Chief Roving Custodian (600am-230pm)

JOB SUMMARY
This Operations-based position provides coverage during periods of absenteeism of school-based staff and/or support during emergency situations. Work involves responsibility for maintaining proper sanitary and operating standards for each school facility or satellite office. Work is repetitive and is performed according to schedules and instructions. This position is considered essential personnel for emergency situations including inclement weather conditions. Management reserves the right to limit the use of annual leave during mission essential timeframes.

Additional Work Days/Hours
Based on the assignment the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed:

• Ability to work flexible schedules
• Emergencies
• Extended hours
• Holidays
• Outside of normal business hours
• Shift work

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates the heating air conditioning and ventilation equipment within the school in a safe and efficient manner and to provide a comfortable interior climate within established guidelines.
• Inspects facilities and grounds to assure the maintenance of safety sanitary and security standards are met daily.
• Opens closes and locks buildings and gates or assigns tasks to responsible subordinate.
• Participates in general cleaning of building including high dusting cleaning light fixtures and air vents and replacing lamps fluorescent tubes and ceiling tiles.
• Makes minor maintenance repairs and/or adjustments such as cleaning clogged plumbing fixtures and replacing electric bulbs fuses and ballasts.
• Performs preventive maintenance on all equipment as assigned.
• Oversees and participates in the snow removal program.
• Maintains records of area inspections inventory and equipment maintenance.
• Assists in developing custodian work schedules and floor plans as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required.
• Technical or Vocational School Beyond High School in a skilled industrial or construction trade preferred.

Experience

• Three (3) years professional cleaning building equipment service or operator experience required.
• supervisory and/or heating and cooling equipment experience preferred.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge skills and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the employee to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Knowledge Skills Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Ability to train on the following i.e. Right to Know Law Asbestos Awareness Blood Borne Pathogens general cleaning equipment and chemicals.
• Ability to operate and maintain custodial and grounds equipment.
• Ability to safely use and operate genie lift; training provided if necessary.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Ability to employ business technology tools (e.g. E-mail AACPS Intranet electronic benefits enrollment tool Microsoft Office Suite etc.).
• Provides basic hand tools.

Language Requirements

• Bilingual in English and Spanish native or near native preferred.

Licenses and Certifications
Employee must retain active licenses certifications and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• In lieu of completing the course above and/or passing the course test 4th Grade Stationary Engineer License issued by Maryland Board of Stationary Engineers required.
• Successful completion of Leadership Training or Certificate Course issued by AACPS or equivalent outside course required; or
• First available after appointment Leadership Training or Certificate Course issued by AACPS or equivalent outside course required.
• Successful completion of Introduction to School Facilities Boiler Plant Safety & Procedures Certificate issued by AACPS or equivalent outside course
• Consideration will be given to candidates who can achieve a passing grade on Introduction to School Facilities Boiler Plant Safety & Procedures Certificate issued by AACPS or equivalent outside course
• Hold or be eligible for Drivers License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required.
• Proof of a good driving record required.
• Daily access to reliable transportation.

Driving Requirements

• Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position.
• Personal Vehicle

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• Lead Worker

People Lead

• This position acts as the lead for 1 to 5 direct staff.
• This position acts as the lead for indirect staff.

Lead Worker Duties/Responsibilities

• Trains employees.
• Directs the work of employees.
• Maintains production/sales records.
• Provides feedback to assist the supervisors assessment of the employees performance.
• Plans the work.
• Instructs employees in specific techniques and technical methods to use.
• Performs same type of work as employees the Lead Worker is assigned to lead.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Standing: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Walking: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Sitting: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Using hands to handle or feel: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Pinching (fine motor skills): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Wrist deviation: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Keyboarding: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Pushing: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Pulling: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Reaching (with hands and/or arms): between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Climbing (Ascend/Descend): between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Balancing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Stooping: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Kneeling: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Crouching: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Crawling: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Bending: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Twisting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Squatting: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Talking: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Hearing: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Smelling: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Repetitive Motions: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision
The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• No special vision requirements

Work Environment
Location

• Office school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Outdoor environment: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Street environment (near moving traffic): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Confined space: under 1/3 percent of the time

Exposure

• Outdoor weather conditions: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Work near moving mechanical parts: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Work in high precarious places: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time up to 40 feet on a vertical ladder/scaffolding
• Fumes or airborne particles: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Toxic or caustic chemicals substances or waste: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Risk of electrical shock: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Vibration: under 1/3 percent of the time

Noise Level

• Moderate: under 1/3 percent of the time

Weight & Force
Lifting and carrying requirements

• Up to 50 pounds: under 1/3 percent of the time

Travel Requirements

• N/A

Employee Safety Statements

• The employee is required to use safety devices and protective equipment in order to minimize the frequency and severity of work-related accidents.
• Adheres to safe practices and methods in the operation of equipment and supplies related to the job.
• The employee is responsible for correcting and/or reporting any conditions within an AACPS building or grounds that may be hazardous to employees and students.

JOB INFORMATION

ORGANIZATION

HR JOB INFORMATION

VR# 26057

Required Experience:

Chief