Elementary Night Custodian

Job Title: NIGHT CUSTODIAN

Reports to: Head Custodian

Status: Full Time

Basic Function: Maintenance needs of the school district

• Be in the assigned building at all times except when custodial responsibilities require assistance in other areas.
• Assume responsibilities for the 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. Activate and deactivate the building security systems.
• Scrub and disinfect floors, fixtures in the restrooms daily. Replace soap and paper supplies. Clean water fountain daily.
• Sweep classrooms daily.
• Vacuum carpeted areas at least once every other day, more if needed.
• Dust flat counter surfaces, bookcases, window ledges, telephones and table as needed; objects do not need to be removed before dusting.
• Clean hallways each day and as conditions require.
• Keep all floors in a clean and attractive condition and in good state of preservation.
• Clean entry mats daily.
• Remove graffiti as soon as possible.
• Sweep gym floors before events if you are assigned a building which houses a gym.
• Follow district procedures for clean-up of vomit and other body fluids.
• Report major repairs promptly to the district maintenance supervisor.
• Move furniture or equipment as requested for various activities as directed by the principal.
• Wash windows on both the inside and outside when necessary.
• Keep building premises areas clean at all times.
• Shovel, plow and/or put ice melt on walks and steps as appropriate.
• Check for safety hazards and report them to the district maintenance supervisor.
• Cooperate with all district personnel.
• Participate in professional meetings.
• Follow all district policies, including those relating to a drug-free school.
• Contribute to an effective and efficient school district.
• Be prepared for any surprises and be able to cope.
• Keep commons area clean throughout the night, mopping as needed.
• Clean the main gym daily - pick up all trash, wet mop as needed, dust mop floor using a properly treated dust mop. Remove spots from drinking fountains - clean and disinfect thoroughly. Clean all walls, mats, and doors as needed. Set up gym and make necessary arrangements needed for all activities.
• Take out garbage in administration area.
• Clean and maintain the stage daily or as needed.
• Keep busy throughout work shift using time wisely and completing tasks in a timely fashion.
• During summer break, perform the work necessary to prepare the building for the next school year sharing the responsibility of supervising summer help and showing by example how the work is to be done.
• Demonstrate organization and professionalism in fulfilling the responsibilities of the job.
• Greet all students, faculty, staff, and visitors courteously.
• Maintain a positive rapport with students, staff, parents and the community.
• Cooperate with and work in a courteous manner with co-workers and other personnel.
• Dress appropriately for the position and work required.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude toward school, students and job and communicate the same to the community.
• Accept constructive criticism and suggestions and seek to improve each performance responsibility.
• Maintain confidentiality in the school operation.
• Adhere to applicable state and federal laws, rules and regulations, board policies and administrative rules.
• Maintain the facility in a condition of excellent cleanliness. Cleaning duties may include but are not necessarily limited to: sweeping, dusting, mopping/scrubbing, vacuuming, washing windows, cleaning, cleaning furniture, laundry, waxing floors and disposing of trash.
• Remain on the school premises during school hours, and during non-school hours when the use of the building has been authorized and extended work hours have been approved.
• Comply with local laws and procedures for the storage and disposal of trash, rubbish, and waste.
• Other duties as assigned.