Custodian Night - Orion (4 hours)

Redwood City School DistrictRedwood City, CA
Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Operations Manager, perform routine cleaning and custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility.

Requirements

  • Sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above.
  • Knowledge of proper methods, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial work and routine maintenance.
  • Knowledge of requirements for maintaining school buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
  • Knowledge of appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
  • Knowledge of modern cleaning methods, including basic methods of cleaning and preserving floors, black boards, carpets, furniture, walls and fixtures.
  • Knowledge of proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
  • Ability to use cleaning materials, equipment and methods according to pre-determined standards.
  • Ability to learn and apply knowledge of the schedules, procedures and use of equipment and supplies used in custodial work.
  • Ability to maintain tools and equipment signed in clean working order and provide proper security.
  • Ability to perform minor non-technical repairs.
  • Ability to observe and report need for maintenance and repair.
  • Ability to perform heavy physical labor.
  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
  • Ability to meet schedules and time lines.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with others.
  • Ability to inspect and assure the security of facilities during assigned shift.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

  • Perform routine custodial activities at assigned District site or plant.
  • Clean classrooms, restrooms, showers, locker rooms, shops, cafeteria, gymnasium, offices and related facilities.
  • Sweep, mop, scrub, wax and polish concrete, linoleum, tile and wood floors, door panels and hand railings.
  • Wash windows and walls; clean chalkboards; move and arrange furniture and equipment in preparing classrooms/multi-purpose rooms for special events or meetings.
  • Vacuum rugs and carpets; replace light bulbs and lighting tubes; clean venetian blinds, dust drapes and make minor, non-technical repairs as needed.
  • Raise and lower flag; lock and unlock doors and gates; set security system in assigned areas; maintain watering and irrigation schedule.
  • Report safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate authority; report need for maintenance repairs to appropriate authority; maintain security of building(s).
  • Pick up paper and debris; rake, sweep, water grounds, and clean walkways and entrances.
  • Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums, floor cleaning and polishing machines; clean tables, chairs and floors after lunch periods.
  • Set up gymnasium and/or athletic equipment for classes and events as required.
  • Respond to emergency cleanups such as spills and clogged drains; respond to call-backs in an emergency and where required.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.
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