Facilities Serviceperson

Broward County Public Schools•Fort Lauderdale, FL

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Serviceperson performs semi-skilled heavy cleaning and related custodial work to maintain the cleanliness, orderliness, appearance, and safety of schools and other buildings. The role includes cleaning assigned indoor and outdoor areas; handling waste; cleaning, sanitizing, and replenishing restroom supplies; maintaining floors, furniture, fixtures, and equipment; moving and receiving supplies and furniture; and identifying building or equipment issues that require service. The position also involves following safety requirements, recording time and materials, completing required training, and carrying out other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor or designee. Salary and benefits are provided in accordance with the District’s approved compensation plan. The work year and hours are established by the School Board.

Requirements

Ability to complete the Basic Facilities Service job-related training program offered by Broward County Public Schools and obtain Basic Facilities Service certification within the employment probationary period.
Ability to perform custodial work.
Ability to operate labor-saving devices, including shampoo and scrubbing machines, wet and dry vacuums, and other heavy labor-saving equipment.
Ability to do heavy lifting and climb ladders to replace light bulbs and air-conditioning equipment filters.
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, satisfactory completion of an approved General Educational Development (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.
Collect and properly dispose of trash and debris, including carrying garbage cans and compactor bags to dumpsters.
Sweep, mop, brush, vacuum, strip, and wax floors and clean walls, walkways, and other building surfaces.
Perform heavy lifting, including moving garbage cans and compactor bags to dumpsters.
Wash and sanitize sinks, toilets, showers, plumbing fixtures, and other restroom or shower-room facilities, and replenish soap, towels, and other supplies.
Replace light bulbs and fluorescent lamps, clean fixtures, and remove and clean filters.
Dust, wipe, wash, and wax furniture and items such as desks, chairs, tables, filing cabinets, chalkboards, and trays; 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 throughout the school or center.
Replace fuses, soap and towel receptacles, and other worn or depleted items.
Move or transport school furniture and equipment, including chairs, file cabinets, desks, and television monitors.
Routinely change air-conditioning filters and clean vents as necessary.
Maintain equipment by lubricating parts, replacing rotary brushes, cleaning equipment as needed, and storing it safely and securely.
Receive and assist with unloading supplies and furniture, and store them properly.
Inform the supervisor of supply needs and identify building, mechanical, 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 safety continuously, maintain a safe work area, and follow safety rules and procedures.
Complete projects competently and ensure proper recording of time and materials used.
Perform and promote activities in compliance with the School Board of Broward County, Florida’s equal employment and nondiscrimination policies.
Participate in training programs to enhance skills and proficiency related to job responsibilities.
Review current developments, literature, and technical sources related to job responsibilities.
Follow federal and state laws and School Board policies.
Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or designee.