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Custodian (Day-Time Shift)

@ Madison County Schools
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Richmond, Kentucky, United States
$16-$20/hrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Maintain premises, Clean classrooms and facilities, Disinfect and sanitize surfaces
Requirements Summary:High school diploma or GED equivalent; 8 hours/day, 246 days/year; previous custodial experience not specified.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Cleaning equipment
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Job Description

This position is for 8 hours per day and 246 days per school year. Contract includes health benefits.


 


CLASS TITLE:  CUSTODIAN


REPORTS TO:  School Principal or Designee


EXEMPT STATUS:  Non-Exempt                          


APPROVED:  January 14, 2016- Order #2016-1720


 


BASIC FUNCTION: 


Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings, locker rooms and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition.


 


REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:




  • Perform routine custodial activities at assigned District school site; sweep, scrub, mop, wax and polish floors and vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops and other assigned work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets; glue and perform carpet stretching and repairs as assigned.




  • Clean classrooms, restrooms, showers, locker rooms, shops, cafeteria, offices and related facilities as assigned; sweep, mop and clean gymnasium floor as assigned; spot mop spills and remove gum and debris; monitor gym events to assure orderly behavior and to protect the building from damage; clean tables, chairs and floors after lunch periods as assigned.




  • Clean and disinfect drinking fountains, sinks, toilets, showers and urinals; clean mirrors, tile and windows.




  • Report safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate authority; report and recommend need for maintenance repairs to appropriate authority; maintain security of buildings; report suspicious or unauthorized individuals on campus; report infractions or rules to supervisor.




  • Wash windows and walls; clean chalkboards, trays and erasers and empty pencil sharpeners; assemble, move and arrange furniture, supplies and equipment in preparing classrooms and multi-purpose rooms for special events or meetings.




  • Clean venetian blinds, dust and polish furniture and woodwork and make minor, non-technical repairs as needed.




  • Lock and unlock doors and gates as appropriate; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; turn alarm system off in the morning and on in the evenings as directed.




  • Order supplies according to established guidelines and procedures.




  • Pick up and rake paper, trash and debris around school grounds and in buildings; sweep and clean walkways and entrances; dispose of trash according to established procedures; wash out trash cans and follow established sanitation procedures and standards.




  • Pack, unpack, load, receive and store books, supplies, materials and other items.




  • Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums, floor stripper, cleaning, buffer and polisher, carpet shampooer, scrubbers, high-pressure sprayer, manual and power sweepers and power blower as assigned.




  • Shovel, plow and sand walk and steps as directed.




  • Respond to emergency cleanups such as spills; maintain records of observed maintenance, repair needs and safety issues.




  • Participate in major summer cleaning projects as assigned.




  • Maintain regular attendance.




  • Perform related duties as assigned.


     


    KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:


     


          KNOWLEDGE OF:






  • Basic methods, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial work and routine maintenance.




  • Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.




  • Proper lifting techniques.


     


          ABILITY TO:






  • Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings, locker rooms and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition.




  • Use cleaning materials, equipment and methods according to pre-determined standards.




  • Learn and apply knowledge of the schedules, procedures and use of equipment and supplies used in custodial work.




  • Learn appropriate safety precautions and procedures.




  • Maintain tools and equipment signed in clean working order and provide proper security.




  • Perform minor non-technical repairs.




  • Observe and report need for maintenance and repair.




  • Perform heavy physical labor.




  • Understand and follow oral and written directions.




  • Meet schedules and time lines.




  • Communicate effectively with others.




  • Inspect and assure the security of facilities during assigned shift.




  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.




  • Walk, bend, lift, push and stand for extended periods of time.


     


    PHYSICAL DEMANDS




  • Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking.




  • Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing.




  • Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.




  • Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching.




  • Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull medium weights, up to 75 pounds




  • Requires activities involving being around moving machinery, exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, and exposure to dust, fumes and gases.




 


Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.


 


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:


Any combination equivalent to:  high school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate as required by Kentucky law.