JOB DESCRIPTION - CUSTODIAN

JOB DESCRIPTION - CUSTODIAN

po1400.17Adopted January 1, 2002Revised August 15, 2024

1400.17 - JOB DESCRIPTION – CUSTODIAN

Position:                          Custodian

Reports to:                       Building and Grounds Supervisor

Employment Status:        Regular/Full-time

Description: The custodian performs unskilled and skilled maintenance, repair, and cleaning on school buildings and grounds. S/He combines skills of several trades to ensure the cleanliness, safety, positive physical appearance, and upkeep of school property.

NOTE:   The below lists are not ranked in order of importance

RESPONSIBILITY:

The custodian, in the performance of his/her duties, is directly responsible to the Building and Grounds Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

  1. High school diploma or equivalent.
  2. Previous work experience in commercial cleaning, maintenance, or related field.
  3. Skill in the use and care of standard tools of the trade, and of heavy-duty cleaning equipment.
  4. Knowledge and experience of the standard procedures, practices, materials, tools, and equipment used in the electrical, plumbing, and carpentry trades, or a combination of these depending on the specific job assignment.
  5. Capability of lifting a minimum of 40 lbs., and of moving up to 100 lbs.
  6. Physical capability of operating heavy-duty cleaning equipment safely.
  7. Demonstrated skill at keeping accurate maintenance logs and accurate written records.
  8. Ability to read and interpret written maintenance manuals and written orders.
  9. Ability to communicate, and to operate communications equipment (i.e., phone system).
  10. Driver’s license and ability to operate maintenance vehicles.
  11. Passing score on custodial qualifying test.
  12. Criminal investigations clearance.
  13. Must be able to work without supervision.

Other Desirable Qualifications:

  1. Basic industrial safety training.
  2. Certification in any area of heating and ventilating and/or controls operation, in sewage treatment plant operation, and/or electrical or plumbing license.
  3. Successful training in the use of computerized controls and maintenance systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  1. Maintains the safety and working operation of all physical plant systems, including heating, ventilating, sewage treatment, plumbing, and electrical.
  2. Sweeps, scrubs, waxes, and burnishes floors on a regular time schedule.
  3. Orders, inventories, and replenishes supplies, materials, and equipment needed for work.
  4. Empties and cleans waste receptacles daily or more often if needed.
  5. Keeps windows clean and replaces glass as needed.
  6. Assist in moving and arranging furniture and equipment.
  7. Secures building after school and when needed by turning off lights and locking doors and windows.
  8. Replaces light bulbs, and cleans fixtures regularly.
  9. Maintains equipment and materials used in work.
  10. Performs minor maintenance work such as repairing chairs, desks, and tables; unclogging drains and fixtures; cleaning and replacing filters in the heating system.
  11. Keeps school facilities and grounds picked up, swept, mowed, trimmed, and maintained in a systematic, timely, and organized fashion.
  12. Performs comprehensive summer cleaning and maintenance as scheduled by the supervisor including cleaning, repairs, and painting.
  13. Clears walkways, driveways, and parking areas of snow and rubbish.
  14. Makes frequent daily inspections of the building, reports noteworthy situations to the supervisor, and clears away any safety hazards.
  15. Cleans and disinfects restrooms and fixtures: floors, sinks, urinals, commodes, and commode seats.
  16. Exercises appropriate precautions during contact with hazardous chemicals and/or bodily fluids.
  17. Maintains unobstructed hallways, passageways, or exits.
  18. Makes daily inspection of the building for vandalism or graffiti; removes graffiti promptly.
  19. Cleans and dusts classroom areas, walls, and chalkboards and trays regularly.
  20. Immediately reports to the supervisor the need for repairs, and unsafe and dangerous situations or circumstances.
  21. Takes responsibility for cleaning, setting up, and dismantling extra-curricular activities to include athletic and building use activities.
  22. Work cooperatively with outside specialists dealing with maintenance items.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Interacts with students, staff, visitors, supervisors, and colleagues in a positively-responsive manner.
  2. Participates in in-service training programs.
  3. Works in accordance with District policies and procedures as well as State and Federal regulations for safety and maintenance.
  4. Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor or the administration.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  1. Knowledge of school setting and commercial cleaning functions.
  2. Demonstrated skill in reading and mathematics sufficient to meet minimum qualifications, and to read and interpret maintenance/custodial communications.
  3. Service record that reflects positive interpersonal relationships, experience with school-aged children, and sensitivity to student needs.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED:

  1. Heavy-duty floor cleaners, chemical mix systems, carpet and floor scrubbers, lifts for overhead work, floor buffers, mowers, and other grounds/maintenance equipment.
  2. Maintenance trucks and vans.
  3. Maintenance and repair tools and equipment.
  4. Communications equipment (i.e., phone system, security system). 

ADDITIONAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

  1. Exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue.
  2. Exposure to chemicals used in cleaning, grounds, and maintenance work.
  3. Occasional exposure to high noise levels.
  4. Occasional interaction among unruly children.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: In accordance with Board-issued contract.

** Southern Local School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of religion, age, sex, or disabilities.**
Southern Local School District Board of Education adoption date: 8/15/2024

The job description in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the position incumbent.  The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the superintendent.

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My signature below signifies that I have reviewed the contents of my job description and that I am aware of the requirements of my position.  I further certify that I have reviewed the contents of my job description.

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