Custodial SubstitutePAF#1271517

EL MONTE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICTPOSITION DESCRIPTIONPosition: Custodian I Department:Custodial Department FLSA:Non-ExemptReports To: Head Custodian Pay Grade:9SUMMARYPerforms routine custodial and grounds cleanup at school and related CHARACTERISTICSThis is the first level in the Custodial series requiring some prior experience but no formal training. Advancement to Custodian II or higher positions will require completion of the Districts probation period (at least 1 year on the job) a demonstrated ability to function independently with general instructions or work orders and the ability to perform light maintenance. ESSENTIAL TYPES OF DUTIES (Examples)Sweeps scrubs mops washes and polishes floors. Washes windows counters and walls. Vacuums rugs and carpets. Dusts and polishes furniture and woodwork. Cleans chalkboards and erasers. Empties pencil and makes minor repairs to buildings and fixtures. Reports other repair and maintenance needs and assists others in making scrubs and disinfects restrooms. Polishes metal work cleans sinks mirrors and other restroom fixtures. Maintains various classroom and restroom supplies including paper towels soap toilet paper and related and cleans waste receptacles. Picks up paper. Picks up trash containers and empties into large move furniture and equipment set up meeting rooms classrooms and other school facilities for special meeting and events. Turns lights on and off. Unlocks and locks doors and gates. Washes walks and eating areas. Cleans drinking fountainsCheck doors windows and assigned area for vandalism. Reports safety sanitary and fire be required to perform the duties of Head Custodian on an infrequent other duties as assigned to accomplish the objectives of the and Skills: Requires general knowledge of the methods materials tools and equipment used in custodial care and routine facilities maintenance. Must have a good knowledge of work hazards and safety procedures. Requires some knowledge of chemical reactions. Abilities: Must be able to perform all of the essential duties of the position with limited supervision. Must be able to maintain tools and equipment in a working condition. Requires the ability to learn the layout and requirements of the assigned area. Requires the ability to perform routine maintenance tasks and to be able to determine when to refer more complex maintenance requirements to a supervisor. Must be able communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Must be able to follow oral and written directions. Physical Abilities: Requires the ability to walk bend stoop and perform repetitive arm and shoulder motions with moderate exertion. Must lift light to medium weight materials or equipment up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis over 50 pounds on an occasional basis. Requires the ability to operate and maneuver demanding equipment such as floor polishers carpet cleaners and extension window cleaners. Requires visual acuity and depth perception to operate equipment and read safety and/or Experience Reading and writing skills sufficient to perform duties and read and understand MSDS sheets required. Prior custodial experience and Certificates: Requires valid California Drivers License.