Custodian- Gym Area

Starting Date: Immediately

Title: Custodian

Location: Espanola, New Mexico

Reports to: Principal and Manager/Director of Facilities, Assistant Manager of Facilities

Contract Length: 203 Days

Pay

Schedule:

Salary Pay Schedule

Hours: 7:03 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Union Status: Union

Licensure: N/A

To provide students and staff with a safe, attractive, comfortable, clean and efficient place in which to learn, play and work.

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Must be physically capable and willing to perform required tasks.
• Must possess acceptable attitude(s) towards staff, students, and parents.

Standard office equipment and vehicle for district travel. A district car may be used or if the employee uses his/her own vehicle mileage reimbursement is available.

Regularly required to walk, talk and listen; frequently stand and sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Ability to lift and/or carry up to 40 pounds. Approximate activities:
Standing 35%, Walking 60%, Sitting 5%.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

• Demonstrate dedication to job performance and complete tasks assigned.
• Accept direction and guidance from supervisory personnel.
• Adhere to work schedule.
• Keep buildings and premises, including sidewalks, driveways, and play area attractive and clean at all times.
• Regulate heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide temperature appropriate to the season and to ensure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity.
• Clear sidewalks, driveways, parking areas, and areas of snow and ice as needed.
• Hoist the United States and New Mexico flags daily before 8:00 a.m. and lower them in the evenings if not lighted.
• Sweep/vacuum floors daily.
• Clean corridors when conditions require and as directed.
• Wash all windows on both sides at least twice each year or when directed.
• Keep the grounds free of litter and visually inspect equipment for needed repairs.
• Perform yard keeping chores to include, but not limited to: grass cutting and tree trimming.
• Clean all chalkboards at least once a week.
• Initiate minor building repairs, when identified and/or assigned by principal or supervisor.
• Immediately report any damages to school property to the principal or supervisor.
• Assume responsibility for the opening and closing of the facility on a daily basis as assigned by supervisor and for determining, before leaving, that all doors and windows work properly and all non-safety lights must be turned off.
• Keep an inventory of supplies, equipment, and fuel on hand and submit a requisition to the principal on a timely basis.
• Conduct an ongoing program of general maintenance, upkeep, and repair of floors, including sanding and sealing of hardwood floors (gym floors where applicable).
• Move furniture or equipment within building as required for various activities and as directed by the principal or supervisor.
• Comply with local laws and procedures for the storage and disposal of trash, litter, and combustible fuels.
• Conduct periodic safety inspections of assigned school facilities and equipment.
• Replenish restroom supplies.
• Review assigned Work Orders and take action to complete.
• Replace damaged and soiled ceiling tiles, report roof leaks.
• Replace light bulbs and lamps as needed.
• Check boiler, mechanical, electrical and telephone rooms; listen for unusual noises; check for excessive heat and equipment vibrations.
• Inspect elevators for required maintenance service.
• Check for tripped circuit breakers; if breaker cannot be reset, initiate Maintenance Work Order.
• Inspect and reset fire alarm system; if cleaning or reset does not clear alarm status, initiate Maintenance Work Order.
• Assist with annual fire extinguisher testing.
• Inspect and test smoke detectors.
• Inspect, test and service all emergency lights.
• Inspect and test all lighting fixtures.
• Inspect Site:
  • Fence
  • Grounds
  • Pavement
  • Retaining Wall
  • Storm Drainage System
  • Exterior mechanical equipment (noise, leaks, or alarms)
  • Building Exterior
  • Entrances
  • Landscaping
  • Outside Storage Area
  • Parking Lot
  • Sidewalk
  • Utility Enclosures
• Perform any other duties deemed necessary by the school principal or supervisor.

• Demonstrates reliability as evidenced by attendance records and punctuality.
• Properly notifies supervisor and/or designee of absences or tardiness.
• Begins and completes work within the allotted time.
• Consistently appears in attire appropriate to the work environment.
• Demonstrates skill in the use of equipment, including its capabilities, limitations and appropriate/special applications.
• Protects the District’s resources through appropriate and careful use of supplies and equipment.
• Utilizes appropriate body mechanics to aid in the prevention of muscle strain/injury.

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