Custodian

Southeast Polk Community School District•Pleasant Hill, IA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian performs custodial work in assigned buildings, helping maintain health standards and keep facilities, equipment, and work areas clean and orderly. The role is based at the Senior High School. Scheduled hours are 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; the posting also notes that employment is based on need and hours are assigned by the supervisor. Duties may vary by season, grade level, and facility use. The position reports to the Director of Buildings and Grounds, with work direction and input from the Building Administrator.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication, to determine weight, volume, and distance.
Ability to read, write, and interpret rules, reports, and procedure manuals relevant to assignments.
Ability to communicate information and ideas clearly to others orally and in writing.
Ability to prioritize, organize, and complete assigned work.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team to complete tasks and meet goals.
Ability to recognize problems, determine causes, and take appropriate action to resolve them.
Ability to take direction and respond to requests courteously and helpfully.
Basic knowledge to identify potentially hazardous building conditions or chemicals.
Knowledge of safe chemical use, posting notices, and disposal procedures.
Ability to perceive identification numbers on materials, read and understand numbers and volumes, and transcribe numbers.
Knowledge of basic floor-maintenance techniques, including carpet, tile, and terrazzo.
Certification of good health signed by a licensed physician.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and in all types of weather conditions, and to get along with a wide variety of people.
Ability to meet the physical demands described in the posting, including prolonged walking and standing; lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling; climbing ladders and steps; operating cleaning equipment; and working with cleaning chemicals and in extreme temperatures, humid, and dusty environments.
Regular and reliable attendance.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a school custodial department or related experience.
First aid certificate.
Knowledge of fire and safety codes.
Knowledge of wall and window surface maintenance.

Responsibilities

Clean and preserve designated spaces and equipment in assigned buildings.
Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies using vacuum cleaners or shampooers.
Sweep, scrub, wax, and polish floors using brooms, mops, or powered scrubbers.
Dust and polish furniture and equipment; wash windows, walls, ceilings, and woodwork, waxing or polishing as needed.
Empty wastebaskets and transport trash and waste to disposal areas.
Move and arrange furniture; set up and take down lunch tables and chairs for special events; move cafeteria tables within the building for events.
Remove debris from driveways, garages, bus loading areas, and building entrances.
Raise and lower the flag at the beginning and end of the day when applicable.
Fill in for custodial staff on other shifts when required by Administration.
Recommend improvements to services and operational efficiency.
Inspect the building, identify failed equipment or repair needs, request repairs, and report maintenance needs immediately.
Keep equipment and work areas clean and neat; perform minor adjustments and repairs as needed.
Follow the required chain of command.
Restock disposable items, track and provide inventory usage data, and request supplies and equipment needed for cleaning.
Assist members of the visiting public with directions and with obtaining and setting up equipment.
Maintain neat and clean appearance at work, reliable attendance, positive conduct, cooperation, teamwork, and safety practices.
Manage own time and the time of others efficiently; attend assigned in-service training and school meetings.
Sort clothing and other articles, load washing machines, and fold dried items.
Maintain good public relations with students, parents, faculty, and the community.
Secure the building as part of custodial work.