Substitute Custodian

This is a substitute custodial position which is a part-time on call position used to fill in where needed.

Muhlenberg School District

TITLE: Inside Custodian DATE: October 10, 2023

CLASSIFICATION: Classified REVISED: October 10, 2023

REPORTS TO: Building Services/Custodial Supervisor FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

LOCATION: Muhlenberg School District Campus

JOB SUMMARY: Performs custodial maintenance duties, including dusting, mopping, finishing and buffing floors, vacuuming and shampooing carpets, cleaning and restocking restrooms.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Daily check of floor cleaning equipment.
• Trash pickup and disposal.
• District mail and bank runs.
• Grass cutting, shrub trimming, mulching, weeding, fertilizing, etc.
• Custodial/cleaning duties of field houses, dug outs, press boxes, locker room lavatories, and concession stands.
• Snow removal - including all District roadways, walking paths, turn around, sidewalks and play area. Snow removal is a District priority and all staff are expected to report to work as directed by the Maintenance and Grounds Supervisor and or Building Services/Custodial Supervisor.
• Maintain tools and supplies in a neat and organized manner. Keep supply, storage, and utility closets clean and orderly. Maintain inventory for the same.
• Keeps work carts neat and orderly.
• Follows all safety rules and directives without exception.
• Safe handling, use and measurement of chemicals.
• Familiarity with building evacuation routes, activating fire pull stations, use of fire extinguishers and overall emergency procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Knowledge of operation of power cleaning equipment.

Must have current valid PA Driver’s license.

Must be available to work flexible hours as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Previous Custodial Experience Preferred. Submission of pre-employment medical examination (Section 148 of the Pennsylvania School Code).

Submission of a report of criminal history record from the Pennsylvania State Police (Section 111 of the Pennsylvania School Code).

Submission of a clearance report from the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare in accordance with Act 151 of 1994.

Submission of the FBI Criminal History Record in accordance with Act 114 of 2006

Submission of sexual misconduct/abuse disclosure release form in accordance with Act 168 of 2014.

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Able to climb a 12 foot ladder, scaffolding, and vertical lifts without

restrictions.

Able to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, and reach overhead.

Ability to work independently.

Able to raise or lower objects from one level to another.

Able to carry objects (up to 50 lbs.) in arms or by other appropriate

means.

Able to use hands and arms to reach and pick up objects.

Able to push and pull.

Ability to walk or be on feet for extended periods of time.

Able to travel inside or outside the District as necessary for work

related tasks.

SENSORY ABILITIES: Visual acuity

Auditory acuity

WORK ENVIRONMENT: School environment including outside exposure to elements.

TEMPERAMENT: Must possess excellent interpersonal skills

Must be able to work with students, staff, and the community

Must be cooperative, congenial, and service-oriented

Must be able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions

Must be able to understand and maintain confidentiality

COGNITIVE ABILITY: Ability to follow written and verbal directions

Ability to read and write

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to organize tasks

Ability to handle multiple tasks

Ability to exercise good judgment

SPECIFIC SKILLS: Computer proficient This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.