26 Assistant Custodian

It is essential that all employees of Pueblo School District 60 understand our mission is to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge skills and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact. Employees support the community and thrive in connecting with our students by embracing the core values of the district which state:

• We believe that the success of every student is our most important commitment.
• We believe that collaboration and engagement with our community parents staff and students are essential to our success.
• We believe that we must act with integrity celebrate diversity and promote equity.
• We believe that each individual must be treated with dignity and respect.
• We believe that the social and emotional well being of our students is as important as their academic needs.
• We believe that it is our responsibility to provide a safe positive and supportive environment for our students and staff
• We believe that our community heritage traditions and history should inform our response to future student and district needs.

As we embrace these values and consider their impact we will achieve our vision of being a high performing school district that inspires community confidence. Each employee plays a part and that contribution should bring us closer to helping each student achieve their dreams.


Job Title: Assistant Custodian
Work Year: 261 days
Department: Facilities
Reports To: Head Custodian/Custodial Foreman
Salary Range: Custodian ï½ ACME Salary Schedule
Benefits: Fringe Benefits based on ACME Negotiated Agreement
Status: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS:
The primary responsibility of the Custodian is to maintain clean and disinfect all areas of a facility including classrooms offices locker rooms gymnasiums and surrounding areas. Work requires the exercise of a high degree of initiative a positive attitude sound judgment and discretion in the performance of these duties.

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 skill and/or ability required. The physical demands work environment factors and mental functions described below 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.

REQUIRED:

• Reliable transportation
• Ability to pass District designated post-offer lift test
• Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing using proper grammar and vocabulary
• Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of hire

PREFERRED:

• Previous school district experience preferred

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Basic arithmetic skills
• Ability to communicate interact and work effectively and cooperatively with all people including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace follow safety rules practice safe work habits utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate supervisor or administrator
• Be honest and trustworthy
• Demonstrate sound work ethic
• Operating knowledge of basic custodial equipment
• Ability to safely measure and mix chemicals

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following statements of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level or work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position. This organization believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited to assigned responsibilities. Therefore this position description is designed to define primary duties qualifications and job scope but should not limit the incumbent nor the organization to the work identified. It is our expectation that every employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the Districts/departments goals. Actual duties responsibilities frequency and percentages may vary depending upon building assignments and other factors.

• Disinfect rinse dust sweep mop graffiti removal scrub buff and wax entire facility including but not limited to classrooms restrooms hallways stairwells common areas offices cafeteria gymnasium media center locker rooms auditoriums stages and custodial offices and storage areas. Secure interior doors and turn out lights
• Check restroom supplies and supply/replace supplies (toilet tissue hand towels soap deodorizers etc.) as needed
• Inspect facility and grounds for safety issues and debris
• Notify head custodian or administrator of hazardous or harmful situations
• Provide information to parents facility visitors and staff
• Assist with staff public students teachers and community groups authorized to use the building during assigned shift
• Set up/tear down furniture and equipment for special events. Includes setting up cleaning up locking/unlocking areas for access and supporting individuals using building areas
• Change and replace damaged ceiling tiles light bulbs and change HVAC filters as scheduled
• Assist with cleaning outside of buildings; remove debris and gravel; clean outside windows doors and lighting and clean exterior building gutters and roof drains
• Submit work order requests for building repairs
• Remove trash/debris from facility and grounds
• Remove snow and ice from sidewalks
• Bring flag indoors in the evening if applicable
• Provide clean-up for body spills
• Perform special cleaning and renovation projects
• Perform seasonal summer and project cleaning as planned and assigned by Head Custodian and Custodial Foreman
• Safely measure and mix chemicals
• Respond to emergency or critical incidents in order to confine resolve and/or prevent environmentally hazardous conditions
• Safely and proficiently operate large cleaning equipment

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Perform any and all other duties as assigned by the Head Custodian Principal or Custodial Foreman
• Be willing to cover Head Custodian position

The physical demands work environment factors and mental functions described below 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: Every facilities employee must be able to pass a lift test required by the District. While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel. The work requires the use of telephone and using fingers to operate computer keyboards. The employee is continually hearing and speaking to exchange information. The employee is required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop kneel crouch or crawl.

In a 7.5-hour workday this job requires:
R ï½ Rarely (Less than .5 hr per day) O ï½ Occasionally (.5 ï½ 2.5 hrs per day)
F ï½ Frequently (2.5 ï½ 5.5 hrs per day) C ï½ Continually (5.5-7.5 hrs per day)
NA ï½ Not Applicable

WORKING CONDITIONS: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but a custodian may be exposed to very loud noises that can damage hearing without proper protection. The Custodian may work inside and outside in all different weather conditions including extreme cold and extreme heat. The Custodian may be exposed to unpleasant sights and smells. He/she may at times be exposed to dangerous and/or toxic substances and must take necessary precautions to protect eyes nose and skin from irritation and infection. Regularly exposed to the possibility of receiving cuts and serious injuries and risk of electrical shock while performing work using power tools

Instructions for Applying:

All applicants interested in and qualified for the posted position must submit an online application. Applications that are incomplete and/or not submitted will not be forwarded to the hiring administrator for review. The following will need to be uploaded with the application: current resume and any other materials requested on the application to verify that individuals are eligible.

Please note: If hireda new hire packet will be emailed and must be completed prior to processing. Fingerprints will be required for all employees of Pueblo School District 60 prior to your processing date.

Pueblo School District No. 60 does not discriminate on the basis of race creed color sex sexual orientation gender identity/expression marital status national origin religion ancestry age disability need for special education services genetic information pregnancy or childbirth status or other status protected by law in admission access to treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities. Additionally a lack of English language skills is not a barrier to admission or participation in activities. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of Student Support Services Andrew Burns Title IXCoordinator/Compliance Officer for complaints. This individual can be located at 315 West 11th Street Pueblo Colorado 81003 . Inquiries about Title IX can be directed to Pueblo School District No. 60s Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officernamed herein; the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education at ; or both. Complaint procedures have been established for students parents employees and members of the public. (Policy AC AC-R-1AC-R-2 AC-E-1AC-E-2 AC-E-3).

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