Job Title: Custodian

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Reports to:  Maintenance Director

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Primary Purpose:

Clean and maintain district facilities using routine procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness and efficiency of building operations.  

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Valid Texas Drivers License

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures

Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building maintenance

Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment

Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies

Experience:

Preferred but no required

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Cleaning

1. Maintain a cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of floors, whiteboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
2. Keep school buildings and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots and play areas neat and clean.
3. Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.
4. Assist in maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional supplies as needed.

Maintenance and Repair

1. Assist with the lunchroom set up, including arranging tables and chairs.
2. Perform preventive maintenance to ensure the comfort, health and safety of students and staff. Make minor building repairs as needed and report major repair needs to the supervisor.
3. Move furniture or equipment within the building as directed by the principal/supervisor.
4. Assist in setting up facilities for special events.

Safety

1. Assist with opening and closing the building each school day checking to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during hours of building occupancy. Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.
2. Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.
3. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing, etc.
4. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
5. Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor.
6. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:  Floor scrubber, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, electric drill, hand tools, shampooer

Posture: Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching, and overhead reaching

Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials; occasionally work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

Regular on-time attendance is an essential function of this position. 

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Salary : $15 - $19