Custodian 4 - Relief (2026-2027 School Year)

Wichita Public Schools•Wichita, KS

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

The primary job of the Permanent Relief 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 tasks in custodial services for all buildings.

Requirements

Ability to use basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, and fax machine.
Uses hand tools of trade and related power equipment, including brooms, mops, floor cleaning and waxing machines, vacuum cleaners, snow blowers, shovels, power mower and hand tools.
Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, or snow.
Exposure to cleaning chemicals, solvents and contaminated trash, grasses, pollens, etc.
Must meet the required level on the Physical Capacity Profile (PCP), which will require you to be able to climb stairs and/or ladders, exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly, have the ability to squat, bend, stoop, reach, push and pull.
Attendance at required meetings.
Overtime may be required.
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.
Knowledge of procedures for hazardous materials and bio-hazardous materials.
Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors.
Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks.
Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy.
Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues.
Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service.
In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave.
Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator.
All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position.
Must pass Physical Capacity Test (PCP).
Completion of Custodial Master Certificate is required.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare building for day by turning off alarm, safety checking boiler, testing fire alarms, turning on needed lights, turning off night lights, unlocking doors, turning on water for urinals, checking the building for vandalism, and raising the flag except during inclement weather.
Perform daily duties which may include sweeping floors, vacuuming carpets, emptying trash, dusting all flat surfaces, policing grounds, maintaining and servicing restrooms, sweeping steps and porch walks, mopping and/or spot mopping, cleaning entrance mats, and setting out and picking up mail and media materials.
Clean drinking fountains.
Maintain boiler, heating and air system and custodial room.
Clean gym, locker room and auditorium.
Clean equipment and replace supplies.
Perform weekly or non-routine duties which may include buffing, high dusting, carpet spotting, replacing light bulbs, checking playground equipment for safety, cleaning whiteboards, receiving and distributing supplies from truck, stripping, sealing and waxing floors, washing walls and furniture, dusting furniture, woodwork, moldings, lockers, etc., cleaning carpets, cleaning door glass and any other glass in the building, snow removal, summer cleaning schedule, and checking fire extinguishers.
Receive and distribute supplies.
Supervise, direct, instruct and train custodial personnel in routine and non-routine duties, with special emphasis on safety procedures.
Analyze and allocate workload equitably and provide clear instructions regarding operations and duties.
Prepare and maintain annual budget for custodial equipment and supplies.
Consult with Administrators relating to school activities and community use of building and arrange needed services.
Provide positive and consistent leadership for employees.
Respond to office and staff requests (including set-up of TV, DVD, audio systems, etc.).
Input building maintenance needs into the work order system, work with maintenance personnel as needed and maintain adequate records.
Inspect building(s) to insure quality services and discuss results with night custodians as needed.
Assist employees with their Employee Performance Appraisal as requested.
Maintain employee work schedules, vacation schedules, overtime, absence reports, time cards, etc. for payroll purposes.
Perform energy management functions as required.
Respond to emergencies in an appropriate manner.
Maintain classrooms as needed during day.
Prepare rooms for latchkey if required.
Maintain vending machines as needed.
Maintain recycling program if required.
Assist with food delivery if requested.
Assist in cafeteria during lunch if requested.
Assist with supervision of students if requested.
Assists with additional duties as assigned by supervisor or by the building Administrators.