Night Custodian

Ashland Public Schools•Ashland, MA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the overall cleanliness, sanitation, security, safety and maintenance of the assigned facilities, buildings, grounds and equipment. Employee monitors supply and equipment inventories, facility rentals, and HVAC systems within the school facility. The employee may be required to report to work before, during, and after serious inclement weather. The employee may be directed to perform other duties, as required to meet the needs of the school district.

Requirements

Must have a High School diploma or equivalent.
One to three years experience in cleaning and custodial work.
Must have experience in snow removal, to include the operation of snow removal equipment.
A valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

Responsibilities

Ensure safety and functionality of the school by setting up tables, chairs and trash receptacles.
Remove trash, sweep and/or mop up spills and debris throughout the school.
Clean the cafeteria following the lunch period by removing trash; breaking down tables and chairs; sweeping and scrubbing floors; and cleaning counters, sinks, walls and windows within the cafeteria.
Perform cleaning and monitor the restrooms to ensure health and safety standards are upheld.
Follow Universal Precautions and sanitation procedures when handling the cleanup of bodily fluid spills.
Unclog plumbing and waste traps as needed.
Prepares for meetings and events as assigned, coordinates with administrative staff to determine proper furniture arrangement, technical equipment required, or other needs required.
Prepares room setups for graduations, town elections, school committee meetings, and other various events.
Opens and closes buildings, ensures the security of buildings, closes and locks windows and doors, sets security alarms, and turns off lights.
Removes snow, ice, leaves, dirt and debris from walkways and stairs to maintain safe entry into school buildings for visitors, staff and students.
Submits School Dude requests for location when in need of supplies.
Attends job training, as required by state laws and regulations.
Change light bulbs as required.
Paints throughout school buildings and properties, as assigned.
Stocks and delivers paper supplies to offices.
Strips, seals, buffs, and waxes floors within school buildings.
Raises and lowers flags at school buildings for half-mast notifications.
Assists departments with moving files and boxes.
Assists in regulating heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide appropriate temperatures for the season.
Responsible for conserving energy whenever possible, to include electricity, water, and fuel consumption.
Reports all required maintenance repairs to the department head through the use of SchoolDude software or contacts their immediate supervisor directly if it’s an emergency.