Summary

Performs custodial maintenance and cleaning within the school building; Supervises the work of others assigned to the custodial staff at the school; Serves as the Head Custodian in an elementary school or may serve as lead custodian for the supervision of evening shift at a middle or high school

Essential Duties

Performs work necessary to maintain the building and ground in an acceptable condition
Prioritizes and assigns work for self and other custodial staff
Instructs custodial staff in the proper use of supplies and equipment
Cleans light fixtures, windows, walls, furniture, blinds, bleachers and stadium
Utilizes various equipment for scrubbing, buffing and waxing floors
Prepares for and cleans up after events scheduled in the school building during the day and/or at night
Operates carpet cleaning and maintenance equipment
Performs all procedures involved in: (a)shutting off the electrical power, water, and gas main to the building, (b) Igniting pilot light on kitchen appliances and the boiler
Leads other custodial staff in the absence of the Building Custodian III at the middle or high school level
Orders and maintains an adequate inventory
Performs minor repairs as may be required Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Required Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Certification/Licensure

None required

Experience Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of custodial experience required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Knowledge of cleaning methods, supplies, and appropriate use of supplies and equipment
Ability to operate various equipment used for cleaning floors and carpets
Ability to operate heating and ventilating equipment
Ability to lead other custodial staff as assigned
Must be able to understand and follow directions both written and verbal

Working Conditions

Regular exposure to weather including heat, cold, dampness, and/or humidity

Physical Demands

Typically requires climbing ladders; pushing and/or pulling
Must have sufficient strength and manual dexterity to operate equipment used to clean floors and carpets
Must be able to lift, push, and/or pull in excess of 50 pounds
Must be able to stand, crouch, and climb to use ladders and perform various types of manual labor

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Building Custodian II