Part-time Custodian

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Decatur, GA, US

Summary of Position:

The candidate must have the ability to operate cleaning machines such as buffers, scrubbers, vacuums, and an understanding of the essential procedures of cleaning and sanitizing. The selected candidate must have the ability to carry out all assigned tasks in a manner of excellence to ensure a safe and clean learning environment for all stakeholders. The candidate must also be able to work cooperatively with the team in a professional manner.

Description of Responsibilities & Duties:

• Conducts routine building inspections daily and identifies areas requiring follow‑up action.
• Informs Maintenance Supervisor immediately of areas requiring action.
• Performs clean‑up tasks on surrounding grounds and structures.
• Performs daily cleaning tasks, including dusting, mopping, vacuuming, and cleaning restrooms.
• Maintains, cleans, and sanitizes all interior and exterior areas of the school.
• Cleans, shampoos, and/or disinfects carpets, rugs, and restrooms in accordance with established procedures.
• Opens and secures building; sets security alarm.
• Receives and stores school custodial supplies.
• Dusts and polishes furniture, window ledges, and all horizontal surfaces.
• Assists in setting up facilities for special events.
• Moves materials, equipment, and furniture as necessary.
• Ensures floors are cleaned, mopped, stripped, and waxed as necessary.
• Maintains equipment to ensure proper working condition and cleanliness; stores equipment as appropriate.
• Required to have prompt, regular attendance for scheduled shifts during regular business hours.
• Performs other duties as assigned by an appropriate administrator or their representative.

Physical Abilities and

Working Conditions:

• Vision ability required to perform custodial duties. May be required to work in areas with poor lighting.
• Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions.
• Ability to be understood in face‑to‑face communications, to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a two‑way radio or telephone.
• Requires repeated reaching by extending hand(s) and/or arm(s) in any direction. Climbing ladders or scaffolds.
• Using equipment requiring high dexterity. Requires feeling to perceive object size, shape, temperature or texture by means of senses in your skin.
• Moderate lifting or carrying 26-50 lbs. or less on a regular basis.
• High dust, dirt, grease environment. Regular exposure to moving machinery and/or vehicles. Works with poor ventilation or with regular exposure to odors. Regular exposure to chemicals, solvents. Regular exposure to weather including heat, cold, dampness and/or humidity.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal or basic written instructions. Ability to learn and apply safety procedures and standards.
• Requires extensive safety training and/or protective devices.

Education:

• High school diploma with 2-5 years of relevant experience required.
• Experience as custodian.