Custodian 2

Wichita Public Schools•Wichita, KS

About The Position

The Custodian 2 assists a building’s custodial staff in providing a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for students and staff. The role performs a variety of custodial tasks throughout a building or campus and may assist in supervising and training part-time or temporary custodial staff. The position works under the direct supervision of the department supervisor and interacts with district personnel, customers, and vendors. It requires courteous, professional service to a diverse population, sound judgment, effective communication, teamwork, and the ability to plan and prioritize work. Limited travel between schools and central offices may be required. Attendance at required meetings is expected, and 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 part of a team and to plan, organize, make decisions, and prioritize work.
Professional manner, positive attitude, sound judgment, and confidentiality.
Ability to meet proper standards of 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 interact with a diverse population with tact and diplomacy, respond to customer needs, and provide friendly, professional, responsive service.
Ability to use hand tools and related power equipment, as well as SMART boards, iPads, and basic office equipment.
Ability to meet the required level on the Physical Capacity Profile, including climbing stairs and/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 inclement weather and tolerate exposure to cleaning chemicals, solvents, contaminated trash, grasses, and pollens.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Perform daily custodial tasks in assigned areas, including dusting, emptying wastebaskets and pencil sharpeners, sweeping and mopping floors, straightening desks, cleaning equipment, and replenishing supplies.
Clean and service restrooms, hallways, stairs, landings, gyms, locker rooms, and auditoriums; 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.
Carry out 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 necessary 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 assigned areas 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 and spray-buff hard-surface floors when requested.
Perform recycling duties as requested and respond appropriately to emergencies.
Assist with additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Comply with WPS equipment-use guidelines.
Work scheduled hours and assigned duties unless approved leave has been granted; obtain prior approval for deviations from assigned hours.
Maintain appropriate professional dress and appearance.
May assist with supervision and training of part-time or temporary custodial staff.