Facilities Serviceperson

Broward County Public Schools•Pompano Beach, FL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Serviceperson performs semi-skilled work involving heavy cleaning such as mopping, scrubbing, stripping, refinishing, and other assigned duties to maintain the cleanliness, orderliness, appearance, and safe condition of schools and buildings in a responsible and accurate manner. This role involves cleaning all assigned areas, emptying trash, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, stripping and waxing floors, performing heavy lifting, washing and sanitizing restrooms, replacing light bulbs and cleaning fixtures, dusting and performing minor repairs on furniture, operating heavy equipment for floor maintenance, replacing various supplies and worn items, moving school furniture, changing air conditioning filters, maintaining equipment, receiving and unloading supplies, identifying building issues, and completing work orders. The position also requires practicing safety, completing projects competently, adhering to equal employment policies, participating in training, reviewing current developments, and following federal, state, and School Board laws and policies. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of an approved General Educational Development (GED) Testing Program or receipt of Special Diploma.
A minimum of two (2) years of successful work experience with the Broward County Public Schools in the position of facilities serviceperson aide.
Bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

Clean all areas assigned such as cafeteria, restrooms, offices, gymnasium, halls, outside areas, and others as scheduled and according to custodial standards.
Empty containers of trash and debris from offices, classrooms, hallways, repair shops, etc., carry garbage cans, and compactor bags to dumpster and dispose of properly.
Sweep, mop, brush, vacuum, strip and wax floors, including walls, walkways and other building surfaces.
Perform heavy lifting such as removing garbage cans or compactor bags to the dumpster.
Wash and sanitize sinks, toilets, showers, plumbing fixtures and other restroom/shower-room facilities and replenish supplies of soap, towels, etc.
Replace light bulbs or florescent lights and clean fixtures; remove and clean filters.
Dust, wipe, wash and wax furniture such as desks, chairs, tables, filing cabinets, chalkboards and trays, etc. and perform minor repair work, as needed.
Operate heavy equipment in stripping and sealing floors in the gymnasium and on the stage; heavy duty wash and dry vacuums to prepare floors throughout the school/center.
Replace light bulbs, fluorescent lamps, fuses, soap and towel receptacles and other worn or depleted items.
Move or transport school furniture, such as chairs, file cabinets, desks, and television monitors.
Change air conditioning filters routinely and clean vents, as necessary.
Maintain equipment in a satisfactory condition by lubricating parts properly, replacing rotary brushes, cleaning, as necessary, and storing them safely and securely.
Receive and assist with unloading supplies, furniture, etc. and store properly.
Inform supervisor of needed supplies.
Identify building equipment, mechanical equipment and structural problems which require servicing or maintenance.
Inform immediate supervisor of needs and call-in maintenance work orders as directed by facility administrator.
Practice safety continuously and ensure that a safe working area exists.
Complete all projects in a competent manner by ensuring proper recording of time and materials used.
Perform and promote all activities in compliance with the equal employment and non-discrimination policies of The School Board of Broward County, Florida.
Participate, in training programs offered to enhance the individual's skills and proficiency related to the job responsibilities.
Review current developments, literature and technical sources of information related to job responsibilities.
Ensure adherence to safety rules and procedures.
Follow federal and state laws, as well as School Board policies.
Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor, or designee.