Custodian-260

Licking Heights School District•Pataskala, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Licking Heights Local Schools, our commitment to student success drives everything we do. We believe in providing equitable, personalized learning experiences focused on building character skills and achieving academic excellence. Our comprehensive framework, addressing milestones from kindergarten readiness to college and career competencies, ensures that every student thrives academically, socially, and emotionally. We are dedicated to creating a positive school culture where students can explore their talents through extracurricular activities, fostering well-rounded and socially responsible citizens. To be successful at Licking Heights Local Schools, staff members must embody a range of skills, including: Passion for education and student well-being Effective mentoring and guidance for students Strong communication and collaboration skills Continuous learning and professional development Forward-thinking planning and strategic decision-making Openness to two-way communication and community engagement We are dedicated to supporting our staff through comprehensive induction, providing ongoing professional development aligned with our district's vision, and creating a safe and empowering school environment where every individual can flourish. Join us in our mission to provide an exceptional education experience that prepares students for success in school, career, and life. JOB GOAL: To maintain the facilities in a condition of cleanliness and operating excellence so that students, staff and visitors will be furnished with an attractive and comfortable educational environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Basic computer knowledge
Must be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, painting
Must be able to demonstrate the ability to use most common hand tools
Read and understand written instructions, directions for use, and precaution statements
Required to lift, carry, push and pull various supplies and/or equipment up to a maximum of 50 pounds, in accordance with OSHA guidelines
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board Of Education may find appropriate
Knowledge of standard cleaning methods and procedures
Ability to stand, walk, and bend for many hours
Ability to perform repetitive motion for long periods of time
Experience with using cleaning equipment, including vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and cleaning solutions
Background and knowledge in handling, mixing, and using cleaning chemicals
Knowledge of occupational hazards safety rules

Nice To Haves

One to two years related experience preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain immediate areas around the assigned building exterior doors up to curb to keep them clear of snow, ice and debris, due to the fire code.
Wash interior and exterior windows and remove graffiti as necessary.
Performs regular custodial and heavy cleaning duties in the buildings.
Empty trash receptacles inside and outside doorways daily and keep them clean as needed. Removes trash from the buildings daily.
Assist visiting members of the public who are utilizing the facilities.
Check schedule daily to provide necessary assistance to support curricular and extra-curricular events.
Thoroughly clean all surfaces in restrooms.
Maintain custodial closets in a neat and orderly manner.
Keep inventory of all supplies.
Perform general cleanup – any and all incidents as they arise.
Prepare work orders using the web-based work order system of the district.
Occasionally work from elevated surfaces while conducting overhead cleaning.
Keep all necessary items such as but not limited to windows, air locks, chalk/eraser boards, lockers, furniture, and display cases clean at all times.
Check daily to ensure all doors and windows are locked / unlocked as needed.
Uses cleaning chemicals properly and safely by wearing prescribed protective clothing, masks, and/or rubber gloves, following either written or verbal directions for mixing chemical compounds according to specifications, applying the cleaning chemicals properly on surfaces or items designated for their use, and disposing of residual chemical products as directed or storing and labeling them for future use.
Report any major repair needs or other deficiencies to the supervisor.
Performs specialized custodial services such as floor cleaning and finishing (including stripping, waxing, buffing, shampooing, extraction, bonneting & top scrubbing recoating), carpet and upholstery maintenance, cleaning building furnishings, and/or other procedures using specialty cleaning chemicals and equipment.
Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor or principal.