Custodian

Position: Custodian

Pay Grade: Per Compensation Manual

Immediate Supervisor: Lead Custodian/Head Building Keeper/ Director for Custodial Services

Dept./Campus: Operations and Facilities/Campus assigned

Days Employed: Per Compensation Manual

POSITION SUMMARY :

Efficiently and safely maintain a high level of care and cleanliness of school buildings and surrounding area

QUALIFICATIONS :

Education/Certification: High School diploma or G.E.D. (desired)

Valid Texas Driver’s License

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Able to read, write, and speak English

Be in a good physical condition

Possess basic mechanical skills

Good oral and written communication skills

Sound reasoning in the interpretation of responsibilities and in dealing with students, staff and the public

Able to follow instructions/directives of supervisors(s)

Able to work irregular hours and to respond to after-hours emergency calls as needed

Able to work independently, with or without supervision, with others, and as part of a team

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

prior experience in the operation of cleaning and custodial equipment

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

Good public relations

Able to make quick, sound decisions in the best interest of the school

Willing to receive and utilize training, to daily perform routine custodial tasks

Practice general safety, security, and custodial procedures at all times

Comply with district policies and procedures

Maintain a good attendance/safety/driving record

Operate and maintain all types of custodial related mechanical equipment

Responsible for performing work in a neat, orderly and timely manner that ensures school buildings are clean and ready for the beginning of each school day/school year

Assemble furniture, install light bulbs/pencil sharpeners/dispensers, unstop commodes/urinals and other mechanical tasks that do not require the use of a drill

Adapt to and be willing to work a flexible work schedule at any site, during any shift, and perform any cleaning assignment according to the needs of the district

Able to learn new techniques and adapt to repetitive cleaning tasks throughout the workday

Perform all other duties assigned

EQUIPMENT USED: Work-related and as needed for the completion of tasks

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.

Must be able to perform repetitive tasks

Standing tolerance of up to 7 hours

Sustained walking endurance of up to .25 miles

Continued kneeling endurance up to 10 minutes

Manual dexterity and fine motor skills

Repetitive forward reaching

Repetitive overhead reaching, sustained tolerance up to 3 minutes

Repetitive forward bending

Repetitive stooping endurance up to 10 minute

Ability to climb stairs

Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

This job is performed 90% indoors, with the remaining 10% of job duties performed outdoors maintaining the surrounding grounds.

Indoor duties are performed in a thermostatically controlled climate, and the responsibilities are subject to seasonal conditions.

Noise levels are low and present no risk of hearing disorders.

Exposure to vibration is moderate during the use of floor machines.

Lighting indoors is provided by recessed overhead fluorescent fixtures with glare screen coverings.

The walking surface indoors is a level concrete floor covered with linoleum tile in foyer areas, cafeteria, and restrooms. Tight knap carpet is installed in most reaching areas and office space with ample padding.

The outdoor walking surface is natural (grave/rocks) and exposed concrete sidewalks. Safety shoes are not required; however, shoes with a non-skid sole must be worn.

Exposure to fumes is moderate with the use of some cleaning chemicals, and the dissipation of fumes is controlled with the building ventilation system.

Chemical hazards are moderate; however, rubber gloves, face shield, or other personal protective equipment are required while using chemicals.