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Primary Purpose
The Custodian under general supervision of the Building Operator, the Custodian, cleans and maintains offices, halls, classrooms and similar areas in a school building; secures the building upon closing and performs related work as required or assigned. Maintains custodial standards by following trained cleaning procedures; resulting in a safe, clean and efficient building environment. Perform project work as assigned.
Days Per Year: 240
MIN: $13.00
MID: $15.30
JOB TITLE: Custodian
REPORT TO: Building Operator
WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Nonexempt
PAY GRADE: Aux 1
Primary Purpose
The Custodian under general supervision of the Building Operator, the Custodian, cleans and maintains offices, halls, classrooms and similar areas in a school building; secures the building upon closing and performs related work as required or assigned. Maintains custodial standards by following trained cleaning procedures; resulting in a safe, clean and efficient building environment. Perform project work as assigned.
All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, championing the needs of our students and drive continuous improvement.
Qualifications
Required
- Must be able to communicate effectively in English
- One year direct or job related experience
- Ability to understand verbal and written instructions in English
- Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance
- Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment
- Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies
Duties
- Clean floors by vacuuming, sweeping or mopping
- Dust vents, ledges, shelves and horizontal surfaces
- Wet wipe walls, tables, desks, chalkboards/trays, whiteboards and glass
- Disinfect restroom sinks, urinals, toilets, fixtures, partitions, showers and floors
- Polish all chrome
- Disinfect public phones and water fountains
- Remove facility trash and place in dumpster. Re-line cans
- Remove carpet spots
- Empty pencil sharpeners
- Lower and raise cafeteria tables
- Replenish dispensers as needed
- Police grounds and parking lot daily
- Shampoo carpets and refinish/strip hard surface floors
- Assist when others are absent
- Responsible for keeping equipment clean and operable
- Perform all other duties as assigned
- Move furniture and perform project cleaning
- Mix chemicals
- Sweep sidewalks, patios and entrances
- Other general custodial duties as assigned by the supervisor including, but not limited to, moving furniture and equipment
- Responding to emergencies or crisis situations in the District
- Vacuum cleaner, broom, dust mop, wet mop, bucket, wringer, spray bottles, high duster, cart, small hand tools, roto and extractor.
- Rubber gloves, goggles are required when mixing chemicals.
- Back support belts should be used when lifting.
- Average hearing
- Corrected 20/20 vision
- Good depth perception
- Ability to distinguish between colors
The usual and customary methods of performing this job require the following: frequent walking, standing, climbing, and heavy lifting and carrying. Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, and ladders. Work alone as well as with other team members. Environmental Conditions: Required to use chemicals daily, working in extreme weather conditions (with and without air conditioning depending on facility requirements). Overtime is required as necessary.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties that may be required.
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