Custodian Night - Kennedy Middle School

Redwood City School District • Redwood City, CA

64d • $4,372 - $5,584 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Operations Manager, perform routine cleaning and custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility.

Requirements

• Proper methods, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial work and routine maintenance.
• Requirements of maintaining school buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
• Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
• Modern cleaning methods, including basic methods of cleaning and preserving floors, black boards, carpets, furniture, walls and fixtures.
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
• Use cleaning materials, equipment and methods according to pre-determined standards.
• Learn and apply knowledge of the schedules, procedures and use of equipment and supplies used in custodial work.
• Maintain tools and equipment signed in clean working order and provide proper security.
• Perform minor non-technical repairs.
• Observe and report need for maintenance and repair.
• Perform heavy physical labor.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Communicate effectively with others.
• Inspect and assure the security of facilities during assigned shift.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine custodial activities at assigned District site or plant.
• Clean classrooms, restrooms, showers, locker rooms, shops, cafeteria, gymnasium, offices and related facilities.
• Sweep, mop, scrub, wax and polish concrete, linoleum, tile and wood floors, door panels and hand railings.
• Wash windows and walls; clean chalkboards; move and arrange furniture and equipment in preparing classrooms/multi-purpose rooms 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 flag; lock and unlock doors and gates; set security system in assigned areas; maintain watering and irrigation schedule.
• Report safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate authority; report need for maintenance repairs to appropriate authority; maintain security of building(s).
• Pick up paper and debris; rake, sweep, water grounds, and clean walkways and entrances.
• Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums, 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; respond to call-backs in an emergency and where required.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed