Custodian – Day Shift - Job #7480

Sierra Vista Unified School District•Sierra Vista, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Sierra Vista Unified School District is seeking passionate, dedicated individuals to join our team as a Custodian. This is a part-time position, working 4 hours a day, Monday through Friday. The role involves maintaining a sanitary, safe, and attractive environment for students and staff by cleaning district and school facilities. Responsibilities include daily operations such as opening/closing facilities, performing minor maintenance, and utilizing a computer tablet for work-related tasks. The district offers competitive salaries, incentives, paid holidays and leave, and exceptional employee benefits and resources within a culture of caring and support.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience in the custodial trade including the use of cleaning materials and working knowledge of modern cleaning methods, equipment, tools, and materials
Ability to obtain a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Ability to use modern equipment, tools, and materials used in custodial duties with skill and efficiency.
Ability to perform heavy work for an extended period.
Ability to understand and follow a work schedule and written directions.
Knowledge of accepted custodial procedures and methods.
Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions.
Ability to operate computer equipment for email communications, word processing, data management, and other assigned tasks as related to the position.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations.
Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents, and community members.
Utilize, with fidelity, the District Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) program at the building level.

Responsibilities

Clean district or school facilities (i.e., classrooms, offices, restrooms, grounds, etc.) to maintain a sanitary, safe, attractive environment.
Perform daily operations, as applicable to work hours, (i.e., opening/closing gates, building access doors, arming/disarming security systems, raising/lowering flags, move wheeled crosswalk signs, conduct minor maintenance repairs, etc.) to ensure the facility is operational and safe for students and staff.
Clean and dust walls, furniture, woodwork, and other equipment.
Pick up trash and other unsightly items and sweep walks/entrances in immediate area surrounding school facility.
Clean, disinfect, and reset restrooms.
Clean windows, door glass, and drinking fountains.
Clean and polish metalwork such as door panels and hand railings.
Empty and reset waste containers.
Move or rearrange chairs, tables, desks, furniture, and other equipment.
Replace light bulbs.
Make minor repairs or adjustments, when applicable, to classroom furniture.
Utilize a provided computer tablet to scan QR codes, write/send work texts, check work email, and photograph work areas as needed.
Report safety, sanitary, and fire hazards to the supervisor.
Inspect equipment, before use, for safety and operational condition, and perform preventive maintenance or recommend replacement action to Lead Custodian and/or Custodial Area Supervisor.
Respond to emergencies to resolve immediate custodial safety concerns.
Ensure information obtained through the course of duties associated with this position, is held in the highest of confidentiality.
Perform all duties in accordance with Federal and State laws, district procedures, and Board policies, including mandatory reporting procedures.