CustodianMaintenance Technician

CUSTODIAN/MAINTENANCE

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB CLASSIFICATION:

Classified Non-Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:

Educational Level:

High school degree or GED.

Certification or Licensure:

Must maintain at all times during employment an unrestricted motor vehicle operators license and a satisfactory driving record that meets requirements of Board policy.

Experience Desired:

Custodial and maintenance experience preferred.

Employee Characteristics:

Cooperation

Attention to Detail

Dependability

Integrity

Concern for Others

Self-Control

Stress Tolerance

Adaptability/Flexibility

Independence

Initiative

Collaboration

Confidentiality

DEPARTMENT:

Administration

REPORTS TO:

Chief Administrator

REQUIRED RESPONSIBILITIES AND JOB TASKS:

1. Monitor building security and safety by performing walk-throughs with the Chief Administrator or designee.
2. Perform basic repairs (e.g. light bulbs door hardware plumbing fixtures paint touch-ups).
3. Conduct routine inspections of building systems (HVAC lighting plumbing) and report issues.
4. Monitor building grounds for upkeep including snow/ice removal or minor landscaping as needed.
5. Assist with preventative maintenance tasks and coordinate with outside contractors when necessary.
6. Service clean and supply restrooms.
7. Gather and empty trash.
8. Clean building floors by sweeping mopping scrubbing or vacuuming them.
9. Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
10. Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions according to specifications.
11. Notify supervisors concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
12. Requisition supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
13. Clean windows glass partitions and mirrors using soapy water or other cleaners sponges and squeegees.
14. Spot clean carpets.
15. Set up arrange and remove decorations tables chairs ladders and scaffolding to prepare facilities for events such as meetings conferences and workshops.
16. Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.
17. Dust furniture walls machines and equipment.
18. Move heavy furniture equipment and supplies either manually or by using carts or hand lifts.
19. Remove snow from sidewalks driveways and parking areas using snow shovels snow blower and spread snow melting chemicals.
20. Clean equipment such as glassware and metal instruments using solvents brushes rags and power cleaning equipment.
21. Spray insecticides when necessary.
22. Mow and trim lawns and shrubbery using mowers and hand and power trimmers and clear debris from grounds.
23. Develop and maintain a positive professional rapport with co-workers students and patrons who visit the building.
24. Adhere to the code of ethics for non-certificated staff. The Custodian must serve as a positive role model for staff and students.
25. Perform other tasks or duties as assigned by the Administrator Business Manager Special Education Director or Special Education Administrative Assistant.

TECHNOLOGY EXPECTATIONS:

1. Basic computer skills
2. Word processing (Microsoft Office)
3. Calendaring system
4. Google Drive
5. Email applications
6. Messages
7. Accountability software
8. Internet Browsers
9. Internet search engines
10. Electronic and print copyright
11. LINQ - employee portal

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Public Safety and SecurityKnowledge of relevant equipment policies procedures and strategies to promote effective local state or national security operations for the protection of people data property and institutions.
2. ChemistryUses of chemicals and their interactions danger signs production techniques and disposal methods.
3. MechanicalKnowledge of machines and tools including their designs uses repair and maintenance.
4. Building and ConstructionKnowledge of materials methods and the tools involved in minor repairs.
5. Equipment SelectionDetermining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
6. Time ManagementManaging ones own time and the time of others.
7. Equipment MaintenancePerforming routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
8. InstructingTeaching others how to do something.
9. Judgment and Decision MakingConsidering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
10. Trunk StrengthThe ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without giving out or fatiguing.
11. Extent FlexibilityThe ability to bend stretch twist or reach with your body arms and/or legs.
12. Static StrengthThe ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift push pull or carry objects.
13. VisionFar and Near Vision: The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer) and to see details at a distance.
14. Inspecting Equipment Structures or MaterialInspecting equipment structures or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. This includes inspecting facilities to determine repair or replacement needs.
15. Performing General Physical ActivitiesPerforming physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body such as climbing lifting balancing walking stooping and handling of materials. This includes applying cleaning solvents arranging decorations or furniture for banquets or social functions cleaning or waxing floors cleaning rooms or work areas maintaining physical building or grounds of property moving or fitting heavy objects painting walls or other structural surfaces.
16. Handling and Moving ObjectsUsing hands and arms in handling installing positioning and moving materials and manipulating things.
17. Communicating with Supervisors Peers or SubordinatesProviding information to supervisors co-workers and subordinates by telephone in written form e-mail or in person. This includes attending staff meetings.
18. Organizing Planning and Prioritizing WorkDeveloping specific goals and plans to prioritize organize and accomplish your work.
19. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal RelationshipsDeveloping constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintaining them over time.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The essential functions of the Custodian position include: (1) regular dependable attendance on the job; (2) the ability to perform the identified tasks and to possess and utilize the identified knowledge skills and abilities to perform the identified work activities; and (3) the ability to perform the following identified physical requirements:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Never

0%

Occasional 1-32%

Frequent

33-66%

Constant

67%

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Reaching/Pushing/Pulling

X

Manual Dexterity Activities

X

Climbing Stairs

X

Driving

X

Lifting 50 Pounds

Lifting 200 Pounds

X

X

Carrying 20 Feet

X

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. Inside offices and throughout the school buildings.
2. Exposure to weather conditions.
3. Exposure to chemicals and solvents.

It is the policy of ESU 7 to not discriminate on the basis of sex disability race (including skin color hair texture and protective hairstyles) color religion military and veteran status national or ethnic origin age marital status pregnancy childbirth or related medical condition gender identity or sexual orientation or other protected status in its educational programs admission policies employment policies or other administered programs. Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Chief Administrator. This position is subject to a veterans preference for those who qualify. Please see the policy at .

Required Experience:

IC