BASIC FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITY: Clean and maintain district facilities using routine procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• None specified

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures
• 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

Experience:

• None specified

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

Cleaning:

• Sweep, wet and dry mop, buff and wax floors and participate in floor stripping.
• Vacuum and shampoo carpet removing stains and sanitizing.
• Clean and sanitize restroom floors, common areas, classrooms, etc.
• Use various tools to remove scuff marks from floors in rooms and halls.
• Operate custodial equipment such as mops, 2-speed and high-speed buffers, wet/dry vacuum cleaners, shampoo machines, water and carpet extractors, carpet blowers, spotters and ride/walk behind automatic floor scrubber.
• Maintain a cleaning schedule that will include cleaning floors, boards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
• Keep school building and grounds, including sidewalks, parking lots, and play areas, neat and clean.
• Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.
• Assist in maintain an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional supplies as needed.

Maintenance and Repair:

• Move furniture or equipment within the building as directed by principal.
• Perform preventative maintenance to ensure comfort, health, and safety of students and staff. Make minor building repairs as needed and report major repair needs to principal.
• Assist in setting up facilities for special events.

Safety:

• Assist in opening and closing building each school day checking to ensure that all exit doors are working properly. Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.
• Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, and climbing.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Other:

• Ability to work various shifts and locations within the school district and some after-hours and weekend rentals, if applicable.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others and take directions from supervisors. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

• Tools/Equipment Used:  Buffer, stripper, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, electric drill, hand tools, shampooer
• Posture:  Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion:  Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders, grasping, squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching, and overheard reaching
• Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis
• Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials; regularly work irregular hours, occasional prolonged hours.
• Mental Demands:  Maintain emotional control under stress