Custodian

Academy School District 20•Colorado Springs, CO

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for cleaning the facilities, including trash removal, floor cleaning, general cleaning, and sanitizing; sets up for special events; develops and promotes good relations among staff and community. Incumbent must complete training in Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and blood-borne pathogens within two months of hire. The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.

Requirements

High school graduate -high school diploma or equivalent
Ability to access, input, and retrieve information in various software systems
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to manage simultaneous demands
Ability to operate and care for mechanized cleaning equipment
Ability to operate standard custodial equipment, performing a wide range of custodial tasks
Ability to recognize safety issues in the workplace
Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities
Ability to work independently on assignments
Ability to work well with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions, as well as the student body
Demonstrates discernment, excellence, honesty, integrity, patience, perseverance, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness
Detail-oriented
Excellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of or willingness to learn about cleaning equipment, supplies, and chemicals
Organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills
Some knowledge of custodial tasks of facilities, grounds, and equipment

Responsibilities

Reports consistently for work as scheduled
Performs other duties as assigned
Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
Assists in cafeteria and other areas during the workday assignment as directed
Assists students and staff with items such as lockers, doors, desks, lights, etc. and performs minor repairs as needed
Assists with safety drills, scenarios, and real-life situations as needed and directed
Attends training and in-service meetings
Cleans hazards, including bodily fluids, spills, etc. per best practices and current regulations
Cleans, dusts, and straightens desks; cleans counters, toilets, sinks, whiteboards, cove bases, blinds, walls, furniture, vents, windows, mirrors, carpet, floors, and other items as needed and assigned
Ensures facilities are safe and operational for students, staff, and the community
Monitors water, electrical, sewer, HVAC, etc. and assists in emergency shut off as needed
Moves, relocates, and transports materials, furniture, and equipment as needed and assigned
Mows lawns and trims and edges around walks and structures as directed
Performs any duties as assigned associated with building upkeep including painting, and other non-routine maintenance tasks
Performs crossing guard duties as directed
Processes and completes internal work requests
Removes and disposes of trash in facilities and on grounds
Removes snow and ice
Reports minor and major building and facility-related discrepancies or areas of need
Sanitizes rooms and facilities where applicable, including but not limited to restrooms, water fountains, gymnasiums, pools and locker rooms, etc.
Sets up for regular and special events as directed
Vacuums, shampoos, sweeps, strips, buffs, dusts, mops, etc. floors and stairs as needed