School Facility Custodian

FACILITY CUSTODIAN

DEFINITION:

Plan, schedule, and perform routing cleaning and maintenance work in assigned rooms, buildings, office spaces, and areas adjacent to the school; perform minor repairs of structures, furniture, and related facilities for the efficient operation of the school; perform other related duties as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Maintains buildings, facilities, and adjacent areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition
• Sweeps, mops, strips, waxes and polishes floors
• Vacuums rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices and other work areas
• Cleans and disinfects drinking fountains and restroom facilities including sinks, toilets and urinals
• Fills dispensers with towels, soap, toilet paper and other items
• Cleans mirrors, tile, walls, doors, windows, desks and office furniture
• Empties, cleans, and relines various trash containers
• Operates cleaning equipment such as vacuums, floor cleaning and polishing machines, scrubbers, pressure washers, etc.
• Picks up paper and other debris from floors, lawns, parking lots, walkways and areas adjacent to site facilities
• Sets up rooms, chairs, tables and equipment for meetings, dances and other special events
• Removes dirt and spider webs from building exteriors
• Moves furniture, file cabinets and boxes, as assigned
• Reports safety, sanitary and fire hazards
• Performs emergency clean-up resulting from breakage, vandalism, spills, clogged drains or illness
• Scrapes and removes gum from floors and surfaces
• Locks and unlocks doors and gates, turns lights on and off, and sets alarms to ensure security of buildings and related areas
• Uses high pressure washer to remove graffiti and to clean surfaces
• Performs routine and preventative maintenance to assigned cleaning equipment such as changing bags and filters on vacuum, etc.
• Requests equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of items to properly maintain facilities
• Maintains buildings, performing minor and maintenance activities such as repairing furniture, unclogging drains, replacing light bulbs, etc.
• Assists other employees in large or more difficult projects
• Picks up and delivers equipment, supplies, mail, packages and furniture for the purpose of distributing materials to appropriate parties
• Submits work orders or notifies Lead Facilities Custodian when major repairs are needed
• Raises and lowers flags
• Performs minor and routine painting and repair during school breaks
• May drive a district vehicle to conduct work
• May provide security to campus during evening hours, reporting or confronting individuals who are on campus without authorization
• Communicates with staff, students, parents and the public using tact, diplomacy, and courtesy to exchange information, coordinate activities and resolve issues or concerns
• Observes established health and safety regulations
• Performs related duties as assigned within the scope and skill level of this classification

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Methods, materials, tools, terminology and equipment used in the cleaning and maintenance of buildings
• Hazards and applicable safety and chemical mixing instructions to prevent injuries
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies
• Health and safety regulations and procedures
• Proper lifting techniques

ABILITY TO:

• Organize and plan work
• Observe health and safety regulations
• Use, operate and care for cleaning equipment
• Work cooperative with others
• Work independently, prioritize and manage multiple tasks and effectively apply time management skills
• Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships
• Perform heavy physical labor
• Maintain reliable and punctual attendance
• Learn and apply district policies
• Appropriately interact with students, staff and the public
• Drive a vehicle in a safe manner to conduct work

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• Meet minimum physical requirements
• Visual capability to read handwritten or typed documents and to perform duties
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information
• Able to sit, stand, kneel, bend and walk for extended periods
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of equipment and tools
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of specialized equipment and tools
• Able to climb slopes, stairs, steps and ladders and work from heights
• Able to exhibit full range of motion for shoulder internal and external rotation
• Able to reach overhead and horizontally
• Able to walk over rough or uneven surfaces
• Able to bend, stretch, twist or reach out with the body, arms and/or legs
• Muscular effort needed to lift, push, pull or carry objects
• Keep balanced and stay upright when in an unstable position such as when walking on slippery surfaces
• Work outside exposed to the weather and varying temperatures
• Able to lift up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Able to push and pull a variety of equipment weighing up to 150 pounds
• May be exposed to airborne particles, strong odors, fumes, chemicals, toxic materials and minor contagious diseases
• Able to sustain strenuous manual labor for up to eight hours

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES:

• High school graduation or G.E.D. equivalent
• One year experience in custodial or related work
• Criminal justice fingerprint clearance

Doral is an equal opportunity employer, and hires without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. We strongly encourage diverse candidates to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Charter school
• Public school
• School

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Janitorial: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25