NEWPORT INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS is hiring: Custodian - Substitute in Newport

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Position Function:

Under the direct supervision of the building principal/designee, performs general cleaning and maintenance in central office and grounds; maintains equipment in functional condition; and provides cleaning and custodial assistance to staff, visitors, and others as necessary.

Essential Functions:

• Checks and secures building at beginning and end of shift for safety and cleanliness.
• Cleans rooms, hallways, cafeterias, restrooms, offices, stairways, and other areas according to district standards.
• Sweeps, mops, buffs, strips, and waxes floors.
• Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and blinds.
• Washes walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors, and sills.
• Removes graffiti, cleans glass areas.
• Replaces light bulbs.
• Sets up and breaks down chairs, tables, and equipment in meeting and functional rooms.
• Clears snow from entrances and walks, spreads sand and ice-melting chemicals.
• Performs grounds-keeping duties, clears debris, and maintains grounds.
• Receives deliveries and assists in unloading trucks and storing supplies.
• Delivers supplies and materials to various areas.
• Empties wastebaskets, removes trash, and assists in recycling.

Additional Duties:

• Performs cleaning and repair work, especially during school vacations.
• Assists parents and visitors during events and programs.
• Performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Note: This description is illustrative and not exhaustive of all duties.

Equipment: Uses hand tools and power equipment such as brooms, mops, cleaning machines, vacuum cleaners, snow blowers, shovels, and mowers.

Safety Requirements: Follows safety rules, wears appropriate gear, and complies with chemical hygiene protocols.

Travel Requirements: Occasional travel between schools or to the central office.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to follow work orders and coordinate with staff.
• Fluent in English.
• Ability to describe maintenance issues.
• Ability to establish cooperative relationships.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Comfort working at heights.

Physical and Mental Demands:

• Ability to work in school environments and outdoors.
• Exposure to chemicals and outdoor elements.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in building maintenance desirable.
• KY Motor Vehicle Operator's license or own transportation.

Additional Information:

• Entry level, full-time position in education management.