Custodian (53883)

CAPITAL AREA INTERMEDIATE UNIT • Mechanicsburg, PA

10d • $31,040 - $38,800 • Onsite

About The Position

To provide a safe, orderly, sanitary environment, conducive to learning for all students, faculty and visitors.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Knowledge and understanding of various cleaning chemicals and processes is required.
• Working knowledge of light power tools, hand tools, mowers, blowers, snow removal equipment, and similar maintenance and cleaning equipment.
• Basic computer skills required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in school custodial work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect facilities including, but not limited to, sweeping, vacuuming, dry/wet mopping, scrubbing, and waxing floors/carpets; dusting; straightening/setting-up furniture; washing tables/desks and blackboards; emptying trash bins and pencil sharpeners; etc.
• Clean restrooms, which includes sinks, toilets, walls, mirrors and floors, and refill paper towel dispenser, toilet paper dispenser, feminine vending machine, etc.
• Clean and maintain all meeting/conference rooms, kitchenettes, and similar high-use areas.
• Learn and use various cleaning and floor maintenance machines including scrubbers, buffers, polishers, carpet cleaners and other custodial-related powered equipment.
• Prepare meeting/conference room table and chair layouts, including specified equipment, utilizing Computerized Resource Scheduling Software.
• Assist the operation of the physical building during day and evening activities which includes maintaining bathrooms, meeting areas, and setting up rooms for the next day as needed.
• Report major and minor repair need to the Supervisor in a prompt manner.
• Maintain order and organization in all custodial storage areas as well as custodial equipment
• Perform duties associated with opening or closing of building, including securing all doors and windows, regulating heat and lighting as necessary.
• Request and maintain supplies and custodial equipment needed for the performance of duties.
• In the event of an emergency respond to calls from security/fire while the building is closed as directed by supervisor.
• Assist with moving equipment and furniture as needed to/from classrooms and CAIU satellite locations.
• Maintain buildings & grounds by performing such duties as mowing, string trimming, snow removal, painting, minor wall repairs, replacement of lights, trimming bushes, weeding flowerbeds, mulching, etc.
• Assist with the inspection of buildings and playgrounds to ensure the areas are cleaned/maintained properly and are safe for staff & students.
• Serve as point of contact for building access for emergency responders.
• Assume any other responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor or his/her designee.
• Assume any other responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director or his/her designee.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED