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Custodian 1 - Full-Time (8.0 hours per day) - 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

- Various Locations SPRINGFIELD SD 19 CUSTODIAL - Springfield, Oregon Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Springfield Public Schools - OR

Starting Date: Immediately

Springfield Public Schools seeks outstanding candidates for the position of Full-Time (8.0 hpd.) Custodian 1 atvarious locations to be determined.

This position provides custodial services and basic maintenance to ensure the upkeep, cleanliness and safety of school buildings/grounds for students, staff, and community members.

Essential Functions

Essential duties of this position include the following. Employees in this position perform some or all of the following tasks. Other duties may be assigned.

• Completes appropriate log(s), forms and paperwork as required.
• Reports safety, sanitary, and fire hazards immediately to lead custodian.
• Reports issues to lead custodian as necessary.
• Assists other custodial/maintenance personnel, as necessary.
• Assists in maintaining and cleaning HVAC systems and modifies systems utilizing technology support systems.
• Performs various building and grounds inspections as directed.
• Performs basic grounds keeping activities including, but not limited to leaf collection, spreading top dressing (mulch, chips, shavings, etc.), snow and ice removal/abatement, walkway clearing, and drainage maintenance.
• May perform routine maintenance and makes minor repairs of custodial equipment.
• Unlock / lock doors, windows, and gates.
• Turns on/off lights and secures buildings for start/end of day.
• Cleans, sanitizes areas (i.e. classrooms, halls, offices, restrooms, cafeteria, etc.), vacuums, shampoos, sweeps, scrubs, waxes, polishes, and mops/buffs all types of floor surfaces.
• Operates and maintains sweepers and other power equipment used in custodial work (buffer, carpet steamer, varnisher, vacuum(s), auto scrubber, and power washer) to ensure they work effectively and safely.
• Keeps walkways, parking areas and entrances clean and clear of debris.
• Sets up, takes down and moves tables, chairs, equipment, shelving and partitions for meetings, athletic events and other District functions as assigned, including weekend events.
• Washes windows, white boards, chalk boards and walls.
• Cleans and polishes furniture, windows, metal work and computer screens.
• Maintains indoor and outdoor lighting.
• Collects and empties all recycling and waste containers in a safe and sanitary manner.
• Washes, scrubs, and disinfects restrooms as well as cleans doors, door handles, sinks, fixtures, panels, and drinking fountains daily.
• Performs a variety of basic maintenance duties including, but not limited to, unplugging sink drains, door maintenance, and painting.
• Cleans up spills (including bodily fluids) in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Responds to special requests for custodial services from staff members.
• Other related duties may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).

Certificates, Licenses, Registration & Other Requirements

• Ability to obtain a valid First Aid/CPR card;
• Ability to obtain and hold an Oregon Driver license;
• Ability to pass Safe Schools modules and custodial trainings as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

• Previous Public K-12 custodial experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
(May be acquired through education, training, and/or experience.)

Knowledge of: District policies and procedures; modern office practices and procedures; letter writing, correct language usage; cleaning/sanitation methods and strategies appropriate for public education setting; the use and operation of various cleaning/sanitation tools, such as manually powered brooms, mops, vacuums, dusting tools, ladders, and snow shovels as well as mechanically powered tools, such as powered waxing/buffing equipment, auto scrubbers, and leaf blowers;

handling, storing, and applying chemical agents; telephone and record keeping/filing systems; computer hardware and software programs and their usage; modern office equipment; safety and first aid practices and procedures.

Ability to: understand and apply District and school policies and procedures; operate, maintain, and make adjustments to various types of equipment, as needed; maintain regular and acceptable attendance and punctuality, as set forth in Board policy; greet stakeholders; maintain appropriate custodial appearance and attire; provide information pertaining to area and/or District/School policies, procedures and other pertinent information; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted during the course of work and from diverse backgrounds;

interacts thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff, parents, and community members and resolves conflict in a professional…