2nd Shift Custodian (Birch Grove Elementary)

Osseo Ind School District 279•Brooklyn Park, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian performs tasks associated with maintaining and caring for district facilities, equipment, and grounds in support of the district’s mission to prepare scholars to achieve their dreams, contribute to their community, and engage in lifelong learning. The role takes charge of the physical operation of the assigned building, follows district cleaning systems and standards, maintains equipment and records, and provides customer service to facility users. Work includes general housekeeping, minor repairs, grounds maintenance, snow and ice removal, painting, boiler operation, building automation monitoring, facility security, and assisting kitchen staff. The custodian reports equipment breakdowns and vandalism, maintains required reports and logs, and performs other comparable duties as assigned. The position works 3:00–11:30 PM, Monday through Friday, for 8 hours per day year-round.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Must obtain an MN Specialist boiler license to receive Class 2 pay plus the shift differential.
Computer skills, including proper use of email communication.
Knowledge of proper operation of building automation systems.
Knowledge of hand, power, and diagnostic tools and equipment used in the job.
Knowledge of safety precautions applicable to the trade.
Knowledge of HVAC operation, repair, and proactive and reactive maintenance fundamentals and procedures.
General knowledge of repair and maintenance principles in mechanical, electrical, steam, air systems, carpentry, masonry, or plumbing.
Knowledge of cleaning techniques and materials.
Ability to care for and repair facilities and equipment.
Ability to work with the principal and building staff to correct issues as they arise.
Ability to respond effectively to student, staff, and community needs and provide excellent customer service.
Ability to use problem-solving techniques.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Ability to maintain accurate and current records.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to help, take instructions, and exchange information.

Nice To Haves

MN Special boiler license preferred.
Training or experience cleaning and maintaining a commercial facility desired.

Responsibilities

Assume full daily responsibility for the position being covered when subbing.
Communicate work-allocation directives from the Coordinator and/or Assistant Coordinator of Facilities Operations and the building principal to custodial personnel.
Perform housekeeping, including dust mopping and wet mopping floors; cleaning restrooms; stripping and sealing floors; washing windows, walls, and lockers; and vacuuming carpeted areas according to district systems and standards.
Perform minor carpentry, electrical, mechanical, and non-potable water-system plumbing repairs, including cleaning equipment, ceilings, floor tile, and carpet.
Support kitchen staff by mopping floors, unloading groceries, organizing storeroom stacks, and stocking supplies.
Monitor and adjust building automation controls.
Secure the facility and arm and disarm the security system.
Report vandalism and unauthorized individuals in buildings.
Maintain building grounds, including watering, mowing, trimming, pruning, weeding, and removing paper and debris from school yards and fence lines.
Remove snow and keep sidewalks free of ice.
Take charge of all aspects of the physical operation of the assigned building.
Report equipment breakdowns to the Assistant Coordinator of Maintenance Services or designee.
Maintain and submit appropriate reports and logs in a timely manner.
Paint district facilities, including walls, doors, and frames.
Maintain building equipment according to department guidelines.
Operate and maintain the boiler, checking that it operates appropriately.
Set up and take down equipment such as tables, chairs, and band shells.
Respond to questions and provide excellent customer service to facility users.
Perform other comparable duties of a like or similar nature as assigned.