Facilities Serviceperson

Broward County Public Schools•Forest Hills, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs semi-skilled, heavy cleaning and related custodial work to maintain the cleanliness, orderliness, appearance, and safe condition of schools and buildings. Work includes cleaning assigned indoor and outdoor areas, caring for floors and furnishings, operating heavy cleaning equipment, moving and receiving supplies and furniture, and identifying maintenance needs. The employee follows safety procedures, records time and materials, complies with applicable laws and School Board policies, participates in relevant training, and performs other duties as assigned. The position is at Forest Hills Elementary in Coral Springs. It is classified as nonexempt and follows a 261-day work calendar; hours are established by the School Board. The hourly rate is $15.84–$27.29, with a stated night-shift differential of $0.35 if applicable. New hires start at the minimum of the assigned salary range.

Requirements

Ability to complete Broward County Public Schools’ Basic Facilities Service job-related training program and obtain Basic Facilities Service certification within the employment probationary period.
Ability to perform custodial work.
Ability to operate labor-saving equipment, including shampoo and scrubbing machines, wet and dry vacuums, and other heavy labor-saving devices.
Ability to perform heavy lifting and climb ladders to replace light bulbs and air-conditioning filters.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions in English concerning cleaning and equipment operation.
Ability to work well with others.
Computer skills as required for the position.

Nice To Haves

Standard high school diploma, satisfactory completion of an approved GED testing program, or receipt of a Special Diploma.
At least two years of successful work experience with Broward County Public Schools as a facilities serviceperson aide.
Bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

Clean assigned areas, including cafeterias, restrooms, offices, gymnasiums, halls, and outside areas, according to custodial standards and schedules.
Empty and dispose of trash and debris, carrying garbage cans and compactor bags to the dumpster.
Sweep, mop, brush, vacuum, strip, and wax floors, walls, walkways, and other building surfaces.
Perform heavy lifting, including moving garbage cans and compactor bags to the dumpster.
Wash and sanitize sinks, toilets, showers, plumbing fixtures, and other restroom or shower-room facilities; replenish soap, towels, and other supplies.
Replace light bulbs, fluorescent lamps, fuses, soap and towel receptacles, and other worn or depleted items; clean light fixtures and filters.
Dust, wipe, wash, and wax furniture and other items, and perform minor repairs as needed.
Operate heavy equipment to strip and seal gymnasium and stage floors, and use heavy-duty wash and dry vacuums to prepare floors.
Move or transport school furniture and equipment, including chairs, file cabinets, desks, and television monitors.
Change air-conditioning filters routinely and clean vents as necessary.
Maintain cleaning equipment by lubricating parts, replacing rotary brushes, cleaning equipment, and storing it safely and securely.
Receive and help unload supplies and furniture, and store them properly.
Inform the supervisor of needed supplies and identify building, mechanical, equipment, or structural problems requiring service or maintenance.
Inform the immediate supervisor of needs and call in maintenance work orders as directed by the facility administrator.
Practice and promote workplace safety and ensure a safe working area.
Complete projects competently and record time and materials used properly.
Comply with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies, safety rules and procedures, federal and state laws, and School Board policies.
Participate in training programs and review current developments, literature, and technical information relevant to job responsibilities.
Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or designee.