What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian / Bus Driver position at Hoke County Schools?
Qualifications :
High School Graduation or its equivalency
General knowledge and experience of building cleaning practices, supplies, and equipment and the ability to use them economically and efficiently
Valid North Carolina Driver's License
Must be at least eighteen (18) years old with six (6) months driving experience
Must be eligible to possess and maintain a current North Carolina commercial driver's license with proper endorsements and a current Bus Drivers Pocket Card
Must pass a DOT drug and alcohol testing
Must never have been convicted of a DWI Offense
Supervises :
None
Essential Job Functions :
Performs responsible unskilled work in the care and cleaning of school facilities
Performs a variety of general and light groundskeeping work in the care and maintenance of assigned buildings and facilities
Sweeps, mops, vacuums, strips, waxes, and buffs floor surfaces
Cleans and disinfects restroom areas and replenishes paper supplies and soap as necessary
Cleans windows, walls, woodwork, blinds, heating / air vents and light fixtures
Dusts and cleans desks and other furniture
Empties trash receptacles; gathers and disposes of refuse in on-site dumpsters
Sweeps sidewalks and walkways outside of buildings; polices grounds, picks up debris, applies de-icing compounds to walkways as necessary
Cleans and sanitizes waste baskets
Cleans and sanitizes water fountains
Raises and lowers flags, as needed
Maintains inventory; requisitions and picks up cleaning supplies, as needed
Opens buildings at start of workday; securely locks down facility at end of day
Washes windows on both the inside and outside
Arranges furniture, tables and chairs for meetings and other events
Mows and trims grass on campus grounds
Trims shrubbery, trees, etc.
Rakes and removes leaves as necessary
Makes minor building repairs, as able
Reports major repairs needed and any damage to school property to principal
Responds to after hour emergencies and works over as needed
Maintains proficiency in driving skills
Is responsible for completing all reports relating to transportation
Ensures safety and care of students boarding, riding, and departing school bus
Maintains a high standard of student conduct at all times
Discharges students only at the authorized school or bus stop locations
Transports only authorized students
Reports infractions of school bus safety rules to the principal or designee
Obeys all traffic laws and school bus regulations while operating the school bus
Operates the school bus on the assigned route(s) and schedule as provided by the Transportation Office
Attends bus safety meetings
Informs Transportation Specialist or TIMS Manager of any students added or deleted from route which may necessitate a change in route or bus stop
Accepts responsibility for securing the school bus before leaving the vehicle at the conclusion of a run or route
Accepts responsibility for reporting observable mechanical defects or failures on the school bus
Maintains acceptable relations with parents / guardians of students transported and with school personnel
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor
Physical and Cognitive Requirements :
The major physical and cognitive requirements listed below are applicable to the Custodian job classification within the Maintenance Department of Hoke County Schools. Work in this classification is considered medium physical work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Work in various inside and outside environments being subjected to weather changes, noise, vibrations, job hazards and atmospheric conditions
Use visual acuity required for depth perception and color perception
Visually inspect small defects and / or small parts
Use a variety of measuring devices
Assemble or fabricate parts at or within arm's length
Operate machines, motor vehicles, hand tools, and job specific equipment and tools
Determine the accuracy and thoroughness of work
Observe general surroundings and activities
Hear sufficiently to accurately perceive information at normally spoken word levels
Use communication by means of spoken word to express or exchange ideas
Safely work in situations of exposure to blood borne pathogens which may require specialized personal protective equipment
DISCLAIMER : This job description is not a comprehensive list of all the duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.
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