A.S.P.I.R.E. After School Custodian @ HH Beam Elementary

Gaston County Schools•Gastonia, NC

16d

About The Position

The After School Custodian performs manual cleaning and building-maintenance activities according to established practices and schedules, and controls building heating and air-conditioning equipment as needed. Work is supervised by the Site Coordinator, Program Director, or another designee and reviewed through inspections, observations, work reviews, discussions, feedback, and completion of tasks. The role requires timely completion of site assignments and may include indoor and outdoor cleaning, grounds maintenance, deliveries, equipment upkeep, and building opening or closing duties. Some custodial experience or equivalent training and experience is preferred. The position is classified as non-exempt. Applicants offered a position must pass a health exam, criminal records check, and drug test.

Requirements

Some custodial experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, is preferred.
General knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment, and the physical ability to use cleaning equipment such as floor strippers, waxers, and power buffers.
General knowledge of routine maintenance requirements for bathrooms, offices, and classrooms.
Working knowledge of tools and equipment used in routine cleaning.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision after learning the job.
Ability and knowledge to operate lawn equipment, including weed-eaters, riding mowers, and hedge trimmers.
Ability to work with others and communicate effectively with school administrators, staff, supervisors, students, employees, and the public.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions, identify cleaning needs, and select appropriate methods and supplies.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to read, write, keep records, and perform simple calculations.
Ability to prepare timesheets and maintenance reports using the prescribed format.
Ability to perform very heavy work: exert more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, more than 50 pounds frequently, and/or more than 20 pounds constantly to lift objects.
Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions.
Physical ability to operate vacuum cleaners, carpet shampooers, brooms, mops, and lawn equipment such as weed-eaters, riding mowers, hedge trimmers, and leaf blowers.
Must not be restricted from climbing ladders.
Must pass a required health exam, criminal records check, and drug test if offered a position.

Nice To Haves

High school graduation or equivalent is preferred.
Knowledge of basic methods, supplies, and tools used in custodial work is preferred.
Two years of experience in cleaning methods and equipment used in cleaning and maintaining the appearance of buildings is preferred.

Responsibilities

Clean and maintain buildings and grounds according to established practices and schedules.
Perform independent unskilled and semi-skilled maintenance tasks, deliver supplies and equipment, and report equipment maintenance or repair needs.
Complete site assignments in a timely manner.
Load and unload trucks; clean and sanitize spaces and equipment; perform general warehouse and equipment-transport duties as needed.
Verify deliveries against invoices or work orders, place delivered items, and deliver supplies to staff as assigned.
Maintain equipment according to schedule and ensure assigned equipment has sufficient fuel, oil, and other necessary fluids.
Sweep, mop, vacuum, strip, wax, and buff floors.
Clean restrooms and replenish paper supplies and soap.
Clean windows, walls, woodwork, blinds, and light fixtures; dust and clean desks and other furniture.
Empty trash and place recyclable materials in designated receptacles.
Sweep sidewalks and walkways, pick up grounds debris, and shovel snow or apply de-icing compounds as necessary.
Replace burned-out light bulbs.
Clean up after students in all situations.
Raise and lower flags at the start and end of the workday.
As needed, open and secure buildings, turn lights on or off, and adjust heating or air conditioning.
Arrange furniture for meetings or other events as needed.
Maintain effective working relationships with administrators, staff, coworkers, students, and the public.
Prepare timesheets and maintenance reports in the prescribed format.
Perform other duties as assigned.