Custodian - NHHS

CLASS

TITLE:

CUSTODIAN

Starting Date: Immediately

Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings, locker rooms, and adjacent ground areas in a clean, orderly, and secure condition.

• Perform routine custodial activities at the assigned district school site; sweep, scrub, mop, wax and polish floors and vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops, and other work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets; glue and perform carpet stretching and repairs as assigned.
• Clean classrooms, restrooms, showers, locker rooms, shops, cafeteria, offices, and related facilities as assigned; sweep, mop, and clean gymnasium floors; spot mop spills and remove gum and debris; monitor gym events to ensure orderly behavior and protect the building from damage; clean tables, chairs, and floors after lunch periods as assigned.
• Clean and disinfect drinking fountains, sinks, toilets, showers, and urinals; clean mirrors, tile, and windows.
• Report safety, sanitary, and fire hazards to the appropriate authority; recommend maintenance repairs; maintain security of buildings; report suspicious or unauthorized individuals on campus; report infractions of rules to the supervisor.
• Wash windows and walls; clean chalkboards, trays, erasers, and empty pencil sharpeners; assemble, move, and arrange furniture, supplies, and equipment when preparing classrooms and multi‑purpose rooms for special events or meetings.
• Clean Venetian blinds, dust, and polish furniture and woodwork; make minor, non‑technical repairs as needed.
• Lock and unlock doors and gates as appropriate; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; turn alarm system off in the morning and on in the evenings as directed.
• Order supplies according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Pick up and rake paper, trash, and debris around school grounds and in buildings; sweep and clean walkways and entrances; dispose of trash according to established procedures; wash out trash cans and follow sanitation standards.
• Pack, unpack, load, receive, and store books, supplies, materials, and other items.
• Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums, floor stripper, cleaning buffer and polisher, carpet shampooer, scrubbers, high‑pressure sprayer, manual and power sweepers, and power blower as assigned.
• Shovel, plow, and sand walkways and steps as directed.
• Respond to emergency cleanups such as spills; maintain records of observed maintenance, repair needs, and safety issues.
• Participate in major summer cleaning projects as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Basic methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in custodial work and routine maintenance.
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Proper lifting techniques.

ABILITY TO:

• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings, locker rooms, and adjacent ground areas in a clean, orderly, and secure condition.
• Use cleaning materials, equipment, and methods according to pre‑determined standards.
• Learn and apply knowledge of schedules, procedures, and use of equipment and supplies used in custodial work.
• Learn appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
• Maintain tools and equipment in clean working order and provide proper security.
• Perform minor non‑technical repairs.
• Observe and report need for maintenance and repair.
• Perform heavy physical labor.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Communicate effectively with others.
• Inspect and assure the security of facilities during the assigned shift.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Walk, bend, lift, push, and stand for extended periods of time.

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate, or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law.