Assistant Head Custodian

Little Rock School District•Little Rock, AR

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Head Custodian's primary goal is to maintain the facility and grounds in a condition of operating excellence, cleanliness, and safety, ensuring the facility can be fully utilized for educational purposes at all times. This is a twelve (12) month (240 days) contract position with a specific pay grade and benefits package. The precise salary placement depends on education and experience. This position works eight (8) hours per day and is classified as Non-Exempt.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Meets all mandated health requirements.
A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
Complies with drug-free workplace rules.
Keeps current with technology and other workplace innovations that support job functions.
Self-directed and able to learn required skills for the position.
Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Must have the ability to work for the duration of the daily contracted time period, and to be physically present and at assigned work, with only infrequent unexcused absences, during the contract year.

Nice To Haves

Such alternatives and additions to the above qualifications may be deemed appropriate by the Superintendent.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may require.
Additional technical skills, knowledge, and abilities may be recommended by the immediate supervisor and approved by the Human Resources Director.

Responsibilities

Checks daily to find out if a school activity requires preparation or clean-up.
Communicates unresolved issues that arise during the work shift to the head custodian and/or other supervisors.
Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines/procedures.
Promotes a professional image of the school district.
Monitors building conditions during working hours.
Recognizes when problems may be developing (e.g., unusual odors, noises, leaks, etc.).
Immediately reports suspected problems and/or unsafe conditions.
Maintains clear routes to fire exits.
Performs custodial duties including disinfecting drinking fountains, regular removal of trash, cleaning floors, sanitizing toilet rooms, re-supplying toilet paper, towels, soap, etc., polishing furniture/woodwork, and washing windows.
Handles unexpected situations (e.g., ill children, spills, broken glass, etc.).
Follows approved safety procedures to clean up injuries involving chemicals, solvents, blood, body fluids, and/or body tissues.
Participates in occupational safety and health training programs as directed.
Cleans, moves, and arranges furnishings, supplies, and equipment as directed.
Anticipates needs and replenishes custodial supplies to avoid interrupting the regular work schedule.
Helps with the receipt of deliveries, unloads trucks, and stores supplies.
Complies with Fire, health, and safety regulations.
Ensures that custodial supplies are labeled and stored safely.
Promptly documents all injuries that require a medical referral.
Helps maintain the school grounds by picking up trash, removing graffiti, and removing snow, ice, and debris along sidewalks to public entrances as directed.
Reports student discipline problems, vandalism, or other related concerns to the head custodian and/or building principal.
Reports damaged or missing safety equipment (e.g., emergency lights, alarm systems, door closers/panic bars, ground fault protectors, etc.).
Acts responsibly to protect district equipment and property.
Takes appropriate action during adverse weather conditions.
Responds to building emergencies as requested.
Helps deal with unexpected circumstances or pressing district needs as directed.
Helps manage building security.
Assists rental groups as directed.
Directs visitors to the office.
Secures the building at the end of the workday.
Takes precautions to ensure safety.
Watches for conduct and situations that may indicate a problem.
Works with supervisors to manage or eliminate risk factors.
Keeps current and shares knowledge about advances in equipment technology.
Promotes a positive image of the housekeeping department.
Wears appropriate work attire and maintains a neat appearance.
Respects personal privacy.
Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
Participates in staff meetings and professional growth activities as directed.
Strives to develop rapport and serve as a positive role model for others.
Maintains a professional appearance.
Wears work attire appropriate for the position.