Custodian

Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian Date Posted: 1/15/2024 Location: Converse County School District 2 Date Available: ASAP Closing Date: Open Until Filled Custodian 40 Hours/per week, 3:00pm-11:30pm M-F 260-262 Days/per year (12 Months) $14.92 /hour Purpose Statement The job of Custodian is done for the purpose/s of providing custodial services at assigned site; ensuring an attractive, sanitary, and safe environment for students, staff, and visitors; performing a variety of special cleaning operations; and assisting in preparing facilities for classroom activities and campus events. This job reports to Custodial Supervisor Essential Functions Assists with site snow removal as needed for the purpose of ensuring access and safety. Attends meetings (e.g. unit meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc.) for the purpose of gathering information required to perform job functions. Cleans assigned facilities (e.g. classrooms, offices, restrooms, pool, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe, and attractive environment. Cooperates other site staff (e.g. grounds, trades, teachers, etc.) for the purpose of completing site custodial activities. Delivers a variety of items as needed (e.g. supplies, mail, packages, furniture, etc.) for the purpose of distributing materials to the appropriate parties within site. Informs stakeholders (e.g. students, site personnel, visitors, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and direction regarding activities, safety issues, and proper maintenance of facilities and equipment. Monitors work areas (e.g. halls, multipurpose rooms, lunch room, restrooms, etc.) for the purpose of preventing injuries and ensuring site safety. Performs non-academic periods maintenance (e.g. floors stripping and waxing, furniture moving, painting, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring times when schools are not in session are properly utilized. Prepares site for daily operations (e.g. opening gates, raising flags, sweeping walkway, snow removal as needed, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring facilities are operational and hazard free. Replenishes classroom and rest room supplies (e.g. paper towels, soap, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring adequate quantities for daily use. Responds to inquiries from a variety of stakeholders (e.g. staff, students, parents, visitors, etc.) for the purpose of providing information, taking appropriate action, and directing to appropriate personnel for resolution. Responds to immediate safety and operational concerns (e.g. facility damage, vandalism, alarms, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action or notifying appropriate personnel for resolution. Secures facilities and grounds (e.g. doors, gates, alarms, lights, etc.) for the purpose of minimizing property damage, equipment loss, and potential liability. Other Functions Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit. Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating equipment used in industrial maintenance; and adhering to safety practices. KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read and follow instructions; and understand multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: methods of industrial cleaning; and safety practices and procedures. ABILITY is required to schedule activities; collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with specific, job-related data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; meeting deadlines and schedules; working as part of a team; working flexible schedule including assigned weekend hours; and working with constant interruptions. Responsibility Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; providing information and/or advising others; operating within a defined budget. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization's services. Work Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and balancing, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 45% walking, and 45% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness. Experience: Job related experience is desired. Education: No specific education level is required. Required Testing None Specified Certificates and Licenses None Specified Continuing Educ. / Training None Specified Clearances Criminal Background Clearance FLSA Status Non Exempt