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

Gaston County Schools•Gastonia, NC

15d•Onsite

About The Position

The After School Custodian performs manual cleaning and building-maintenance activities according to established practices and schedules, and may control heating and air-conditioning equipment. The employee carries out assignments at the site, including custodial work, grounds maintenance, delivery and placement of supplies, and routine care of equipment. 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 general knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, tools, and equipment; the ability to work independently after learning the job; and the ability to communicate and maintain effective working relationships with school personnel, students, coworkers, and the public. Work takes place indoors and outdoors and may involve extreme temperatures, noise, equipment-related hazards, and exposure to gases, oils, and fumes. Applicants offered a position must pass a required health examination, criminal records check, and drug test.

Requirements

General knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment, and physical ability to use cleaning equipment.
General knowledge of routine maintenance requirements for bathrooms, offices, and classrooms.
Working knowledge of routine cleaning tools and equipment.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision after learning the job.
Ability to operate lawn equipment such as a weed-eater, riding mower, and hedge trimmer.
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 address them using appropriate methods and supplies.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to read, write, keep records, and perform simple calculations.
Ability to prepare timesheets and maintenance reports in the prescribed format.
Ability to perform very heavy work: exerting over 100 pounds of force occasionally, over 50 pounds frequently, and over 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 including weed-eaters, riding mowers, hedge trimmers, and leaf blowers.
Must not be restricted from climbing ladders.
If offered a position, must pass a required health examination, criminal records check, and drug test.

Nice To Haves

High school graduation or equivalent.
Knowledge of basic custodial methods, supplies, and tools.
Two years of experience in cleaning methods and equipment used for cleaning and maintaining the appearance of buildings.
Some experience in custodial work, or an equivalent combination of training and experience providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

Clean and maintain buildings and grounds according to established practices and schedules.
Perform unskilled and semi-skilled maintenance tasks, deliver supplies and equipment, and report needed equipment maintenance or repairs.
Complete assignments at the site in a timely manner.
Load and unload trucks; clean and sanitize spaces and equipment; perform general warehouse duties and transport equipment as required.
Verify delivery orders against invoices or work orders, place delivered items, and deliver supplies to staff as assigned.
Maintain equipment according to schedule and maintain required fuel, oil, and other 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 furniture.
Empty trash receptacles and place recyclable materials in designated receptacles.
Sweep sidewalks and walkways, pick up debris, and shovel snow or apply de-icing compounds as necessary.
Replace burned-out light bulbs and clean up after students in all situations.
Raise and lower flags at the beginning 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 administration, staff, and coworkers.
Prepare timesheets and maintenance reports in the prescribed format.
Perform other duties as assigned.