Custodian Custer County Schools

Responsible for cleaning the facilities, including trash removal, floor cleaning, general cleaning, and sanitizing; sets up for special events; develops and promotes good relations among staff and community

The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.

• Reports consistently for work as scheduled
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Assists in cafeteria and other areas during the workday assignment as directed
• Assists students and staff with items such as lockers, doors, desks, lights, etc. and performs minor repairs as needed
• Assists with safety drills, scenarios, and real‑life situations as needed and directed
• Attends training and in‑service meetings
• Cleans hazards, including bodily fluids, spills, etc. per best practices and current regulations
• Cleans, dusts, and straightens desks; cleans counters, toilets, sinks, whiteboards, cove bases, blinds, walls, furniture, vents, windows, mirrors, carpet, floors, and other items as needed and assigned
• Ensures facilities are safe and operational for students, staff, and the community
• Moves, relocates, and transports materials, furniture, and equipment as needed and assigned
• Performs any duties as assigned associated with building upkeep including painting, and other non‑routine maintenance tasks
• Processes and completes internal work requests
• Removes and disposes of trash in facilities and on grounds
• Reports minor and major building and facility‑related discrepancies or areas of need
• Sanitizes rooms and facilities where applicable, including but not limited to restrooms, water fountains, gymnasiums, pools, and locker rooms, etc.
• Sets up for regular and special events as directed
• Vacuums, shampoos, sweeps, strips, buffs, dusts, mops, etc. floors and stairs as needed

• Ability to access, input, and retrieve information in various software systems
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to manage simultaneous demands
• Ability to operate and care for mechanized cleaning equipment
• Ability to operate standard custodial equipment, performing a wide range of custodial tasks
• Ability to recognize safety issues in the workplace
• Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities
• Ability to work independently on assignments
• Ability to work well with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions, as well as the student body
• Demonstrates discernment, excellence, honesty, integrity, patience, perseverance, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness
• Detail‑oriented
• Excellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem‑solving skills
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn about cleaning equipment, supplies, and chemicals
• Organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills
• Some knowledge of custodial tasks of facilities, grounds, and equipment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a staff member typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. They are included for informational purposes and are not all‑inclusive.

• The noise level in the work environment may alternate among quiet, moderate, and loud.
• The incumbent is frequently required to interact in person and through communication methods with the students, public, and/or other staff.
• The incumbent is required to work scheduled school/work hours and/or days.
• The incumbent may be required to work extended school/work hours and/or days as directed.
• Work is generally performed indoors and outdoors and on school/building grounds.
• The incumbent may experience exposure to dust, fumes, and chemical cleaners.

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