D2 YARDMAN

Albuquerque Public Schools•Albuquerque, NM

45d•$16

About The Position

ONLY CURRENT APS CUSTODIAL EMPLOYEES MAY APPLY Outside candidates or non D schedule employees please apply to the Substitute Custodian (Full Time Position) position that is posted under job type Custodian. Maintains a clean and safe environment at the assigned location for students, APS staff and the community. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Incumbent must achieve the following outcomes with or without reasonable accommodation: Cleans all areas as directed by an immediate supervisor according to established procedures. Ensures custodial work is performed efficiently and safely and that resulting work improves the safety and cleanliness of all areas. Complies with local laws and APS procedures for the storage and disposal of supplies, chemicals, trash and waste; safely handles chemicals according to chemical directions and APS policy. Sweeps and mops floors, walkways, steps and porches and de-ices and shovels snow on walkways as needed. Performs minor maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs and tubes, unplugging plumbing fixtures and other similar duties. Notifies immediate supervisor regarding emergencies, graffiti and other vandalism on property. Opens and closes gates and buildings, examines and inspects doors, windows, buildings and property. Safeguards assigned keys and ensures the security of grounds; provides notification to APS police of departure time of working night shift and other security concerns. Moves limited furniture, supplies and equipment as necessary and requests assistance as needed. Properly maintains, transports, and stores custodial equipment, supplies and chemicals according to APS policy; notifies supervisors of need for supply and equipment replacement. Sets up/takes down tables, chairs, and bleachers and related duties as instructed by immediate supervisor. Reports any accidents, hazardous situations or malfunctioning equipment to appropriate personnel as soon as possible. Waters plants, mows lawns, trims shrubs, cuts weeds, rakes and performs other outdoor duties as assigned; operates and handles all equipment, tools and supplies in a safe manner. Provides service for emergency work or overtime as needed.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Two years experience in custodial operations.
Valid New Mexico driver's license with insurable driving record.
Completion of the custodial training program; all custodians are also required to complete a mandatory APS asbestos awareness training.

Nice To Haves

Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
Flexibility, organization, decision-making and problem solving skills.
Interpersonal skills with diverse populations in-person and on the telephone.
Ability to meet deadlines and work within established schedules.
Completion of the custodial training program; all custodians are also required to complete a mandatory APS asbestos awareness training.
Ability to communicate effectively in written form; ability to read written instructions on labels, work orders, memos, schedules, and instructions from school personnel.
Must have basic math abilities related to the performance of essential functions.
Ability to measure and accurately use measuring devices.
Ability to work well independently, as well as part of a team.
Ability to identify emergency situations and report to appropriate personnel.

Responsibilities

Cleans all areas as directed by an immediate supervisor according to established procedures.
Ensures custodial work is performed efficiently and safely and that resulting work improves the safety and cleanliness of all areas.
Complies with local laws and APS procedures for the storage and disposal of supplies, chemicals, trash and waste; safely handles chemicals according to chemical directions and APS policy.
Sweeps and mops floors, walkways, steps and porches and de-ices and shovels snow on walkways as needed.
Performs minor maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs and tubes, unplugging plumbing fixtures and other similar duties.
Notifies immediate supervisor regarding emergencies, graffiti and other vandalism on property.
Opens and closes gates and buildings, examines and inspects doors, windows, buildings and property.
Safeguards assigned keys and ensures the security of grounds; provides notification to APS police of departure time of working night shift and other security concerns.
Moves limited furniture, supplies and equipment as necessary and requests assistance as needed.
Properly maintains, transports, and stores custodial equipment, supplies and chemicals according to APS policy; notifies supervisors of need for supply and equipment replacement.
Sets up/takes down tables, chairs, and bleachers and related duties as instructed by immediate supervisor.
Reports any accidents, hazardous situations or malfunctioning equipment to appropriate personnel as soon as possible.
Waters plants, mows lawns, trims shrubs, cuts weeds, rakes and performs other outdoor duties as assigned; operates and handles all equipment, tools and supplies in a safe manner.
Provides service for emergency work or overtime as needed.