Long-term Substitute Custodian

• Position Type:
  Custodial/Maintenance/ Custodian

POSITION: Long-term Substitute Custodian

LOCATION: Pocahontas County High School

CLASSIFICATION
:
Service Personnel

EVALUATION: Performance in this position will be evaluated by the building principal and in accordance with WV State Code §18A-2-12, WV State Board Policy 5314, and Pocahontas County Schools Policy 4220

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

SALARY: Based on experience and education level per Pocahontas County Schools salary schedule. See pocahontascountysc for pay scales and benefits information.

Term of employment: Upon approval for the  school year. This assignment will terminate when a regularly employed custodian returns, when a regular employee is hired to fill the position, or at the end of the  school year, whichever occurs first.

SHIFT: 2:00 PM-10:00PM

JOB DESCRIPTION
Pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8:

Custodian means a person employed to keep buildings clean and free of refuse, to operate the heating or cooling systems, and to make minor repairs.

The Custodian is responsible for maintaining school buildings, facilities, and grounds in a clean, safe, sanitary, and orderly condition that supports student learning and school operations. The employee performs custodial duties, preventive maintenance, groundskeeping, minor repairs, and facility preparation activities while promoting a safe and secure environment for students, staff, and visitors.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma, General Equivalent Development Certificate (GED) per West Virginia Code §18A-2-5.
• Personnel must be or have been classified in this category, or must pass the state prescribed exam for this position per West Virginia Code §18A-4-8e.
• Criminal background check per WV Code §18-5-15c.
• The ability to perform the job duties and responsibilities of the position as contained in the
  
  Job Description .

ADDITIONAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Applicants with recent unsatisfactory evaluations, documented performance deficiencies, or a history of unsatisfactory job performance will not be considered eligible for consideration.
• Applicants who demonstrate unsatisfactory interview performance are not eligible for consideration.
• Applicants who receive unfavorable reference recommendations will not be eligible for consideration.
• Applicants who have been dismissed or who have had their contracts non-renewed for cause by another school district are not eligible for consideration.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Building and Facility Care

• Maintaining Clean Facilities: Performs routine cleaning of classrooms, offices, hallways, cafeterias, restrooms, locker rooms, gymnasiums, and other assigned areas to maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe environment.
• Maintaining Floors and Surfaces: Sweeps, vacuums, mops, scrubs, strips, waxes, buffs, and polishes floors and other surfaces using appropriate equipment and materials.
• Maintaining Restrooms: Cleans, sanitizes, and restocks restroom facilities to ensure proper hygiene and adequate supplies.
• Managing Waste Disposal: Collects, removes, and properly disposes of trash, recyclables, and other waste materials.

Maintenance and Repair

• Performing Minor Repairs: Completes minor maintenance and repair tasks including replacement of light bulbs, hardware adjustments, furniture repairs, minor plumbing repairs, and other assigned duties.
• Inspecting Facilities: Routinely inspects facilities and equipment to identify safety concerns, maintenance needs, and operational deficiencies.
• Supporting Preventive Maintenance: Assists with preventive maintenance activities to preserve facilities, grounds, and equipment.

Grounds and Exterior Maintenance

• Maintaining Grounds: Assists in maintaining school grounds including mowing, trimming, litter removal, snow removal, and other groundskeeping…