Full Time Custodian - Marple Newtown School District

DATE OF POSTING: OCTOBER 1, 2024

Applications are now being accepted forafull-time custodian position. This is a 12 month position and isbenefit eligible. Weekend work is required.

Minimum Qualifications
• Experience performing commercial cleaning and janitorial duties
• Requires ability to properly use all types of commercial vacuum cleaners, stripping and buffing machines and any special tool or piece of equipment assigned for the performance of duties.
• Must be knowledgeable about safety regulations, proper methods for using and storing cleaning chemicals and floor finishes.
• Applicants must be in good physical and mental condition and be able to lift, pull, push, and carry items weighing more than fifty pounds. Also, they must be able to climb and stand on ladders and platforms.
• Knowledge at present or the ability to be trained for basic electrical repairs, such as ballast replacement, repair of flushing mechanisms, and perform minor repairs with custodial equipment or other repairs throughout the building.
• Must possess the temperament to work with students and staff exhibiting a wide range of emotions, and the physical ability to perform the essential duties.

Requirements:
Perform custodial duties that relate to the care and cleaning of buildings, grounds and equipment, which include, but are not limited to:
• Sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, dusting and polishing of floors, furniture, doors, windows, and other surfaces.
• Cleaning and disinfecting lavatories and restrooms
• Collecting trash and debris from buildings, classrooms, and offices.
• Safe and proper use of all related equipment, supplies, tools, and cleaning chemicals.
• Completion of assigned tasks inside and outside, regardless of weather conditions, so that school facilities are maintained in a safe, clean, and attractive manner.

Application Procedure:

Interested candidates should submit an on-line application.

If you are offered a position with Marple Newtown School District, please be advised that the following information will be required before you are able to begin working:

State Police Clearance (Act 34)- complete online and print your results immediately
Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151)- effective 12/31/14,submit electronically

FBI Fingerprints (Act 114)- register & pay online, then go to the fingerprint location of your choice to be printed

***NOTE***When accessing Cogent ID for FBI fingerprinting, please register through the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) option; fingerprinting records from any other state department will not be accepted.

School Health Record- includes physical & tb test from within a year
Act 24 (PDE Form 6004)- Arrest/Conviction Report
PA Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release-

A separate form must be completed for:

1. Current employer; and
2. All former employers that were school entities; and
3. All former employers where you were in a position that involved direct contact with children.

The Marple Newtown School District is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate in its educational programs, activities or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, ancestry, disability or other legally protected classification. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; and The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Inquiries may be directed to 610-359-4380.