Building Custodian

KARNS CITY AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT
JOB DESCRIPTION

Building Custodian

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR Maintenance Supervisor

GENERAL DUTIES
Performs task to ensure that students and staff are provided with a safe, attractive, comfortable, clean, and efficient place in which to learn, play, work, and develop.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
A. A minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent
B. All required clearances as per current law
C. Six months of experience in work relating to the care and maintenance of buildings and grounds
D. Ability to work with minimal supervision in the performance of duties
E. Ability to understand, interpret and follow written and oral instructions
F. Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills
G. Possess knowledge of HVAC systems
H. General construction or maintenance experience
I. Proficiency in using technology systems including but not limited to e-mail and internet
J. Ability to effectively work and communicate with students, parents, and school personnel from diverse cultures or backgrounds
K. Ability to work harmoniously with others

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Collects and disposes of leaves and refuse
B. Keeps building and premises, including sidewalks, driveways, and play areas neat and clean
C. Checks daily to insure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during the hours of building occupancy
D. Sweeps classrooms daily and dusts furniture
E. Cleans corridors after school each day, and during the day when their condition requires it
F. Scrubs, hoses down, and disinfects toilet floors daily, and cleans all sanitary fixtures and drinking fountains daily
G. Washes all windows on both the inside and outside at twice each year, and more frequently if necessary
H. Keeps all floors in a clean and attractive condition and in a good state of preservation
I. Cleans all chalkboards at least once a week
J. Makes such minor building repairs as he/she are capable of
K. Reports major repairs needed promptly to the Maintenance Supervisor
L. Reports immediately to the Maintenance Supervisor of any damage to school property
M. Remains on the school premises during school hours, and during non-school hours when the use of the building has been authorized and his/her attendance is required by the Maintenance Supervisor and/or Principal

N. Moves furniture or equipment within buildings as required for various activities and as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor and/or Principal

O. Complies with local laws and procedures for the storage and disposal of trash, rubbish, and waste

P. Assumes responsibility for the opening and closing of the building each school day and for determining, before leaving, that all doors and windows are secured, and all lights, except those left on for safety reasons, are turned off

Q. Assumes responsibility for the general security of the building
R. Assumes responsibility for the general fire safety of the building
S. Performs such tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as the

Maintenance Supervisor and/or Principal may from time to time request
T. Submit electronic work orders
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

In 8-hour workday, this job requires:

R – Rarely (Less than .5 hr per day) O – Occasionally (.5 – 2.5 hrs per day) F – Frequently (2.5 – 5.5 hrs per day) C – Continually (5.5 – 8 hrs per day) NA – Not Applicable

Physical Requirements NA R O F C
Sitting X
Stationary Standing X
Walking (level surface) X
Walking (uneven surface) X
Crawling X
Crouching (bend at knees) X
Stooping (bend at waist) X
Twisting (knees/waist/neck) X
Turn/pivot X
Climbing (stairs) X
Climbing (ladder) X
Reaching overhead X
Reaching extension X
Repetitive use arms X
Repetitive use wrists X
Repetitive use hands grasping X
Repetitive use hands squeezing X
Fine manipulation X
Using foot control X
*Pushing/Pulling

Maximum weight: 100 X
lbs.

*Lifting/Carrying
Maximum weight: 40 X
lbs.

*Identify items typically moved: buckets, refuse containers, equipment carts, files, supplies, records, and furniture.

Other requirements:

• Ability to quickly and repetitively alternate from one physical requirement to another physical requirement within the work environment

• Ability to freely maneuver in and around your work area

• Ability to effectively communicate with others

• Ability to consistently meet the physical requirements throughout the workday

• Tolerance to chemicals, dust, substances and other products or bi-products used in or generated by the operations of the School District

WORK PLACE EXPECTATIONS
A. Work effectively with and respond to people from diverse cultures or backgrounds
B. Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean, and appropriate professional manner for the assignment and work setting

C. Have regular and punctual attendance
D. Confer regularly with immediate supervisor
E. Follow all District policies, work procedures, and reasonable requests by proper authority
F. Maintain the integrity of confidential information relating to students, staff, or

District patrons
G. Perform assigned job responsibilities free of error in a timely, efficient and professional manner
H. Refrain from engaging in conduct that interferes with the efficient and proper operation of the School District
I. Refrain from publicly disclosing information obtained during the course of employment and/or the performance of job responsibilities without the prior written authorization of the Superintendent

J. Comply with federal and state laws applicable to job responsibilities and employment with the Karns City Area School District

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: From $16.75 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person