Facilities Serviceperson

Broward County Public Schools•Pompano Beach, FL

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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 buildings. The role includes cleaning assigned interior and exterior areas, handling trash, washing and sanitizing restroom facilities, caring for floors and furnishings, replacing supplies and fixtures, moving furniture, maintaining equipment, and reporting building or equipment problems. The employee follows safety procedures, records time and materials used, complies with applicable laws and School Board policies, participates in relevant training, and performs other duties as assigned.

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 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.
Empty 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 other building surfaces, including walls and walkways.
Perform heavy lifting, such as moving garbage cans and compactor bags to dumpsters.
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 fixtures, 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.
Routinely change air-conditioning filters and clean vents as necessary.
Maintain equipment by lubricating parts, replacing rotary brushes, cleaning equipment, and storing it safely and securely.
Receive and help unload supplies and furniture, store them properly, and inform the supervisor of needed supplies.
Identify building, mechanical-equipment, and structural problems requiring servicing or maintenance; inform the immediate supervisor and call in maintenance work orders as directed.
Practice and promote safety, maintain a safe work area, and ensure adherence to safety rules and procedures.
Complete projects competently and accurately record time and materials used.
Perform duties in compliance with the School Board’s equal employment and nondiscrimination policies, federal and state laws, and School Board policies.
Participate in training programs and review relevant developments, literature, and technical information to enhance skills and job proficiency.
Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or designee.