Custodian (External)

Minot Public Schools • Minot, ND

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under basic supervision, maintains attractive, sanitary, and safe facilities for students, staff, and public in order to minimize property damage, loss, and liability exposure; arranges equipment and furniture for meetings, activities, and events; maintains outdoor grounds and common areas. Essential duties and responsibilities include performing custodial and janitorial duties, including routine cleaning of sports and recreation facilities, disposing of trash, and bathroom and cafeteria sanitation in MPS facilities. Duties may vary according to job assignment. Follows safety rules and MPS procedures to minimize risk of accidents and liability exposure. Cleans facilities using manual and power equipment; maintains outdoor grounds and common areas; moves furniture and equipment; sets up and tears down equipment and facilities for special events and activities; performs minor maintenance tasks, including replacing light bulbs and changing filters. Cleans up spills and unsafe conditions in a timely manner and according to procedures. Reports safety hazards, equipment problems, and emergency situations. Checks facilities and grounds for unsafe conditions; clears hazards and dangerous areas; reports safety conditions, security issues, and illegal activities; reports problems and property damage. Cross-trains in a variety of work methods, and the use and maintenance of equipment and tools; works on snow removal crews as needed. Supports the relationship between the Minot Public School District and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with clients, visitors, and District staff; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records, and District information; follows compliance rules governing child abuse; performs related duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• One year of maintenance experience
• Ability to operate and maintain tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Ability to closely follow verbal and written instructions and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintaining effective working relations with co-workers.
• Knowledge of MPS policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of materials and equipment used in cleaning and maintaining buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Knowledge of safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards, and safety precautions in public facilities.

Nice To Haves

• A valid North Dakota State Driver’s License may be required.

Responsibilities

• Performs custodial and janitorial duties, including routine cleaning of sports and recreation facilities, disposes of trash, and bathroom and cafeteria sanitation in MPS facilities; duties may vary according to job assignment.
• Follows safety rules and MPS procedures to minimize risk of accidents and liability exposure.
• Cleans facilities using manual and power equipment; maintains outdoor grounds and common areas; moves furniture and equipment; sets up and tears down equipment and facilities for special events and activities; performs minor maintenance tasks, including replacing light bulbs and changing filters.
• Cleans up spills and unsafe conditions in a timely manner and according to procedures.
• Reports safety hazards, equipment problems, and emergency situations.
• Checks facilities and grounds for unsafe conditions; clears hazards and dangerous areas; reports safety conditions, security issues, and illegal activities; reports problems and property damage.
• Cross-trains in a variety of work methods, and the use and maintenance of equipment and tools; works on snow removal crews as needed.
• Supports the relationship between the Minot Public School District and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with clients, visitors, and District staff; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records, and District information; follows compliance rules governing child abuse; performs related duties as required or assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED