Custodian Job at Austin ISD in Austin

AUSTIN ISD EQUITY STATEMENT: Austin ISD is committed to developing shared definitions and expectations of equity across our District that are consistent with our Board priorities. The definition of equity from the National Equity Project will guide our transformational work. Educational equity means that each child receives what they need to develop to their full academic and social potential. Working Towards Educational Equity: Ensuring equally high outcomes for all participants in our educational system; removing the predictability of success or failures that currently correlates with any social or cultural factor: Interrupting [Disrupting] inequitable practices, examining biases, and creating inclusive multicultural school environments for adults and children; and Discovering and cultivating the unique gifts, talents, and interests that every human possesses. https://nationalequityproject.org/ -Austin ISD Board President, February 2019 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, safety and District policies and procedures is required. Education requirements are not specified. SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to operate equipment utilized to perform various tasks to maintain the cleaning of the campus and lift heavy equipment. Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies. Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and ground maintenance. The ability to read, write, and speak/communicate in English in order to receive and to provide work-related information in a timely manner to other employees communicate, customers, fellow employees, management, school staff, and administrators is preferred. Incumbent should also have the ability to work well and communicate professionally. JOB PURPOSE AND RESPONSIBILITY: The purpose of this position is to clean and maintain District facilities using routine procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations. This position is responsible for keeping the assigned campus or District building in a clean, sanitary, and safe manner. This position will be responsible for ensuring that all cleaning equipment and materials are maintained in a manner consistent with safe and efficient working practices. This role will be responsible for implementing sustainable cleaning and waste management including but not limited to green cleaning, recycling, compost, and other means of landfill waste diversion. The employee is responsible for adhering to the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Manual provided upon being hired and prepared to rotate to support other campuses within the same region as needed in order to balance support. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Maintain a cleaning schedule that will include cleaning floors, whiteboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms. Be responsible for cleaning the assigned school space, which may include cafeteria, classrooms, athletic areas, etc. as scheduled by the supervisor. Keep restrooms clean and well supplied at all times. Ability to determine quality of restroom care, detect odors of burning materials, improper storage of cleaners and chemicals, etc. Must be able to use cleaning chemicals and cleaning agents necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. Provide floor care to include sweeping, mopping, buffing, top scrubbing, stripping, applying floor finish, etc. Provide carpet care to include vacuuming, spot removal, bonnet cleaning and extraction. Vacuuming of Wall-to-wall carpeting, rugs, entry door mats, etc. Should be vacuumed at least once daily or as scheduled by the supervisor. Report all job-related injuries to Head Custodian, and Custodial Specialist for your region and ensure completion of the Employers First Report of Injury report is completed, scanned, and faxed to the Leave Office, and to the Custodial Specialist within 24 hours of injury. Utilize power washer for exterior cleaning of building to remove mold and mildew growth from building, sidewalks, bus entry areas, main entrance of buildings, and playground entry areas. Keep custodial closets clean and supplied with the cleaning materials necessary to do the job. Keep closets locked when not in use. Perform high and low dusting of corners, edges, display cases, tops of lockers, light diffuser covers, etc. Keep school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas, neat and clean. Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash. Assist in maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional supplies as needed. Assist with lunchroom set up, including arranging tables and chairs. Perform preventive maintenance to ensure the comfort, health, and safety of students and staff. Make minor building repairs as needed and report major repair needs to principal. Regulate heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide appropriate temperatures and ensure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity. Move furniture or equipment within building as directed by principal. Assist in setting up facilities for special events. Assist with opening and closing building each school day checking to ensure that all exit doors are open, and all panic bolts are working properly during hours of building occupancy. Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities. Know how to operate the alarm system. Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor. Follow District safety protocols and emergency procedures. Safely use a telescopic boom lift, and portable scaffold. Participate in team time activities and special projects as scheduled by the supervisor or when help is needed due to absences, etc. Promote and practice intentional sustainability measures in the daily job responsibilities including but not limited to energy and water conservation, waste reduction, recycling, and composting in an effort to be a responsible steward of our environment and conserve District costs. Provide an exceptional customer experience for all AISD stakeholders with intentional and professional practices that promote a culture of respect and focus on achieving equitable outcomes. OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED: Perform other related duties as assigned; however, all employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required. *PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: * The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position may involve rare exposure to blood or body fluids. Regular attendance for this position is required. Tools/Equipment Used: Low Speed Floor Buffer, High Speed Buffer, Auto Scrubber, wet/dry vacuum, upright vacuum, backpack vacuum, carpet extractor, small hand tools; small power tools. Posture: Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching, and overhead reaching