Full-Time Custodian (1st Shift)

CLASS TITLE: CUSTODIAN (220 day or 240 day)

JOB CLASS CODE: 7609/8608

REPORTS TO: School Principal or Designee

EXEMPT STATUS: NonExempt

Approved: November 16 2020

BASIC FUNCTION:

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 classroom white boards 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.
• 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 walkways 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.

• Maintains regular attendance. It is an essential job function that all employees report to work.

• 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 assigned 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.
• Inspect and assure the security of facilities during assigned shift.
• Walk bend lift push and stand for extended periods of time.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Work cooperatively with others.

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.

• Work is performed with standing sitting and/or walking
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech vision and hearing
• Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations
• Requires bending squatting crawling climbing reaching
• Requires the ability to lift carry push or pull heavy weights up to approximately 100 pounds.
• Requires activities involving being around moving machinery exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity and exposure to dust fumes and gases.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

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