Custodian 10 month

2 weeks ago

Fairhope, United States Alabama Department of Education Full time
Job Title - Custodian

Supervised by/Reports to: Principal, Building and Grounds Manager and/or Environmental Services Coordinator or Foreman

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Job Goals:
  • To provide excellent custodial and facilities operation services to ensure clean, safe, well-maintained, comfortable and efficient educational and work environments for students and personnel of the Baldwin County schools.
  • To assist supervisors and school system administrators in the diagnosis, prevention, and correction of facilities problems or unsafe conditions.
  • To assist with the effective management of school system equipment, fiscal and material resources, personnel, and properties.

Qualifications:
  1. High school diploma or GED preferred.
  2. Ability to meet the suitability criteria for employment and/or certification licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457.
  3. Demonstrated skills using standard tools, equipment, materials, methods, and practices of the maintenance trade.
  4. Demonstrated knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in cleaning furniture, floors, walls, windows, light fixtures, and plumbing fixtures and in making routine repairs.
  5. Ability to carry out verbal and written instructions and demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.
  6. Ability to read and follow plans, directions, and lay-outs for maintenance projects.
  7. Ability to prioritize tasks.
  8. Ability to make estimates of time and material needed for efficient project completion.
  9. Ability to work in locations involving heights or confined spaces; to work indoors and outdoors year-round in noisy, crowed environments, and inclement weather.
  10. Ability to climb and work from scaffolding, ladders, and heights.
  11. Ability to engage in prolonged standing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, bending, turning and reaching.
  12. Strength and agility to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
  13. Ability to exert up to 75 pounds of force.
  14. Ability to effectively perform simultaneous projects and initiatives while meeting multiple deadlines.
  15. High level of personal initiative and ability to work without close supervision.
  16. Ability and willingness to work after hours, weekends, shift work or holidays if necessary.
  17. Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance.
  18. Such alternative qualifications to those listed as the Board may require.
Performance Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
  1. Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, goals and priorities.
  2. Provides services to ensure a safe, secure and healthy work and learning environment at the school.
  3. Demonstrates a sound working knowledge of methods, materials and equipment used in cleaning floors, walls, windows, light fixtures and plumbing fixtures.
  4. Performs custodial work that ensures an efficient and effective balance between operation and preventive custodial services for the schools.
  5. Scrubs, mops, waxes, and polishes floors according to established schedules and procedures.
  6. Demonstrates skill, safety, and knowledge when operating equipment and using materials to care for lawns, plants, floors, furniture, and fixtures.
  7. Uses proper safety equipment as appropriate when performing maintenance duties.
  8. Stores, uses, and disposes of chemicals, cleaners, and products efficiently, safely, and in accordance with established procedures and instructions.
  9. Delivers supplies to offices and classrooms.
  10. Moves, sets up, re-arranges, or removes furniture as directed.
  11. Ensures that debris is picked up, restrooms are cleaned, floors are swept and mopped, garbage receptacles are emptied, fixtures and furnishings are dusted, and facilities are made sanitary, safe, and attractive according to established schedules and industry standards.
  12. Follows an effective program of grounds-keeping and grass cutting for assigned outdoor areas and school properties according to assigned schedule.
  13. Assists in regular, routine inspection of buildings and grounds for safety hazards, repairs, or service and reports needs or solves issues according to established school system procedures.
  14. Follows established guidelines for dealing with emergency repair problems with efficiency.
  15. Maintains and reports inventory of materials and supplies as needed and reports need for additional supplies and equipment for purchase to supervisor(s); includes supplies for bathroom tissue, hand towels, cleaners, deodorizers, and other necessary materials and supplies.
  16. Cooperates with other school system staff members in maintaining high standards in the maintenance program.
  17. Follows written and verbal instructions and communicates effectively with others (custodial staff, vendors, school staff, students, parents, community members).
  18. Uses effective collaboration skills to work as an effective team member.
  19. Engages in professional growth, ongoing training, and demonstrates professional ethics.
  20. Engages in required orientations, trainings, safety instruction, and meetings as required for effective job performance and/or advancement.
  21. Performs duties in a courteous and professional manner.
  22. Maintains appropriate confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
  23. Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems and/or opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility.
  24. Reports potential problems, unusual events, or work irregularities to appropriate administrative or supervisory personnel.
  25. Responds to inquiries, requests, constructive feedback, concerns and/or complaints in a timely and positive manner.
  26. Maintains and submits reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.
  27. Properly uses and cares for tools, equipment, and material resources of the school system and effectively supervises and monitors others in the care, maintenance, and use of tools, equipment, and inventory.
  28. Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local regulations.
  29. Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures.
  30. Performs other job-related duties as assigned by principal and/or supervisor(s).

Terms of Employment: Ten- or twelve-month position with the Board's salary schedule.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the Baldwin County Board of Education policy on evaluation of classified personnel.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities as needed.

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