Building Operator; Custodian), Heritage Elementary School

Position: Building Operator (Custodian), Heritage Elementary School

Building Operator (Custodian), Heritage Elementary School

Days per year: 260. Wage range: MIN $14.25, MID $16.77.

Job title:

Elementary School Building Operator. Department:
Building Operations Department. Report to:
Director of Building Operations. Wage/hour status:
Nonexempt. Pay grade:
Aux 3.

Primary Purpose

Under the general supervision of the Director of Building Operations and/or school‑based administrator, the Building Operator cleans and maintains offices, halls, classrooms and similar areas in a school building and performs related work as required or assigned. The role maintains custodial standards by following district‑trained cleaning procedures and supervising assigned staff. The result is a safe, clean, and efficient building environment.

All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, champion the needs of our students and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English.
• 5 years of job‑related experience (minimum 3 years as supervisor of staff).

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions in English.
• Knowledge of routine custodial practices and methods.
• Knowledge of equipment, chemicals, and materials used in cleaning processes.
• Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance.
• Ability to manage personnel.
• Effective planning and organizational skills.

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• Supervise assigned staff in daily cleaning procedures and projects.
• Perform building inspections.
• Correct quality problems.
• Unlock facility and prepare for daily activities.
• Conduct property grounds maintenance.
• Sweep sidewalks, patios, and entrances.
• Lower and raise cafeteria tables.
• Oversee cafeteria set‑up and clean‑up.
• Remove facility trash and place in dumpster. Reline bins.
• Monitor hallways, restrooms every 1½ to 2 hours, and replenish dispensers as needed.
• Supply ordering and inventory control.
• Carpet and hard surface floor care.
• Keep equipment clean and operable.
• Dust vents, ledges, shelves, and horizontal surfaces.
• Wet wipe walls, tables, desks, chalkboards, trays, and glass.
• Disinfect restroom sinks, urinals, toilets, fixtures, partitions, showers and floors.
• Polish chrome.
• Disinfect public phones and water fountains.
• Move furniture and perform project cleaning.
• Empty pencil sharpeners.
• Remove carpet spots.
• Other general custodial duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Respond to emergencies or crisis situations in the District.

Type of Equipment Used

Vacuum cleaner, broom, dust mop, wet mop, bucket, wringer, spray bottles, high duster, cart, small hand tools, automatic floor machine, and extractor.

Audio/Visual Demands

• Average hearing.
• Corrected 20/20 vision.
• Good depth perception.
• Ability to distinguish between colors.

Personal Protective Equipment

• Rubber gloves, goggles, and apron required when mixing chemicals. Back support belts should be used when lifting, if available.

Working Conditions

The usual and customary methods of performing this job require frequent walking, standing, climbing, and heavy lifting and carrying. Work is conducted both outside and inside on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, and ladders. The employee works alone as well as with other team members. Environmental conditions include the use of chemicals daily, working in extreme weather conditions, and required overtime as necessary.

Seniority

Level

Mid‑Senior level.

Employment Type

Part‑time.

Job Function

Education and Training.

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