Assistant Custodian Job at Framingham Public Schools in Framingham

FRAMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS

DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS & GROUNDS

TITLE: Assistant Custodian
2nd Shift

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are currently seeking a reliable, responsible assistant custodian to help maintain and care for our facilities. The ideal candidate would be a person who is careful and thorough in his/her work, cleaning and tidying the premises with great care and an eye for detail. If you are reliable, focused, committed to building upkeep, and have great physical stamina, we want to hear from you.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

A valid Driver's License.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Prior custodial experience is desirable but not mandatory.

SKILLS AND ABILITY:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Ability to read and interpret instructions, work requests, and labels on chemical supplies.
• Communicate clearly and concisely with staff and students.
• Work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage several projects simultaneously.
• Perform duties with awareness of all district requirements, state and federal laws, and Framingham Public Schools policies.
• Have a good prior work record with respect to performance, congeniality, tardiness, absenteeism, honesty, and dependability.

Employees will be expected to have reliable transportation as assignments can be at different locations among the 15 schools as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs various custodial duties such as sanitizing, cleaning, scrubbing, stripping, waxing, buffing, dusting furniture, and equipment moving.
• Vacuum and shampoo carpeting.
• Wash windows, mirrors, glass, and other surfaces.
• Cleans and washes chalkboards, trays, and erasers.
• Changes light bulbs as required.
• Dust and clean furniture, equipment, sills, ledges, heating grills, ventilation units, walls, ceilings, stairs, and boilers.
• Sweeps/shovels snow and applies sand and salt.
• Empties wastebaskets and trash receptacles from various locations.
• Sets up rooms as required.
• Inspect interior and exterior of building for vandalism.
• Request corrective action through the senior custodian.
• Reports emergencies to the senior custodian.
• Works overtime during emergencies or as required.
• Observes all safety rules.
• Regulates the HVAC system to provide appropriate indoor temperature.
• Opens or locks all exit doors and checks panic hardware.
• Performs grounds and play area responsibilities.
• Performs minor building/equipment repairs and maintenance.
• Checks fire safety and emergency lighting.
• Recommends reordering of supply items to the senior custodian.
• Performs any paperwork required.
• Works congenially with all building personnel, visitors, co-workers, and superiors.
• Performs other similar/related duties as required or requested.

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to bend, sit, move, hear, and speak. The employee must be able to work using ladders, scaffolding, mechanical lifts, and district vehicles. Ability to lift up to 60 pounds and move heavier materials using appropriate equipment is required.

REPORTS TO: Senior Building Custodians and/or Shift Foreperson.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) CLASSIFICATION: This position is classified as Non-Exempt.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Covered under Framingham School Custodial Services Contract.

Framingham Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.