HOT SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT
Job Description for
Custodian
DEPARTMENT: Maintenance & Transportation JOB STATUS: Full Time
POSITIONS SUPERVISED: N/A REPORTS TO: Principal and Assistant Superintendent of Maintenance and Transportation
GRADE/LEVEL: As assigned AMOUNT OF TRAVEL REQUIRED: See Essential Duties
WORK SCHEDULE: Per contracted days
POSITION SUMMARY
Under general supervision performs a variety of custodial duties in support of classroom and administrative operations. Responsibilities include, but may not be limited to, tasks required to maintain the cleanliness, good order, sanitary and safety for the physical plant and grounds. Custodial staff must be capable of working reliably and independently to carry out assigned tasks and work schedules. All maintenance and custodial employees are expected to display a good attitude with fellow employees, respect for co-workers and superiors, a friendly smile when working around and dealing with children, patience and kindness when dealing with problems relating to children and adults, desire to do a good job, willingness to learn and try new things, ability to follow directions, and an understanding that the principal or designee is in charge of the school and makes all decisions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
General duties of the custodian are to maintain safety and cleanliness of classrooms, restrooms, hallways, administrative offices, gyms, auditoriums and any other areas inside and outside each school. Routine work includes, but is not limited to, the following:
- To adhere to Federal, State and District Policies & Procedures Control
- To maintain interior and exterior care
- To monitor dusting; air quality concerns care
- To climb ladders to clean, retrieve or make repairs, dust, change light bulbs, cleaning light fixture
- sTo wash windows; for more detail procedures follow District and approved training procedures
- To provide floor care as needed
- To clean and sanitize restroom fixtures, hardware, tile, mirrors, partitions, floors, etc..
- To replace and stock restroom and locker room supplies as needed
- To set up tables, chairs, etc. for meetings and events as needed
- To move classroom and cafeteria furniture and other equipment as needed
- To use District approved and furnished chemicals in cleaning projects
- To use tools for repairs
- To report any damage to school property, maintenance needs, vandalism, safety concerns, housekeeping problems to supervisor daily
- To replace light bulbs and fluorescent tubes as needed; clean fixtures
- To load and unload supplies and equipment
- To assist in any maintenance work that is needed. (See attached Minor Maintenance List.)
- To perform any minor repair work (Identified on Minor Maintenance List)
- To lift and empty 55 gallon trash cans
- To know location and proper care and use of all fire fighting equipment
- To be responsible for the security of the classrooms and buildings
- To take care of renovation cleaning and maintenance during summer months
- To report any trouble or problems relating to the heating or cooling system immediately
- To clean all tools, supplies and equipment
- To relieve, assist, or fill in temporarily on other jobs as assigned by supervisor
- To follow time schedule
- To perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by employee’s supervisor, the principal, or the superintendent
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statements
*Knowledge of the schools and HSSD policies and procedures
*Evidence of strong commitment to quality education
*Evidence of strong organizational skills
*Evidence of strong oral and written communication skills
Education
Minimum of high school diploma or GED, with an accredited educational institution or job related experience. Other requirements per job description.
Experience
Once year of successful experience working with children.. Other requirements per job description.
Certificates & Licenses
Any valid certificate or license to comply with the necessary requirements to meet the position’s essential duties and responsibilities. (Could be N/A according to the position)
Computer Skills
N/A
Other Requirements
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the school community.
Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication.
Ability to perform duties with awareness of all federal, state, and district requirements.
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional documents. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to perform basic math operations to meet job expectations.
REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with situations appropriately to meet job expectations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Abilities Lift/Carry
Stand C 10 lbs or less C
Walk C 11 – 20 lbs F
Sit C 21 – 50 lbs F
Handling / Fingering C 51 – 100 lbs O
Reach Outward C Over 100 lbs O
Reach Above Shoulder F
Climb O
Crawl O
Squat or Kneel F
Bend F
Push / Pull
12 lbs or less F
13-25lbs F
26-40 lbs F
41-100lbs O
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.S+ hrs/day)
F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
Other Physical Requirements
Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth perception)
Sense of Sound (ability to converse with others, conduct telephone conversations)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform with the essential functions.
The HSSD HR Office has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the HSSD reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the HSSD may deem appropriate.
The Hot Springs School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
It is the policy of the Hot Springs School District not to discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices. |