Custodian - Cleveland

Job Description

Cedar Rapids Community School District, Cleveland Elementary School, Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Hiawatha Custodian I 2:30pm-11:00pm

• Assume responsibility for the building in the absence of the engineer
• Take down flag and care of school no parking signs
• General cleaning: sweeping, emptying waste receptacles, cleaning toilet facilities, filling dispensers, cleaning carpets and blinds
• Clean light fixtures and replace bulbs
• Do yard work: grass mowing, weeding, trimming, general clean up
• Keep walks and entries clear of ice and snow
• Help with receiving, storing, and delivering supplies for the building and cafeteria
• Move and arrange furniture for school functions
• Respond to alarm calls
• Carry out additional requests of principal and building engineer as needed

• Knowledge of modern cleaning methods and use and care of materials, tools, and equipment
• Ability to perform minor building and equipment repairs
• Ability to plan, organize, and carry out work schedules efficiently
• Physical strength, stamina, endurance for vigorous manual work, climb stairs, lift heavy loads
• Must pass Physical Capacity Profile tests
• Neat appearance and good work habits
• Function with minimum instruction and supervision after brief induction
• Hours vary depending on location and assignment
• Ability to read, write, understand English
• Computer literacy required
• Above list not all inclusive

• Ability to solve problems effectively
• Interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram or schedule form

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, colleagues, community members, staff, students
• Speak clearly and concisely in oral and written communication
• Perform duties with awareness of district requirements and Board of Education policies

Physical demands include standing, walking, climbing, using hands, squatting, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing/pulling, and lifting/moving heavy objects. Specific examples: climb ladder with tool belt (~10 lb), shoveling 30 lb, push/pull 40 lb, lift 50–70 lb. May require exerting up to 100 lbs occasionally.

Usually quiet; may work in areas with hearing protection required. Works on surfaces: tile, wood, terrazzo, concrete. Occasional outdoor work in hot or cold weather, rain, snow, sleet, icy conditions. Damp surfaces.

Hourly rate: $21.51 per hour. Classification:
Category B of salary schedule.

The Cedar Rapids Community School district is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability. Federal law obligates the employer to provide reasonable accommodations for known disabilities of applicants unless undue hardship. Contact for accommodation:
Executive Director of Human Resources, 319‑558‑2747.

Salary and benefits per agreement with Local 199, Service Employees International Union, including health care package, paid vacation, IPERS retirement program, etc.

High School Diploma or equivalent.