Custodian

POSITION TITLE: CUSTODIAN REPORTS TO: HEAD CUSTODIAN
OVER-TIME STATUS: NON-EXEMPT PAY RANGE: 101

JOB SUMMARY:
The primary function of a Custodian is to ensure the proper upkeep/maintenance of assigned area within a facility. The custodian is expected to follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in regards to cleaning and performance. This position follows all directives given by Lead Custodian Head Custodian Zone Supervisor and/or Facilities Coordinator.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Cleans school building interiors and exteriors
• Sweeps vacuums strips buffs waxes deep scrubs or dust mops assigned floor areas
• Removes trash from building and places in appropriate dumpster/receptacle
• Cleans and sanitizes restrooms including toilets mirrors wash basins urinals commodes slop sinks restroom walls and stall walls
• Fills tissue soap and paper towel dispensers daily
• Dusts desks furniture walls windowsills and other woodwork
• Washes walls in hallways/corridors of facility
• Dusts all blinds/curtains cleans all windows/glass paneling in facility
• Cleans water fountains
• Polices exterior of building daily for litter debris and graffiti
• Moves furniture as required
• Minor painting as required
• Cleans and maintains all storage areas and equipment
• Secures windows and classroom doors daily
• Performs other related tasks as required.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

There are frequent interruptions changing priorities heavy duty lifting extensive walking and occasional work in inclement weather (rain snow sleet hail etc.). Work may require climbing reaching bending pushing pulling and repetitive motions of hands fingers arms and legs. Work may require climbing stairs/metal grate flooring. There is exposure to various amounts of dust and dirt bodily waste (i.e. urine and feces) obnoxious odors cleaning chemicals heights (on occasion in excess of 72) potential electrical hazards and use of heavy duty high powered
cleaning equipment.

Custodial work requires the exertion of up to 20-40 pounds of force occasionally up to 15 pounds frequently and a reasonable amount of force daily to move objects; work requires stooping kneeling crouching reaching standing walking pushing pulling lift grasping and repetitive motions; visual accuracy is required for determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work; the custodian is subject to hazards and atmospheric conditions.

Knowledge of all standard cleaning procedures/methods materials and equipment. Knowledge of the proper operation of most commonly used cleaning equipment (i.e. buffers floor scrubbers wet vacs vacuums etc.) Ability to read and comprehend all verbal and/or written directives. Ability to use sound judgment and make independent decisions when necessary. Ability to effectively and tactfully communicate with coworkers school administration all levels of supervision students and parents as deemed necessary. Ability to effectively and tactfully communicate with students and parents if necessary.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Possession of a high school diploma or GED. Minimum six months experience in a custodial position one year preferred.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

All applicants please submit an on-line application along with copies of supporting credentials at Be sure to connect your application to the advertised position.

PORTSMOUTH PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER