Custodian

Substitute Custodian

Department:
Maintenance
Job Status:
Full Time
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Reports To:

Maintenance Director or Assistant Maintenance Director
Grade/Level: Classified
Amount of

Travel Required:

Varies
Job Type: Regular
Positions Supervised:
None

Work Schedule:

Position may be part-time. Schedule according to shift. Includes a 30-minute lunch and two 15-minute breaks daily.

Keep buildings and grounds in clean and orderly condition, and perform other custodial duties as required.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement:
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Service, clean, and supply restrooms and cafeterias, as assigned.
• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
• Gather and empty trash.
• Operate power equipment such as wet-vacs, scrubbers, buffers, or other equipment that is used in building maintenance.
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Prepare cleaning solutions according to specifications.
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using appropriate supplies and techniques.
• Notify supervisors concerning the need for minor or major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
• Requisition supplies or equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
• Dust and clean furniture, walls, machines, or equipment.
• Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.
• Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.
• Steam clean or shampoo carpets.
• Move heavy furniture, equipment, or supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks.
• Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways, or parking areas using appropriate tools/equipment or by spreading snow melting chemicals.
• Monitor building security and safety by performing tasks such as locking doors after operating hours, setting alarm systems, or checking to ensure that hazards are not created that may result in injury to others.
• Set up and arrange furniture, staging, or other equipment to prepare facilities for school events.
• Make adjustments to heating and cooling systems.
• Drive school vehicles as required to travel to or to perform cleaning work.
• Report to the proper authorities any cases of suspected child endangerment, neglect, or abuse.
• Report suspected bullying to building principal or designee as required by Arkansas law and district policies.
• Adhere to all policies of the District.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Director or Assistant Maintenance Director-Custodial.

Competency Statements:

• Regular attendance
  - Exhibiting regular attendance in order to perform duties in a satisfactory manner.
• Punctuality
  - Ability to report to work on time on a day-to-day basis.
• Communication, Oral
  - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Communication, Written
  - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
• Decision Making
  - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
• Detail Oriented
  - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Friendly
  - Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others.
• Honesty / Integrity
  - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Initiative
  - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
• Loyal
  - The trait of feeling a sense of duty to the employer.
• Reliability
  - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Responsible
  - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.
• Safety Awareness
  - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Self-Motivated
  - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one's ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
• Time Management
  - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.

Experience:

No prior experience necessary.

Computer

Skills:

Shall be able to demonstrate an acceptable level of proficiency with computers and programs associated with the position.

Physical Demands:
Stand:
Constantly
Walk:
Constantly
Sit:
Occasionally
Manually Manipulate:
Constantly
Reach Outward:
Frequently
Reach Above Shoulder:
Frequently
Climb:
Occasionally
Crawl:
Occasionally
Squat or Kneel:
Occasionally
Bend:
Occasionally
Grasp:
Constantly
Speak:
Occasionally

Lift/Carry: 10 lbs or less frequently; 11-20 lbs frequently; 21-50 lbs occasionally; 51-100 lbs occasionally; over 100 lbs occasionally.

Push/Pull: 12 lbs or less frequently; 13-25 lbs…