Custodian

Academy School District 20 • Colorado Springs, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This Custodian position at Academy International Elementary School is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and operational readiness of facilities, including trash removal, floor care, general cleaning, and sanitizing. The role also involves setting up for special events and fostering positive relationships with staff and the community. The incumbent must complete training in Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and blood-borne pathogens within two months of hire. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day, 260 days per year, Monday-Friday.

Requirements

• High school graduate -high school diploma or equivalent
• Incumbent must 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
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to manage simultaneous demands
• Ability to operate and care for mechanized cleaning equipment
• Ability to operate standard custodial equipment, performing a wide range of custodial tasks
• Ability to recognize safety issues in the workplace
• Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities
• Ability to work independently on assignments
• Ability to work well with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions, as well as the student body
• Demonstrates discernment, excellence, honesty, integrity, patience, perseverance, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness
• Detail-oriented
• Excellent 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 of facilities, grounds, and equipment

Responsibilities

• Responsible for cleaning the facilities, including trash removal, floor cleaning, general cleaning, and sanitizing
• Sets up for special events
• Develops and promotes good relations among staff and community
• Reports consistently for work as scheduled
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
• Assists in cafeteria and other areas during the workday assignment as directed
• Assists students and staff with items such as lockers, doors, desks, lights, etc. and performs minor repairs as needed
• Assists with safety drills, scenarios, and real-life situations as needed and directed
• Attends training and in-service meetings
• Cleans hazards, including bodily fluids, spills, etc. per best practices and current regulations
• Cleans, dusts, and straightens desks; cleans counters, toilets, sinks, whiteboards, cove bases, blinds, walls, furniture, vents, windows, mirrors, carpet, floors, and other items as needed and assigned
• Ensures facilities are safe and operational for students, staff, and the community
• Monitors water, electrical, sewer, HVAC, etc. and assists in emergency shut off as needed
• Moves, relocates, and transports materials, furniture, and equipment as needed and assigned
• Mows lawns and trims and edges around walks and structures as directed
• Performs any duties as assigned associated with building upkeep including painting, and other non-routine maintenance tasks
• Performs crossing guard duties as directed
• Processes and completes internal work requests
• Removes and disposes of trash in facilities and on grounds
• Removes snow and ice
• Reports minor and major building and facility-related discrepancies or areas of need
• Sanitizes rooms and facilities where applicable, including but not limited to restrooms, water fountains, gymnasiums, pools and locker rooms, etc.
• Sets up for regular and special events as directed
• Vacuums, shampoos, sweeps, strips, buffs, dusts, mops, etc. floors and stairs as needed

Benefits

• Full-time - Regular Benefits Eligibility
• For more information on our benefits, please visit Employee Benefits | Academy District 20 (asd20.org).
• Explanations of benefits and benefits eligibility can be found in the most recent benefits guide on the Employee Benefits page of the ASD20 website.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees