Long Term Substitute Custodian

POSITION SUMMARY: The Custodial Staff is responsible for maintaining an environmentally safe, secure, and clean building that is conducive to learning.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follows all laws, regulations, rules, and procedures, and complies with the instructions and/or directives from his/her supervisor(s). 
• Monitor building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours. 
• Service, clean, and supply restrooms. 
• Gather and empty trash. 
• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and/or vacuuming. 
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, to prevent damage to floors and fixtures. 
• Handle chemicals of any nature properly when preparing such as cleaning solutions, floor finishing chemicals, solvents, etc. 
• Assist in stripping, sealing, finishing, and polishing floors.  
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors in a timely manner or as needed. 
• Set up, arrange, and remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, and scaffolding to prepare facilities for events such as meetings, assemblies, and other school events
• Clean and polish high-profile areas such as drinking fountains or other areas such as counters, areas used to prepare or store food, etc. 
• Dusting high traffic, high visibility areas such as offices, teacher’s desks, tables, etc. Monitor corners for cobwebs, dead insects, etc. 
• Use common sense to move heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies if moving manually or by using hand trucks. 
• Assist with snow removal when required. 

CRITICAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES / QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess excellent skills in dealing with coworkers, supervisors, students, and school staff. 
• Must pay attention to detail and consistently demonstrate sound problem-solving skills. 
• Is self-motivated and displays initiative.  
• Must display good written and verbal communication skills in the English Language.  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to move about your work area to needed access materials and equipment.
• Must be able to travel to and from job-related functions as necessary.
• Must be able to adjust to changes in environmental conditions.
• Must be able to access all assigned work areas and locations.
• Must be able to lift as required.