BASIC FUNCTION:As needed/called by the district. 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.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
- 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 venetian 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.
- Let appropriate personnel know if supplies are out/low 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.
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.
- Inspect and assure the security of facilities during assigned shift.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Walk bend lift push and stand for extended periods of time.
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.