CUSTODIAN IV

Position

Custodian IV

Custodial/Maintenance/Custodian

3:00 PM – 11:00 PM

235 days annually

Pay Grade D $28,235 – $42,140 (based on 200 days); may vary depending on experience, verified by West Virginia School System, plus applicable supplements per Mineral County School Salary Schedule.

Provide resume and three letters of reference.

• Provides effective leadership and supervision to school custodians;
• Implements a system to monitor productivity;
• Schedules and implements summer cleaning activities;
• Schedules and implements inclement weather/snow removal activities;
• Observes the quality of custodial services through observations and walk‑throughs;
• Maintains open communication among school custodians, school administration, and county supervisors;
• Keeps buildings and premises, including sidewalks, driveways, and play areas, neat, clean, and free of litter at all times;
• Disinfects all water fountains, floors in restrooms, commodes, urinals, and sinks daily;
• Washes all windows on both the inside and outside at least twice each year or more frequently if necessary;
• Performs ground‑keeping duties as assigned;
• Maintains all floors in a clean and attractive condition, including regular waxing;
• Secures all windows and doors, turns off all lights (except emergency lights), and arms alarm systems at the end of each day;
• Regulates heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide an appropriate temperature and ensure economical use of fuel, water, and electricity (Energy Program);
• Performs minor maintenance repairs and reports major repairs to the principal;
• Moves furniture or equipment within the buildings as required for various activities and as directed by the principal;
• Remains on the school premises during school hours and during non‑school hours when the building is in use and attendance is required by the principal;
• Conducts a program of general maintenance, upkeep, and repair;
• Displays flags (state and country);
• Reports safety hazards within building;
• Services carpeted areas;
• Maintains an inventory of supplies and equipment and informs the head custodian or principal of needs in advance;
• Complies with county policies;
• Receives permission to work in excess of 40 hours per week when required by the principal;
• Corrects minor safety hazards when observed and/or refers major safety hazards to building supervisor;
• Maintains positive work habits, performs duties efficiently and productively, and maintains and/or upgrades skills;
• Promotes and maintains positive pupil‑staff‑community relations;
• Adheres to Employee Code of Conduct as outlined in Mineral County School's Policy 4210;
• Maintains regular attendance;
• Performs duties as assigned by immediate supervisor(s).

• Meet the definition of "Qualifications" in WV Code §18A‑4‑8b and demonstrate competency per WV Code §18A‑4‑8e (state‑approved competency test);
• Pass criminal background check pursuant to WV Code §18‑5‑15c and/or §18A‑3‑10 as appropriate;
• Ability to present information and respond to questions from administrators, staff, and the public;
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations;
• Ability to interface effectively with other departments, school personnel, and business contacts;
• Ability to pass written and physical tests related to the position;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and community;
• Ability to perform duties in full compliance with all county requirements and Board of Education policies;
• Ability to read and comply with labels and safety warnings on cleaning agents and hazardous materials;
• Ability to perform strenuous physical activity related to custodial duties;
• Ability to work under minimal or no supervision and be an effective self‑starter;
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions;
• Complete necessary training and in‑service as required by the county;
• Ability to solve practical problems in situations with limited standardization;
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.