11.2024 - Classified - Custodian (Day)

"40 hours per week 52 weeks per year 2080 hours per year

Benefits: BCBS - District will pay for employee health and dental insurance Flex Plan option Vacation - 10 days available after 1 year employment Holidays - 8 per year Sick Leave - 1 day per month Long Term Disability Retirement through the Nebraska Public Employees System Additional benefits available for employee to purchase. Please contact Human Resources for additional information

Must Possess a valid Nebraska Driver's license.

Qualifications

• Education: Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid Nebraska Driver's License.
• Experience: General hands-on custodial experience with building upkeep.
• Knowledge in the safe use of cleaning materials, equipment, and hand tools/power equipment.
• The ability to work from written and verbal instructions.
• The ability to work alone as well as with a team.
• Professional cleaning experience helpful, but not mandatory.
  
  

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (Include, but are not limited to) Maintains a level of cleanliness in assigned area/building. Operates vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, carpet extractors, and floor scrubbers including mop/bucket. Properly uses and stores common industrial cleaning chemicals provided by the district. Performs minor repairs to buildings and equipment within capabilities; reports all others to building Head Custodian or Custodial Supervisor. Responds to building administrators' special needs and requests to keep the building running. Routinely checks heating and air conditioning equipment, reporting any malfunctions to the Head Custodian, Custodial Supervisor, or Supervisor of Buildings & Grounds. Informs Head Custodian when custodial supplies are needed. Performs building security as directed by Head Custodian or Custodial Supervisor. Reports any unsafe conditions to the Head Custodian or Custodial Supervisor. Removes outside trash of assigned building. Performs weekly inspections of playground equipment using the proper forms. Participates in snow and ice removal of assigned building. Communicates with building staff and students to ensure awareness of any special needs or concerns. Remains familiar with Disaster Plan and assigned duties in an emergency. Keeps assigned building environmentally safe for staff, patrons, and visitors. Maintains asbestos training to the two hour level minimum. Performs any other duties as requested or directed by the Head Custodian or Custodial Supervisor.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: (Intellectual, Sensory) Practices correct chemical usage. Demonstrates proper equipment and tool usage. Uses good communication skills. Complies with safety guidelines using good common sense.

At Will Employment: Employment with the Kearney Public School district is not for any period of time, and employment may be terminated at any time at the convenience of the terminating party, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Employment with the school district is not governed by any express or implied contract of employment.

It is the policy of the Kearney Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, age, veteran status, marital status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information, or other protected conditions, in its educational programs, activities, or employment policies. Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Director of Human Resources.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION The Kearney Public School District hereby gives this statement of compliance and intends to comply with all state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination. This school district intends to take any necessary measures to assure compliance with such laws against any prohibited form of discrimination.

The Kearney Public School District Does Not Discriminate On The Basis Of Sex, Disability, Race (including Skin Color, Hair Texture And Protective Hairstyles), Color, Religion, Veteran Status, National Or Ethnic Origin, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Childbirth Or Related Medical Condition, Sexual Orientation Or Gender Identity, Or Other Protected Status In Its Programs And Activities And Provides Equal Access To The Boy Scouts And Other Designated Youth Groups. The Following Person Has Been Designated To Handle Inquiries Regarding The Non-discrimination Policies

Title IX, Title II, Title VI & Section 504 - Melissa Herrmann, Director of human Resources Kearney Public Schools 320 West 24th Street Kearney, NE 68845 308-698-8011 melherrmann@kearneycats.com mailto:bobhastings@kearneycats.com