Custodian 2

Wichita Public Schools • Wichita, KS

15h • Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian 2 assists building custodial staff in providing a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for students and staff by performing a variety of custodial tasks in a building or on a campus. The role may include assisting with supervision and training of part-time or temporary custodial staff. The custodian consults with the Building Custodial Supervisor about school activities and community use of the building, arranges needed services and cleaning, responds to requests from the office and staff, and reports maintenance, supply, or equipment needs. Limited travel between schools and central offices may be required.

The position works under the direct supervision of the department supervisor and serves district personnel, customers, and vendors. The custodian is expected to provide friendly, responsive service; interact tactfully and professionally with a diverse population; follow equipment-use guidelines; and maintain attendance, punctuality, and professional appearance standards. Overtime may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Completion of a Proficiency of Custodial Operations certificate preferred.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing to give and obtain information.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a supervisor when their discretion is needed.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member.
• Ability to plan, organize, make decisions, and prioritize work to meet daily building demands.
• Professional manner and positive attitude; sound judgment on recurring assignments; professionalism and confidentiality; and appropriate professional dress and appearance.
• Knowledge of the company’s mission, purpose, goals, and employees’ roles in achieving them.
• Knowledge of asbestos information and mechanical operations.
• Ability to meet the required level on the Physical Capacity Profile, including climbing stairs or ladders; exerting 50–100 pounds of force occasionally, 25–50 pounds frequently, and 10–20 pounds constantly; and squatting, bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, or snow and tolerate exposure to cleaning chemicals, solvents, contaminated trash, grasses, and pollens.
• Ability to use custodial hand tools and power equipment, SMART boards, iPads, and basic office equipment.
• Ability to work scheduled hours and obtain prior approval for deviations from assigned hours.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of a Proficiency of Custodial Operations certificate.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily custodial duties in assigned areas, including dusting, emptying wastebaskets and pencil sharpeners, sweeping, straightening desks, mopping, cleaning equipment, replenishing supplies, and servicing restrooms.
• Sweep assigned hallways, stairs, and landings; clean the gym, locker room, and auditorium; and assist with lunchroom cleanup.
• Perform weekly or periodic tasks such as buffing, high dusting, carpet spotting and cleaning, replacing light bulbs, stripping, sealing, and waxing floors, and washing walls and furniture.
• Perform energy-management functions, including switching lights, turning off water in urinals, unplugging water fountains, and following other energy-management guidelines.
• Consult with the Building Custodial Supervisor about school activities and community use of the building, and arrange needed services and cleaning.
• Respond to office and staff requests, including setting up TV, DVR, and audio systems.
• Report building maintenance needs and supply or equipment needs to the Building Custodial Supervisor.
• Secure the assigned area by checking windows, doors, and lights before leaving; secure the entire building when serving as the only second-shift custodian.
• Remove floor marks and wall graffiti as needed, spray-buff hard-surface floors when requested, and perform recycling duties as requested.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies.
• Assist with supervision and training of part-time or temporary custodial staff when needed.
• Attend required meetings and perform additional duties assigned by the supervisor.
• Follow WPS guidelines for equipment use and comply with attendance, scheduled-hours, leave-approval, and professional-appearance expectations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED