Custodian

Academy School District 20•Colorado Springs, CO

11d•$20 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing facilities, removing trash, caring for floors, preparing spaces for regular and special events, and promoting good relations among staff and the community. The role helps keep school facilities safe and operational for students, staff, and the public. Duties may vary by location and may be modified or supplemented by the district. The incumbent completes required Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and blood-borne pathogen training within two months of hire. The position includes routine custodial work, grounds and building upkeep, minor repairs, event setup, and other duties as assigned. Work is generally performed indoors and outdoors on school and building grounds. The environment may vary from quiet to loud and may involve exposure to dust, fumes, and chemical cleaners. The incumbent interacts frequently with students, the public, and staff, and may be directed to work extended school/work hours or days.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Complete training in Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and blood-borne pathogens within two months of hire.
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 and maintain confidentiality.
Ability to manage simultaneous demands and work independently on assignments.
Ability to operate and care for mechanized cleaning equipment and standard custodial equipment.
Ability to recognize workplace safety issues.
Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities.
Ability to work well with individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions, as well as the student body.
Demonstrate discernment, excellence, honesty, integrity, patience, perseverance, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness.
Detail-oriented, with 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 involving facilities, grounds, and equipment.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, squat, climb, crawl, twist, bend, and reach while performing duties, including use of a ladder or lift.
Ability to lift or carry up to 50 pounds, push and/or pull burdens weighing 100 pounds, and work with hands above shoulder height while handling up to 50 pounds.
Oral, auditory, visual, and hand/finger coordination capacity needed to communicate, use equipment, and write.
Ability to work scheduled school/work hours and days; extended hours or days may be required as directed.

Responsibilities

Report consistently for scheduled work and perform other duties as assigned.
Assist in the cafeteria and other areas during the workday as directed.
Assist students and staff with lockers, doors, desks, lights, and similar items; make minor repairs as needed.
Assist with safety drills, scenarios, and real-life situations as directed.
Attend training and in-service meetings.
Clean hazards, including bodily fluids and spills, according to best practices and current regulations.
Clean, dust, and straighten desks; clean counters, toilets, sinks, whiteboards, cove bases, blinds, walls, furniture, vents, windows, mirrors, carpet, floors, and other assigned items.
Ensure facilities are safe and operational for students, staff, and the community.
Monitor water, electrical, sewer, HVAC, and other systems and assist with emergency shutoff as needed.
Move, relocate, and transport materials, furniture, and equipment as needed.
Mow lawns and trim and edge around walks and structures as directed.
Perform building-upkeep duties, including painting and other non-routine maintenance tasks.
Perform crossing guard duties as directed.
Process and complete internal work requests.
Remove and dispose of trash in facilities and on grounds.
Remove snow and ice.
Report minor and major building and facility discrepancies or areas of need.
Sanitize rooms and facilities where applicable, including restrooms, water fountains, gymnasiums, pools, and locker rooms.
Set up for regular and special events as directed.
Vacuum, shampoo, sweep, strip, buff, dust, and mop floors and stairs as needed.
Attain proficient or higher evaluations on established performance standards.