Custodian, Day Lead

Reynolds Sd 7•Portland, OR

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The job of Custodian – Day Lead (Elem/MS/HS) is done for the purpose/s of maintaining an attractive, sanitary and safe facility; providing adequate arrangements for meetings, classroom activities and events; and minimizing property damage, loss and liability exposure, ensuring that assignments are completed in a safe, proper and timely manner and directing assigned custodians as necessary.

Requirements

Prior job related experience with increasing levels of responsibilities, preferably in school or institutional setting
Skills to : use cleaning agents; supplies and equipment; perform basic math to calculate accurate dilution of cleaning agents
Knowledge of : methods and use of cleaning materials, equipment, and supplies, safe work practices
Abilities to : stand for prolonged periods, follow oral and written instructions, adhere to safe work practices, work independently with minimal supervision, perform a variety of tasks, adjust to flexible assignments often with short notice, and communicate with students, staff and parents
Significant Physical Abilities include: lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, stooping, reaching/handling, near/far visual acuity/depth perception
High School Diploma or equivalent
Oregon Fingerprint and Criminal Check clearance

Nice To Haves

Bilingual/Bicultural Preferred

Responsibilities

Arranges furnishings and equipment for the purpose of providing adequate preparations for meetings, classroom activities and events.
Cleans school facilities (i.e. classrooms, offices, multipurpose rooms, bio-hazards, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment.
Delivers variety of items (e.g. supplies, mail, packages, furniture, ) for the purpose distributing the materials to the appropriate.
Communicates necessary information to students, other site personnel, operations and supervisor for the purpose of providing information regarding activities, scheduling, energy conservation, safety and/or proper maintenance of facilities.
Secures facilities and grounds for the purpose of minimizing property damage, loss and liability and ensuring safety at work site.
Directs and trains personnel as assigned for the purpose of maximizing the efficiency of the workforce and meeting shift requirements.
Procures and safely stores equipment, supplies and materials for the purpose of maintaining availability of required items and completing jobs efficiently.
Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
Maintains and repairs equipment (i.e. furniture, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, general mechanical areas, ) for the purpose of ensuring that items are available and in safe working condition.
Supports school district policies and regulations in initiating, outlining and supervising building maintenance and improvement projects for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment.
Keeps the buildings and grounds in optimum operating condition and appearance through cleaning, repair and maintenance for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive.
Inspects the buildings on a daily basis at the beginning of the shift for a suitable learning environment, paying particular attention to the work performed by the night custodian, for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment.
Cleans, maintains and operates major equipment in the building (i.e. the boiler).
Is responsible for the general safety and fire safety conditions and procedures of the building, including playground equipment safety checks for the purpose of maintaining a safe environment.
Is responsible for the general security of the building, which may involve occasional off-duty hours as a result of vandalism or natural causes, for the purpose of maintaining a safe and attractive environment.
Maintains records (such as locker combinations, fire extinguisher checks, ) and makes changes as necessary for the purpose of providing accurate maintenance of safety and convenience in the building setting.
Reports for duty as required in the event of an emergency school closure for the purpose of maintaining a safe environment and providing appropriate protection for the facility.
Maintains a schedule, in conjunction with the building administration, of events for the purpose of ensuring that custodial needs are met.