Part-time Custodian 5.5 hours/day - 2nd shift - Saint Paris - Graham Local Schools

Description

Title: Custodian & Head Custodian
Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor
Job Objective: Performs housekeeping duties.
Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma. Qualifications:
• Meets all mandated health screening requirements.
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
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• Embodies high ethical standards and integrity.
• Accepts responsibility for decisions and conduct.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules, board policies, and administrative guidelines/procedures.
• Ability to establish working relationships with co-workers and function as part of a cohesive team.
• Commitment to keep current with work skills essential to the objectives of the position.
• Ability to read, understand, and comply with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
• Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts.

Essential Functions: The following are typical work responsibilities. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.
Head Custodian (additional duties):

• Assigns and supervises custodial crews.
• Helps assigned staff meet established schedules.
• Keeps the maintenance supervisor informed about ongoing activities and emerging issues.
• Communicates issues to the building administrator on a regular basis.
• Helps the maintenance supervisor develop short/long-range program recommendations.
• Helps train custodians in procedures to effectively accomplish assigned duties. Custodian:
• Cleans assigned areas as directed.
• Takes the initiative to perform routine responsibilities independently.
• Keeps the maintenance supervisor and/or head custodian informed about emerging issues.
• Advances the district's professional image.
• Maintains open/effective communications.
• Uses problem-solving techniques to tactfully address and resolve questions/concerns.
• Refers district policy interpretation inquiries to administrators.
• Provides for the regular and orderly removal of trash.
• Washes floors.
• Sanitizes and re-supplies toilet rooms.
• Cleans furniture, fixtures, walls, and windows.
• Anticipates and replenishes consumable supplies to avoid work schedule interruptions.
• Helps with the receipt of deliveries.
• Inspects packages.
• Verifies quantities.
• Complies with safety and environmental regulations.
• Ensures that supplies are labeled and stored safely.
• Cleans, moves, and arranges furnishings, supplies, and equipment as directed.
• Deals with unexpected situations (e.g., accidents, equipment failure, etc.).
• Follows approved safety procedures to clean up injuries involving chemicals, solvents, blood, body fluids and/or body tissues.
• Participates in occupational safety and health training programs as directed.
• Documents all injuries that require treatment.
• Checks daily schedule to find out if a school activity requires preparation or clean up.
• Assists other staff as needed to deal with unexpected or urgent situations.
• Monitors building conditions.
• Reports suspected problems and/or unsafe conditions (e.g., unusual odors, discolorations, noises, leaks, etc.).
• Takes appropriate action to protect district property.
• Ensures that assigned buildings and job sites are secured at the end of the day. Responds to emergencies as needed.
• Helps uphold security procedures.
• Assists rental groups as directed.
• Directs visitors to the office.
• Reports discipline problems, vandalism, graffiti, equipment malfunctions, and other concerns.
• Takes precautions to ensure safety.
• Watches for conduct/situations that may indicate a problem.
• Works with staff to manage or eliminate risk factors.
• Prepares/maintains accurate records.
• Submits required paperwork on time.
• Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Participates in staff meetings and in-service training as directed.
• Supports workplace initiatives that enhance personal productivity and advance district goals.
• Maintains a professional appearance.
• Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

Abilities Required: The following personal characteristics and skills are important for the successful performance of assigned duties.

• Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work/learning environment.
• Uses active listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills effectively.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
• Reacts productively to interruptions and changing conditions.
• Works efficiently with limited supervision. Prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines.

Working Conditions: Safety is essential to job performance. Employees must exercise caution and comply with standard safety regulations and district procedures when involved in the following situations:

• Balancing, bending, climbing, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and/or standing.
• Exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes.
• Exposure to air-borne particulates, chemical irritants, combustible materials, electrical hazards, equipment vibrations, noises, and odors.
• Exposure to wet and/or slippery surfaces.
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
• Interacting with aggressive, disruptive, and/or unruly individuals.
• Lifting, carrying, and moving work-related supplies/equipment.
• Operating and/or riding in a vehicle.
• Performing tasks that require strenuous physical exertion.
• Traveling to meetings and work assignments.
• Working at various heights, in confined spaces, and/or in variable/diminished lighting.
• Working in proximity to moving mechanical parts.

Performance Evaluation: Job performance is evaluated according to policy provisions and contractual agreements adopted by the Graham Local School District Board of Education.