2nd Shift Custodian

2nd Shift Custodian (823) at Serving Schools

Position Summary:

A 2nd Shift Custodian (3:00 pm – 11:00 pm) is responsible for a variety of tasks including washing, mopping, scrubbing, dusting, sweeping, moving, event setup/cleanup, and snow removal. Performs routine, detailed and deep cleaning along with basic maintenance procedures to ensure a high standard of safety, cleanliness, efficiency and customer service for the Sanford School Department.

• Previous custodial experience preferred
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Current Maine CHRC (fingerprinting) or ability to obtain
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required
• Pass a criminal background check and pre-employment physical
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Ability to climb and work from a ladder
• Ability to perform snow removal
• Flexibility to meet the needs of the district (hours, locations, duties, etc.)
• Physical abilities - able to work on your feet for 7+ hours a day and lift up to 50 lbs
• Professional qualities - detail-oriented, self-directed and able to communicate effectively

• Previous custodial experience preferred
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Current Maine CHRC (fingerprinting) or ability to obtain
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required
• Pass a criminal background check and pre-employment physical
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Ability to climb and work from a ladder
• Ability to perform snow removal
• Flexibility to meet the needs of the district (hours, locations, duties, etc.)
• Physical abilities - able to work on your feet for 7+ hours a day and lift up to 50 lbs
• Personal qualities - dependable, honest, enthusiastic, approachable
• Professional qualities - detail-oriented, self-directed and able to communicate effectively

• Performs routine custodial duties; dusting, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, and restocking supplies
• Performs deep cleaning duties; carpet cleaning, floor stripping and refinishing, furniture, walls, lights, and windows
• Performs routine maintenance to custodial equipment and supplies
• Empties trash receptacles, disposes trash into dumpsters
• Ensures all doors and windows are locked after cleaning areas
• Reports needs and concerns to head custodians
• Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of custodial equipment and supplies
• Assists in on-the-job training of new staff on routine procedures
• Performs cleaning functions specific to the assigned facilities and/or based on seasonal/project requirements
• Performs tasks associated with setting up, breaking down and cleaning up of building activities as needed
• Performs snow shoveling, snow blowing and treatment of sidewalks and entryways with salt, sand or ice melt
• Performs lite maintenance, such as replacing light bulbs, adjusting furniture, or other similar activities
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

• Ability to understand and follow multi-step verbal and written instructions
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and follow safety procedures
• Ability to safely use district-provided custodial equipment and supplies
• Ability to use hand and power tools associated with custodial work

The physical abilities, working conditions and other conditions of employment are representative of the requirements for positions in this classification and may change as needed to serve the Sanford School Department.

Vision: ability to perform custodial duties; may work in areas with low lighting.

Hearing: ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions.

Speech: ability to be understood in face-to-face communications and over radio/telephone.

Body Mobility: ability to work on feet for 7+ hours, reach, climb ladders, and use dexterous equipment; sense of touch to perceive size, shape, texture.

Strength: moderate lifting or carrying up to 25-50 lbs on a regular basis.

Environmental Requirements: ability to work in dusty environments; exposure to cleaning chemicals, weather, and moving machinery.

Other Requirements: ability to follow multi-step instructions and adjust cleaning routines based on building activities or weather; ability to learn and apply safety standards.

Requires extensive safety training and/or protective devices.

This job description reflects duties, responsibilities and requirements but is not an all-inclusive list. Management may modify duties as necessary.

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