Job Details

PENDERGAST SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Custodian

EXEMPT: No

GRADE: 107

LOCATION: Maintenance Department

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 12-Month

REPORTS TO: Director of Maintenance

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.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• Social Security Card
• Proof of immunity to Measles and German Measles
• Valid picture ID
• Fingerprint/background clearance (upon employment)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Job-related experience

Such alternatives to the above required & preferred qualifications as the Superintendent/Designee may find appropriate and acceptable

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Arranges furnishings and equipment for the purpose of providing adequate preparations for meetings, classroom activities and events
2. Attends in-service training (e.g. new methods, equipment, blood-borne pathogens, etc.) for the purpose of receiving information on new or improved methods and/or equipment
3. Cleans school facilities (e.g. classrooms, offices, restrooms, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment
4. Evaluates situations (e.g. involving other staff, students, parents, the public, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution
5. Informs students, other site personnel and supervisor(s) for the purpose of providing information regarding activities, safety and/or proper maintenance of facilities
6. Inspects school site for the purpose of ensuring safety and cleanliness and identifying necessary repairs due to vandalism
7. Oversees general helper(s) for the purpose of maximizing the efficiency of the work force and meeting shift requirements
8. Prepares reports (e.g. work orders, requisitions, etc.) for the purpose of documenting information
9. Repairs various items (e.g. plumbing, irrigation, door locks, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that items are available and in safe working condition
10. Requests equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of items as needed to properly maintain facilities
11. Responds to emergency situations (e.g. injured students, broken windows, fights, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns
12. Secures facilities and grounds for the purpose of minimizing property damage, loss and/or liability and ensuring safety at work site
13. Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
14. Perform such other duties and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Superintendent/Designee

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Skills are required to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: utilizing equipment used in profession.

Knowledge is required to perform basic math, understand written procedures, write routine documents and speak clearly; and understand complex, multi-step oral and written instructions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: various position-specific information learned on-the-job.

Ability is required to schedule a significant number of activities, meetings and/or events; collate data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with specific, job-related data; and utilize plans. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is significant. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; communicating with diverse groups; and meeting deadlines and schedules.

RESPONSIBILITY:

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of significant resources from other work units is sometimes required to perform the job's functions. 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 some finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 5% sitting, 70% walking and 25% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and some hazardous conditions.