Custodian

Springfield School District•Springfield, VT

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian is responsible for cleaning and performing routine housekeeping and maintenance of district buildings to provide a safe and clean learning environment. This role involves a variety of tasks to ensure the upkeep of school facilities.

Requirements

Ability to perform each job function in an efficient and compliant manner.
High school degree, or equivalent.
1 to 2 years of relevant experience preferred, or a combination of education and experience.
Commercial cleaning experience preferred.
Experience waxing and stripping floors, using a scrubber, floor buffer, commercial vacuum, and other floor machines also preferred.
Knowledge and skill related to routine housekeeping and maintenance work.
Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers.
Ability to print and speak simple sentences.
Good basic mathematical skills including ability to perform operations using units of weight measurement, volume and distance.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to communicate courteously, efficiently, and effectively with a variety of individuals, including students, faculty, administrators, parents, and representatives of outside organizations.
Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with peers, subordinates, supervisors, parents, and outside agencies.
Ability to effectively resolve conflicts.
Follow through and seeing tasks and projects to completion is essential.
Pride in one's work and completion of a task.
Willingness to assist others within changing conditions is essential.
Good verbal and interpersonal skills with staff, students, and fellow team members.
Dependability – being reliable, punctual, responsible and fulfilling obligations.
Self-Control – maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in difficult situations.
Stress Tolerance – accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
Cooperation – being pleasant with others and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
Concern for Others – being sensitive to others’ needs and feelings and being understanding.
Attention to Detail – being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
Integrity – being honest and ethical.
Adaptability/Flexibility – being open to change (positive or negative) and to variety in the workplace.
Independence – guiding oneself with little or no supervision, depending on oneself to get things done.
Use of personal vehicle is required - NO
Use of personal vehicle to transport students is required - NO

Nice To Haves

Combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.
May train or assist co-workers.

Responsibilities

Clean floors: vacuum, sweep, dust mop, wash, strip, wax, and buff.
Wash and clean windows, walls, chalkboards, trashcans, water fountains, and sinks.
Dust furniture, fixtures, and woodwork.
Empty trash receptacles and pick up litter in and around buildings.
Clean and stock bathrooms.
Change and clean shower curtains.
Scrub and disinfect shower rooms.
Maintain and clean displays, boards, artwork, frames, and displays.
Perform light repairs as needed.
Provide setup and breakdown of furniture for events in various spaces like the cafeteria, gymnasium, or auditorium.
Troubleshoot minor maintenance problems and handle minor repairs directly.
Refer carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical repairs to maintenance staff as needed.
Assume responsibility for closing the building daily, ensuring all doors and windows are secured and lights are off.
Maintain the American flag on an as-needed basis.
Perform minor routine maintenance on electrical components (e.g., replace light bulbs), heating and ventilating vents and fixtures (e.g., changing filters), locks (e.g., oiling), and lockers.
Take necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities by reporting known safety hazards to the supervisor immediately.
Monitor building and grounds to ensure cleanliness and safety standards are maintained.
Provide routine grass trimming, leaf raking, and maintenance of planting beds.
Remove snow from immediate walks and exits and apply sand and salt as needed.
Be available to support students and staff during evacuation drills and emergencies.
Notify supervisor when away from the premises.
Maintain confidentiality according to state, federal, and district policies.