Facilities Serviceperson

Broward County Public Schools•Coral Springs, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Serviceperson performs semi-skilled heavy cleaning and other assigned work to maintain the cleanliness, orderliness, appearance, and safe condition of schools and buildings. Work includes cleaning and sanitizing assigned areas, handling waste, maintaining floors and furniture, operating heavy cleaning equipment, moving and storing supplies and furniture, and identifying maintenance needs. The position is based at Coral Park Elementary in Coral Springs. The work year and hours are established by the School Board; the posting lists a 261-day work calendar and a night-shift differential, if applicable. New hires are paid at the minimum of the assigned salary range.

Requirements

Ability to complete Broward County Public Schools’ Basic Facilities Service job-related training program and earn 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 perform heavy lifting and climb ladders to replace light bulbs and air-conditioning equipment 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, 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, including moving garbage cans or compactor bags to dumpsters.
Wash and sanitize restroom and shower-room fixtures and replenish soap, towels, and other supplies.
Replace light bulbs, fluorescent lamps, fuses, and worn or depleted dispensers and other items; clean light fixtures and remove and clean filters.
Dust, wipe, wash, and wax furniture 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 throughout the school or center.
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 cleaning equipment by lubricating parts, replacing rotary brushes, cleaning equipment, and storing it safely and securely.
Receive and assist with unloading supplies and furniture and store them properly; inform the supervisor of needed supplies.
Identify building, mechanical, and structural problems requiring service or maintenance; inform the immediate supervisor of needs and call in maintenance work orders as directed.
Practice and promote safety, ensure a safe work area, and adhere to safety rules and procedures.
Complete projects competently and accurately record time and materials used.
Comply with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies, federal and state laws, and School Board policies.
Participate in training to enhance job-related skills and proficiency, and review current developments and technical information related to job responsibilities.
Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or designee.