Custodian

SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings locker rooms and adjacent grounds areas in a clean orderly and secure condition.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform routine custodial activities at assigned District school site; sweep scrub mop wax and polish floors and vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms offices workshops and other assigned work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets; glue and perform carpet stretching and repairs as assigned.
• Clean classrooms restrooms showers locker rooms shops cafeteria offices and related facilities as assigned; sweep mop and clean gymnasium floor as assigned; spot mop spills and remove gum and debris; monitor gym events to assure orderly behavior and to protect the building from damage; clean tables chairs and floors after lunch periods as assigned.
• Clean and disinfect drinking fountains sinks toilets showers and urinals; clean mirrors tile and windows.
• Report safety sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate authority; report and recommend need for maintenance repairs to appropriate authority; maintain security of buildings; report suspicious or unauthorized individuals on campus; report infractions or rules to supervisor.
• Wash windows and walls; clean chalkboards trays and erasers and empty pencil sharpeners; assemble move and arrange furniture supplies and equipment in preparing classrooms and multipurpose rooms for special events or meetings.
• Clean blinds dust and polish furniture and woodwork and make minor nontechnical repairs as needed.
• Lock and unlock doors and gates as appropriate; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; turn alarm system off in the morning and on in the evenings as directed.
• Requisition/order supplies according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Pick up and rake paper trash and debris around school grounds and in buildings; sweep and clean walkways and entrances; dispose of trash according to established procedures; wash out trash cans and follow established sanitation procedures and standards.
• Pack unpack load receive and store books supplies materials and other items.
• Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums floor stripper cleaning buffer and polisher carpet shampooer scrubbers highpressure sprayer manual and power sweepers and power blower as assigned.
• Shovel plow and sand walk and steps as directed.
• Respond to emergency cleanups such as spills; maintain records of observed maintenance repair needs and safety issues.
• Participate in major summer cleaning projects as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Basic methods materials tools and equipment used in custodial work and routine maintenance.
• Proper methods of storing equipment materials and supplies.
• Proper lifting techniques.
• Safe working methods and procedures.

ABILITY TO:

• Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings locker rooms and adjacent grounds areas in a clean orderly and secure condition.
• Use cleaning materials equipment and methods according to predetermined standards.
• Learn and apply knowledge of the schedules procedures and use of equipment and supplies used in custodial work.
• Learn appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
• Maintain tools and equipment signed in clean working order and provide proper security.
• Perform minor nontechnical repairs.
• Observe and report need for maintenance and repair.
• Perform heavy physical labor.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Communicate effectively with others; orally and in writing.
• Inspect and assure the security of facilities during assigned shift.
• Walk bend lift push and stand for extended periods of time.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions.

• Persons performing service in this position classification will exert 50 to 75 pounds of force frequently to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects.
• Must have adequate range of motion in the upper extremities.
• This type of work may involve ascending and descending ladders stairs scaffolding and ramps and will involve walking or standing for extended periods.
• Exposure to hot cold wet humid or windy conditions caused by weather may occasionally be experienced.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law.