Custodian

West Ada School District•MERIDIAN, ID

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs routine custodial work in school facilities, including cleaning, maintenance, and groundskeeping in assigned school buildings and grounds. The position may also be assigned other maintenance duties in District facilities. The custodian receives direct supervision from the Head Custodian or Night Supervisor, depending on the school location, and may take direction and suggestions from the building principal and teachers to support a team approach. Work is performed in a public-school building environment and involves electrically powered cleaning equipment and cleaning substances that may present related hazards, as well as outdoor work in inclement weather. The position is scheduled for 8 hours per day on a 254-day calendar. Regular attendance is an essential function. Employment is at will, and employment terms are determined by calendar year.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalency.
Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
Knowledge of cleaning and maintaining public buildings, including methods, materials, tools, and standard practices.
Knowledge of preparing, using, and disposing of chemical cleaning agents and selecting agents for different surfaces.
Knowledge of safety procedures for cleaning and moving furniture.
Knowledge of grounds and yard maintenance methods, materials, tools, and standard practices.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions and department policies and procedures.
Ability to operate, maintain, and perform minor repairs on powered custodial equipment, including vacuums, strippers, waxers, buffers, shampoo cleaners, and power washers.
Ability to operate hand-cleaning equipment, including brooms, mops, dust pans, and dusters.
Ability to operate, maintain, and perform minor repairs on groundskeeping equipment, including mowers, edgers, weed cutters, irrigation systems, and blowers.
Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other employees, both orally and in writing.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend English, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to perform basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to maintain regular attendance and adhere to the prescribed work schedule.
Physical ability, with or without reasonable accommodation, to discern verbal instructions, telephone sounds, and safety warnings; read work instructions; see dirt or marks on surfaces; and move through unfamiliar buildings.
Sufficient dexterity to operate and adjust cleaning and groundskeeping equipment and handle small objects.
Sufficient strength to lift and carry objects up to 70 pounds, maneuver powered cleaning equipment, stand for periods of up to four hours, and move between workstations and tasks during a shift.
Sufficient flexibility and balance to perform repeated bending and stooping, climb ladders, and work on ladders.
Sufficient mobility, flexibility, stamina, and balance to work in artificially lit areas, confined spaces, around unpleasant odors and allergenic substances, and in a custodial environment.
Sufficient attention to concentrate on tasks and resume and complete them after interruptions.

Nice To Haves

One year of custodial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Sweep and mop floors in school facilities, including restrooms, classrooms, hallways, offices, gymnasiums, cafeterias, labs, and other rooms.
Vacuum carpeted floors; strip and wax floors; and shampoo carpets on a regular maintenance schedule.
Dust and wipe surfaces, including chalkboards and whiteboards.
Clean and sanitize restrooms and replenish supplies such as toilet paper, paper towels, and soap.
Wash walls, windows, and other surfaces; clean light fixtures and replace bulbs; and dust and clean air vents.
Clean and polish mirrors, wood, and other special reflective or decorative surfaces.
Clean spills, spot-clean carpets, and remove graffiti as needed.
Clean and maintain custodial equipment and maintain an adequate inventory of cleaning supplies.
Assist with moving and setting up furniture and equipment; unload supplies and inventory items.
Maintain and regulate HVAC systems by regularly changing air filters and reporting issues.
Maintain grounds, including sidewalks, parking lots, common areas, and planting areas; pick up litter, mow, weed, and irrigate.
Perform snow removal, including sanding and salting walkways.
Lock and unlock buildings and check panic bolts to maintain security and prevent vandalism.
Perform minor maintenance, including light-bulb changes, minor plumbing and electrical repairs, and classroom repairs.
Set up for and break down after special events.
Perform duties in accordance with District policies, procedures, and safety practices.
Perform other related duties as required.
Work before or after regular hours in emergency situations when required.