Five-Hour Custodial Worker - Akron Public Schools

City of Akron•Akron, OH

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This is routine custodial and housekeeping work in Akron Public Schools. The employee cleans school buildings daily and prepares facilities for the next school day for teachers, students, and visitors. The position also involves maintaining school grounds and performing applicable custodial duties. The employee is responsible for the cleanliness and upkeep of facilities, including cleaning and sanitizing classrooms, restrooms, locker rooms, lounges, and other areas; caring for custodial equipment and materials; and performing routine maintenance and minor repairs. The role includes interacting appropriately with supervisors, staff, students, parents, and the public; maintaining required records and reports; and following safety procedures and safeguarding confidential information. This is a classified position. Selection is through a competitive examination, with education and experience credit available to candidates who achieve a passing examination score. Examination weights are 70% competitive examination, 20% education, and 10% experience. Candidates must meet the stated qualifications at the time of examination and appointment.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a GED.
At least one year of paid, related experience.
Ability to work effectively with others and independently.
Ability to listen effectively and actively.
Knowledge of appropriate safety procedures.
Ability to read and understand verbal and written instructions, written warnings, and labels.
Knowledge of proper care and storage of chemicals.
Knowledge of materials, methods, and practices essential to proper facility cleaning.
Knowledge of the care of sweepers, vacuum machines, mops, brushes, cleaning fluids, and other cleaning materials and equipment.
Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to problem-solve and learn appropriate cleaning materials, methods, and practices.
Knowledge of cleanup and disposal procedures for bloodborne pathogens.
Ability to exercise care when using cleaning materials on different types of building surfaces.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications with or without an accommodation.

Responsibilities

Ensure student safety and promote safe practices and procedures.
Assist with air handler and classroom filter changes.
Shovel and remove snow from school grounds and city sidewalks.
Mow school lawns; maintain grounds and landscaping; and trim bushes and trees.
Keep the boiler room clean and safe.
Sweep, vacuum, mop, scrub, and wax floors.
Empty and clean waste receptacles, trash pails, and pencil sharpeners.
Refill soap, paper towel, and bathroom tissue dispensers throughout the building.
Remove cobwebs and clean windows, chalkboards, hallway glass displays, and showcases.
Secure the building at night and ensure classrooms are properly secured.
Clean and maintain custodial equipment and materials.
Clean and sanitize restrooms and locker rooms; clean school lounges and water coolers (fountains).
Organize, direct, and participate in custodial and routine building maintenance.
Maintain records and complete reports and paperwork as required.
Make minor repairs to building fixtures and equipment.
Move heavy items such as desks, tables, and file cabinets.
Polish furniture, woodwork, and horizontal surfaces as necessary.
Report damage to buildings or equipment requiring repair to the immediate supervisor.
Respond appropriately to routine questions and requests and interact positively with supervisors, staff, students, parents, and the public.
Report activity that may be detrimental to the Board of Education.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Head and Assistant Custodian.
Use cleaning materials carefully and appropriately for different building surfaces, and respect confidential information.
Attend meetings and seminars as required.