Custodian JF Dulles Elementary School

Custodian (Full Time) - JF Dulles Elementary School - 8 hrs per day/5 days per week

• Position Type:
  Custodial/Maintenance/ Custodian

POSITION: Custodian (Full Time) – JF Dulles Elementary School– 8 hrs. per day/5 days per week
FILING DEADLINE: Until Filled
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
: 52 weeks per year, 8 hours daily. Vacation and benefits are established by the contract and Board of Education policy.

Days and hours to be assigned within the work week.

JOB

TITLE:


CUSTODIAN
REPORTS TO: Assigned administrator/supervisor
JOB OBJECTIVE: Performs general custodial duties.

• High school diploma. Work skills substantiated by training and/or work experience.
• An acceptable score on a pre-employment skill test may be required.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work that includes lifting/moving heavy items.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules, board policies and administrative guidelines/procedures.
• Demonstrates dependability/flexibility. Reacts to interruptions/emerging priorities effectively.
• Displays sufficient math skills to calculate totals, percentages, ratios, and portions accurately.
• Embodies high ethical standards/integrity. Accepts personal responsibility for decisions/conduct.
• Maintains a record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.

Performs custodial duties to protect/preserve buildings, equipment and furnishings.

• Works effectively with minimal supervision. Performs tasks efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Checks daily schedule to find out if a school activity requires preparation or clean up.
• Anticipates/replenishes consumable supplies to avoid work schedule interruptions.
• Cleans assigned areas. Dry mops/washes floors. Cleans furniture, fixtures, walls and windows. Provides regular/orderly removal of trash. Moves/arranges furnishings, supplies and equipment as directed. Cleans lockers. Replaces light bulbs. Sanitizes and re-supplies toilet rooms. Cleans glass, display cases, partitions, light fixtures, etc. Polishes hardware (e.g., door handles, push/kick plates, handrails, drinking fountains, etc.). Vacuums/power cleans carpets and upholstered furnishings. Spot cleans stains.
  
  Cleans floor mats/runners.
• Helps with the receipt of deliveries. Inspects packages. Verifies contents with packing lists.
• Complies with Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) information. Ensures that materials are labeled/stored properly. Seeks advice when uncertain about product use or disposal procedures. Ensures that products are not transferred or stored in unlabeled containers.
• Participates in occupational safety/health training as directed.
• Follows approved health/safety guidelines to clean up injuries involving chemicals, solvents, blood, body fluids and/or body tissues. Reports personal injuries that require treatment to a supervisor.
• Keeps administrators/supervisors informed about workplace concerns (e.g., damaged equipment, leaks, noises, structural defects, unusual odors, etc.).
• Assists with the pick-up and delivery of equipment, materials and other supplies as directed.
• Reports traffic citations, accidents, or damage that occurs during performance of assigned duties.
• Anticipates health and safety inspections. Maintains clear routes for emergency egress.
• Protects district property. Ensures that assigned work areas are secured at the end of the shift.
• Upholds security procedures. Supports community groups as directed. Directs visitors to the office.

• Contributes to an effective and positive work/learning environment. Completes all assigned duties.
• Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers. Functions as part of a cohesive team.
• Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
• Respects privacy and maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Strives to develop rapport and serve as a positive role model for others.
• Takes the initiative to perform routine tasks independently.

• Prepares/maintains accurate records. Submits required paperwork on time.
• Provides prompt notification of personal delays or absences.
• Refers district policy interpretation questions to an appropriate administrator.
• Seeks clarification when directives/expectations are unclear.
• Uses active listening and problem-solving techniques to resolve…