Custodian at Buckeye Valley High School 3:00PM - 11:30PM

Ohio Department of Education•Columbus, OH

59d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide a clean and safe environment for students and staff. Perform general custodial duties, e.g., empty trash, vacuum carpet, sweep and mop. Assist in cleaning, maintaining and daily operation of school building.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
One to two years related experience desired
Must be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of cleaning process
Must be able to demonstrate the ability to use most common hand tools
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate
Ability to work effectively with others
Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly both orally and in writing
Effective, active listening skills
Organizational and problem solving skills
Flexibility in assignments
Training in the proper care and storage of chemicals
Knowledge of electrical and plumbing repairs
Knowledge of appropriate safety procedures
Ability to read and understand verbal and written instructions, written warnings and labels
Working knowledge of assigned building and alarm systems
Must be knowledgeable in the correct way to repair a variety of materials, i.e., floor tile replacement, repairs to wood, plastic, fiberglass, etc.

Responsibilities

Ensure safety of students
Sweep, vacuum, mop and wax floors
Empty and clean waste receptacles, trash pails, and pencil sharpeners
Remove cobwebs and clean windows
Polish furniture and woodwork
Clean and maintain custodial equipment and materials
Transport all necessary school maintenance and custodial supplies
Promote good safety practices and procedures
Clean and sanitize assigned school, e.g., restrooms, classrooms, spills, etc.
Help with setup and cleanup for various school activities
Use, measure and relabel chemicals
Clean carpets
Wash all furniture, walls, halls, windows, window seals, and doors
Disinfect water fountains
Spot mop and mop classrooms
Remove writing on walls
Make contacts with the public with tact and diplomacy
Maintain respect at all times for confidential information
Interact in a positive manner with staff, students and parents
Dispose of debris and maintain equipment and supplies in a neat and orderly manner
Report any damaged, broken, loose fixtures and/or equipment
Adjust to various locations and work requirements as needed, perform other duties as assigned by the Buildings and Grounds Supervisor
Perform minor repairs, including, but not limited to, glass replacement, electrical repairs, wood repairs, painting and metal repairs
Request needed equipment, materials and supplies
Perform seasonal duties such as salting and snow removal, litter removal, trimming, etc., as directed Maintain a clean, safe and neat boiler room
Refill soap dispensers, paper towel dispensers and bathroom tissue in all school building restrooms
Check boiler room nightly for orderliness, safety, etc.
Secure building nightly
Conduct periodical inspections of the building
Complete paperwork as required by the supervisor
Attend meetings and in-services as required
Maintain a daily work routine to adequately service the buildings, grounds, and personnel
Check and prepare controls for water, lights, heat and cooling facilities as assigned
Check building to assure maximum security
Sweep, clean, mop, wash, wax, dust, wipe and vacuum all surfaces to maintain cleanliness throughout building and grounds and supervise other employees doing the same
Keep work and storage areas neat and orderly
Tour building periodically and remain alert for dangerous, hazardous conditions, or items in need of maintenance
Set up equipment and furniture for special events and use of building for school and community functions
Maintain records as requested
Clean all water coolers
Clean hallway glass display cases
Clean school building lounges
Promote good public relations
Serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings
Scrub, strip, seal, and wax floors
Respond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner
Operate and monitor the heating system
Pass on to other employees instructions and requests received from supervisor
Maintain building security system ensures building is secure and locked
Maintain accurate inventory of all custodial equipment, materials and supplies
Perform routine maintenance as required
Assist with major repairs as assigned
Assist in the control of all maintenance and custodial tools and supplies
Assist work crews on assigned tasks
Perform electrical, plumbing duties as required
Perform yearly inventory of work area, supplies and equipment
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
Track and fill overtime opportunities
Fill substitute openings
Collect and deliver staff timesheets