Custodian

TITLE: Custodian IC                                           

Job Summary: The job of "Custodian " is done for the purpose/s of maintaining an attractive, sanitary and safe facility; providing adequate arrangements for meetings, classroom activities and events; and minimizing property damage, loss and liability exposure, ensuring that assignments are completed in a safe, proper and timely manner and directing assigned custodians as necessary.

• Essential Job Functions:
  • Arranges furnishings and equipment for the purpose of providing adequate preparations for meetings, classroom activities and events.
  • Cleans school facilities (i.e. classrooms, offices, multipurpose rooms, biohazards, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment.
  • Delivers variety of items (e.g. supplies, mail, packages, furniture, etc.) for the purpose of distributing the materials to the appropriate parties.
  • Communicates necessary information to students, other site personnel, operations, and supervisor for the purpose of providing information regarding activities, scheduling, energy conservation, safety and/or proper maintenance of facilities.
  • Secures facilities and grounds for the purpose of minimizing property damage, loss and liability and ensuring safety at work site.
  • Directs and trains personnel as assigned for the purpose of maximizing the efficiency of the workforce and meeting shift requirements.
  • Procures and safely stores equipment, supplies and materials for the purpose of maintaining availability of required items and completing jobs efficiently.
  • Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
  • Maintains and repairs equipment (i.e. furniture, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, general mechanical areas, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that items are available and in safe working condition.
  • Supports school district policies and regulations in initiating, outlining and supervising building maintenance and improvement projects for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment.
  • Keeps the buildings and grounds in optimum operating condition and appearance through cleaning, repair and maintenance for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment.
  • Inspects the buildings daily at the beginning of the shift for a suitable learning environment, paying particular attention to the work performed by the day custodian, for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment.
  • Cleans, maintains, and operates major equipment in the building (i.e. the boiler) 
  • Is responsible for the general safety and fire safety conditions and procedures of the building, including playground equipment safety checks for the purpose of maintaining a safe environment.
  • Is responsible for the general security of the building, which may involve occasional off-duty hours because of vandalism or natural causes, for the purpose of maintaining a safe and attractive environment.
  • Maintains records (such as locker combinations, fire extinguisher checks, etc.) and makes changes as necessary for the purpose of providing accurate maintenance of safety and convenience in the building setting.
  • Reports for duty as required in the event of an emergency school closure for the purpose of maintaining a safe environment and providing appropriate protection for the facility.
  • Maintains a schedule, in conjunction with the building administration, of events for the purpose of ensuring that custodial needs are met.

• Other Job Functions:
  • Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

• Qualifications:
  • Experience Required:Prior job-related experience in school or institutional setting.
  • Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:
  • Skillsto use cleaning agents; supplies and equipment; perform basic math to calculate accurate dilution of cleaning agents. 
  • Knowledgeof methods and use of cleaning materials, equipment, and supplies, safe work practices. 
  • Abilitiesto stand for prolonged periods, follow oral and written instructions, adhere to safe work practices, work independently with minimal supervision, perform a variety of tasks, adjust to flexible assignments often with short notice, and communicate with students, staff and parents. Significant physical abilities include lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, stooping, reaching/handling, near/far visual acuity/depth perception.
  • Education Required: High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required:

            Oregon Fingerprint and Criminal Check clearance.

Work Shift: Monday through Friday, Location changes depending on District needs, 8 hrs per day, 6am - 2:30pm, 260 days per year, prorated on start date.