Custodian Night - Orion (4 hours)

Redwood City School District•Redwood City, CA

1d•$25 - $32

About The Position

Under the direction of the Operations Manager, the Custodian performs routine cleaning and custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility. The position maintains school buildings and grounds in a safe, clean, orderly, and secure condition, performs minor non-technical repairs, and responds to emergency cleanup needs and call-backs when required.

Requirements

Sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the listed knowledge and abilities, or an equivalent combination.
Knowledge of proper methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in custodial work and routine maintenance.
Knowledge of requirements for maintaining school buildings in a safe, clean, and orderly condition and of appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
Knowledge of modern cleaning methods, including methods for cleaning and preserving floors, blackboards, carpets, furniture, walls, and fixtures.
Knowledge of proper methods for storing equipment, materials, and supplies.
Ability to use cleaning materials, equipment, and methods according to predetermined standards.
Ability to learn and apply custodial schedules, procedures, and the use of equipment and supplies.
Ability to maintain tools and equipment in clean working order and provide proper security.
Ability to perform minor non-technical repairs and observe and report maintenance and repair needs.
Ability to perform heavy physical labor.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions; establish and maintain effective working relationships; meet schedules and timelines; and communicate effectively with others orally and in writing.
Ability to inspect and assure facility security during the assigned shift.

Responsibilities

Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned District site or plant.
Clean classrooms, restrooms, showers, locker rooms, shops, cafeterias, gymnasiums, offices, and related facilities.
Sweep, mop, scrub, wax, and polish floors, door panels, and hand railings.
Wash windows and walls; clean chalkboards; move and arrange furniture and equipment for special events or meetings.
Vacuum rugs and carpets; replace light bulbs and lighting tubes; clean venetian blinds; dust drapes; and make minor, non-technical repairs as needed.
Raise and lower the flag; lock and unlock doors and gates; set the security system in assigned areas; and maintain watering and irrigation schedules.
Report safety, sanitary, and fire hazards and maintenance repair needs to the appropriate authority; maintain building security.
Pick up paper and debris; rake, sweep, and water grounds; and clean walkways and entrances.
Operate cleaning equipment, including vacuums and floor cleaning and polishing machines; clean tables, chairs, and floors after lunch periods.
Set up gymnasium and/or athletic equipment for classes and events as required.
Respond to emergency cleanups, such as spills and clogged drains, and respond to emergency call-backs where required.
Perform related duties as assigned.