ROVING CUSTODIAN

Minidoka County School District•Rupert, ID

78d•Onsite

About The Position

The Roving Custodian performs routine custodial, maintenance, cleaning, and grounds-keeping tasks in school buildings and grounds to maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe environment. Additionally, an employee in this class will be assigned to other maintenance duties in District facilities. The primary duties of this class are performed in a public-school building environment and include use of electrically powered cleaning equipment and cleaning substances that may involve related hazards and outdoor work in inclement weather conditions. Performs basic and routine custodial duties at various buildings and property throughout Minidoka County Schools. Work schedules may vary, depending on position and departmental needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent required
Valid Idaho driver’s license
Knowledge of methods, materials, tools and standard practices of cleaning and maintaining public buildings
Knowledge of preparation, use, and disposal of chemical cleaning agents
Knowledge of appropriate use of cleaning agent for varied surface types
Knowledge of safety procedures when cleaning and moving furniture
Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and standard practices of grounds and yard maintenance
Ability to follow written and oral instructions and observe department policies and procedures
Ability to operate, maintain and perform minor repairs to powered custodial equipment including, but not limited to, vacuums, strippers, waxes, buffers, shampoo cleaners, extractors, and power washers
Ability to operate hand cleaning equipment including, but not limited to, brooms, dust and wet mops, dust pans, and dusters
Ability to operate, maintain, and perform minor repairs to grounds-keeping equipment including, but not limited to, mowers, edges, weed-cutters, irrigation systems, blowers, and related equipment
Ability to operate hand and power tools
Ability to operate a personal computer using program applications appropriate to assigned duties
Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other employees
Possession of a valid Idaho Motor Vehicle Operator's License
Insurability by the District's liability insurance carrier

Responsibilities

Sweeps and mops floors, including restrooms, classrooms, hallways, offices, multi-purpose rooms, cafeterias and food preparation areas, science and computer labs, art rooms, music classrooms, meeting rooms, and related rooms
Vacuums carpeted floors
Strips and waxes floors and shampoos carpets on regular maintenance schedule
Dusts and wipes off surfaces, including chalkboards and whiteboards
Cleans and sanitizes restroom areas, including toilets, sinks, mirrors, privacy dividers, walls and floors
Maintains supply levels in restrooms, including toilet paper, paper towels, and soap
Washes walls, windows and surface areas
Empties and cleans trash containers, including transporting bagged waste to outside trash receptacles
Cleans light fixtures and replaces bulbs
Cleans and polishes mirrors, wood, and other special reflective and decorative surfaces
Cleans spills, spot cleans carpets, and removes graffiti as needed
Cleans and maintains custodial equipment
Maintains sufficient inventory of cleaning supplies
Assists in moving and setting up furniture and equipment
Unloads supplies, paper stocks, books, and inventory items
Maintains and regulates HVAC systems to provide building temperatures appropriate to the season and to ensure economical use of fuel, water, and electricity
Maintains grounds, including sidewalks, playgrounds, parking lots, common areas, and planting areas, by picking up litter and trash, mowing grass, weeding planting areas, and irrigating
Performs snow removal duties, including sanding and salting walkways
Locks and unlocks buildings to maintain security and prevent vandalism
Performs minor maintenance including, but not limited to, changing light bulbs, minor plumbing and electrical repairs, painting, and classroom repairs
Maintains playground equipment, including performing minor maintenance and safety checks
Sets up for and breaks down after special events
Maintains work orders, maintenance, and inspection records and documentation
Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with District policies, procedures, and safety practices
Other duties as assigned