Custodian

MILTON AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT

POSITION TITLE: Custodian

POSITION REPORTS TO: Director of Facilities and Custodial Supervisor

QUALIFICATION/REQUIREMENTS: High School diploma or GED equivalent; Clearances in compliance with PA School Code, TB test results and pre-employment drug screening results; valid PA driver’s license.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-time, 12-month position. Specific work schedule based on assignment.

Under the direction of the Maintenance/Custodial Supervisor and Head Custodian, custodian will provide support at all locations, on all shifts, and on weekends as needed. As set by the board(250 days, 8 hours per day).

JOB GOAL: To maintain the buildings and grounds in a clean, safe, and secure condition so educational use may always be made of them.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Follows Personnel Policies and Safety Regulations.2. Participate in all training programs.3. Cooperates in all departmental safety requirements including but not limited to electrical lockout/tag-out procedures and personal protective equipment.4. Promote quality, accuracy, efficiency, safety, good housekeeping, care of equipment, and teamwork.5. Respond to employees, visitors, and general public in a personable manner to encourage goodwill feeling towards the Milton Area School District.6. Must be capable of working with minimal direct supervision.7. Capable to work in confined spaces and various climate conditions.8. Must have the ability to climb and perform work from ladders, scaffolding, catwalks, and/or any elevated or beneath common grade levels.9. Keeps all work areas organized, cleans equipment and tools; returns all items to proper storage areas.10. Monitors all tools and equipment for safe and proper operating condition.11. Maintain a professional appearance.12. Job requires the proper clean-up of vomit, blood, feces, urine and all bodily fluids.13. Specific responsibilities include: a. Clean and polish lighting and wall fixtures, wood and/or other surfaces and trim b. Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, libraries, cafeterias, auditoriums, gymnasiums, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms and to include all work areas assigned. c. Sweep, scrub, wax and polish floor. d. Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture and draperies. e. Dust furniture and equipment. f. Polish metalwork. g. Wash walls, ceiling, woodwork, windows, door panels and sills. h. Empty waste containers transport trash and waste to disposal area.

i. Replenish restroom supplies. j. Replace light bulbs. k. Grounds keeping; cut grass, perform minor arborist duties and litter pickup. l. Shovel snow. m. Deliver packages and materials. n. Transport equipment or tools throughout the building. o. Set up equipment, tables and chairs where needed. p. Maintain building security at all times. q. Maintain current knowledge in those areas related to the performance of job duties, including matters dealing with safety regulations and procedures.15. Conduct general maintenance repairs and installations maintaining furniture and building structures.16. Perform any other duties assigned by Maintenance/Custodial Supervisor, Head Custodian or

Business Administrator.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently walking and standing and may frequently bend or twist at the neck and back. Specific vision abilities required by this job include peripheral vision and close vision such as to read typewritten material and computer monitors. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The job requires considerable physical stamina because of the demanding role in the performance of the duties. The employee must have the ability to speak clearly and distinctly, to operate a variety of manual and power equipment including lawn mowers, and various hand tools. The employee must have the ability to use computer technology, to write reports and handle some correspondence, and to appropriately handle confidential information. The employee must interact with staff and public in a courteous and professional manner.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those and employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The employee may be asked to work outside the building in all months of the year, encountering heat, rain, wind and cold conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and other staff. The employee is directly responsible for the safety and well-being of the students and staff.

PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS: Offers highest level of problem solving skills to influence overall efficiency and improvement of productivity.

MENTAL DEMANDS: Steady response to unpredictable situations. Demonstrates independent judgment and discretion. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this

position. The individuals currently holding this position perform additional duties and additional duties may be assigned.

Approved/Revised: 03/17/2015; 02/20/18; 10/20/2020

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.00 - $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Milton, PA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Multiple Locations