Custodian - Nights

Warwick Public Schools•Warwick, RI

11h•Onsite

About The Position

The custodian, under the general direction of the Head Custodian, will be responsible for daily, school recess, and summer cleaning, security, and conservation of utilities and grounds, including snow removal. The custodian will also be responsible for the operation and minor maintenance of various building systems such as lighting, plumbing, electrical, heat, and ventilation, using established practices and procedures within a public school building.

Requirements

Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment used in public school buildings and surrounding grounds, including commercial floor machines, vacuums, ladders, cleaning carts, lawn mowers, trimmers, hand trucks, and snow removal equipment.
Knowledge of mechanical systems (switches and breakers), as well as heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to readily understand and carry out directions, both oral and written.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in written form.
Ability to develop effective working relationships with staff, students, parents, and the community.
Manual dexterity and the ability to perform duties with an awareness of school department requirements and policies.
General literacy skills required.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from a senior high school or equivalent (GED) preferred.
Three to six months related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Cleans and maintains designated spaces, equipment, etc. by performing duties such as vacuuming, dry and wet mopping, wet dusting, washing and disinfecting, removing spots/stains from surfaces and floors, cleaning glass, and applying floor finish.
Requests, proportions, and uses chemicals, equipment, and other supplies.
Collects and disposes of garbage and other waste per district guidelines.
Moves or assists in moving furniture and equipment within the assigned area.
Maintains building and grounds security within the assigned cleaning area and notifies proper authorities in case of emergency.
Communicates in writing with the Head Custodian as required.
Performs grounds work in surrounding areas, including raking, sweeping, shoveling, snow removal, and maintaining shrubs, trees, and other vegetation.
Performs minor repair work on buildings or equipment, or assists maintenance staff when necessary.
Assists staff, students, and the visiting public utilizing facilities, where necessary.
Responsible for snow removal outside of regular work hours.
Performs other related duties as required by the Head Custodian.