Custodian 1

Wichita Public Schools•Wichita, KS

About The Position

The primary job of the Custodian is to assist the custodial staff of a building in providing a clean, safe and sanitary environment for the students and staff. Perform a variety of custodial tasks for the building or campus. May assist with the supervision and training of the part-time, temporary custodial staff.

Requirements

Ability to communicate both verbally and written in order to communicate with others inside and outside of the organization for the purpose of giving and obtaining information
Ability to communicate effectively with a Supervisor when their discretion is needed
Ability to perform as an effective team player
Ability to plan, organize, make decisions and prioritize work to meet the daily demands of the building
Exhibit a professional manner and a positive attitude
Use good judgment to make decisions on recurring assignments
Display a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality
Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
Knowledge of company’s mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them
Knowledge of asbestos information
Knowledge of mechanical operations
High school diploma or GED preferred

Nice To Haves

Completion of Proficiency of Custodial Operations certificate preferred

Responsibilities

Performs daily duties in assigned areas that may include, but not limited to: dusting all flat surfaces, empty wastebaskets, emptying pencil sharpeners, sweeping floors, straightening desks, mop and/or spot mop, cleaning equipment and replacing supplies, cleaning and servicing restrooms, sweep assigned hallways, stairs and landings, lower flag if necessary, clean gym, locker room and auditorium, assist with the clean up of the lunch room
Performs weekly duties which may include: buffing, high dusting, carpet spotting, replacing light bulbs as needed, stripping, sealing, and waxing floors, washing walls
Performs energy management functions as required
Consults with Building Custodial Supervisor relating to school activities and community use of building and arrange needed services and cleaning
Responds to office and staff request (including set-up of TV, DVR, audio systems, etc.)
Reports building maintenance needs or supplies and equipment needs to Building Custodial Supervisor
Secures area by checking windows, doors and lights before leaving the building. If you are the only building custodian on second, shift, you will be required to secure the entire building
Removes marks from floors and graffiti from walls as needed
Spray buff hard surface floors as requested
Performs duties relating to recycling as requested
Responds to emergencies in an appropriate manner
Assists with additional duties as assigned by supervisor.