Evening Custodian Job at Tarkington Independent School District in Cleveland

Job Title: Evening Custodian Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports to: Custodial Services Supervisor/Campus Lead Terms of Employment: 205 Days

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Primary Purpose:

Clean and maintain district facilities using routine procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.
Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

None specified

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures

Ability to read/check email, check calendars, and utilize spreadsheets

Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and maintenance

Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment

Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies

Reliable Transportation

Experience:

None
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Cleaning

1. Maintain a cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
2. Keep school building and sidewalks neat and clean.
3. Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.
4. Assist in maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional supplies as needed.
5. Work as needed at after school sporting events and other extra-curricular events.

Maintenance and Repair

1. Assist with lunchroom set up, including arranging tables and chairs.
2. 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 the campus lead, or campus secretary.
3. Move furniture or equipment within building as directed by the lead custodian or custodial supervisor.
4. Assist in setting up facilities for special events.

Safety

1. Assist with 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.
2. Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.
3. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
4. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the campus lead or custodial supervisor.
5. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
6. Maintain confidentiality.
7. Maintain positive and effective communications and relationships with supervisors and co-workers.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Buffer, stripper, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, hand tools, shampooer and other custodial equipment.
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
Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (25 pounds and over) on a daily basis
Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress