staff, equipment, materials, and facilities.
11. Maintains appropriate state licensure; assumes responsibility for and participates in staff development (professional growth) and training to keep materials, supplies, and skills up-to-date.
12. Follows appropriate safety procedures and properly maintains equipment.
13. Actively participates in and attends all required meetings.
14. Maintains confidentiality when appropriate.
15. Complies with and supports school division policies, regulations, procedures, and the HCPS Strategic Plan.
16. Effectively performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Moderate work, lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds frequently.
• Stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel or crouch.
• Not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and meet the physical demands.

EVALUATION:      

Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with school board policy and administrative regulations on evaluation of classified personnel.

The above is intended to describe the essential functions of and requirements for the performance of this position.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of the duties, responsibilities and requirements of this position.

Salary : $96