Meskwaki Settlement School - Custodian 2nd Shift - Sac and Fox Tribe of Iowa

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Each custodian will have an up-to-date written daily work schedule which will be available in the building for use by substitutes. A copy of the schedule will be given to the Facilities Manager and Building Principal each school year.
• Custodians will be responsible for changing burned out incandescent bulbs and fluorescent tubes to insure proper lighting in all classrooms.
• Regulate heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide temperatures appropriate to the season and to insure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity.
• Sweep and vacuum classrooms daily and dust furniture, windowsills, and countertops.
• Secure and lock the building before leaving as assigned.
• Clean the gymnasium or commons after any activity such as; athletic events, meetings, or adult education classes.
• Clean corridors after school each day, and during the day when required.
• Clean assigned restrooms. Special daily care must be given to all stools and urinals. Stools, urinals, and lavatories will be cleaned daily with a disinfectant cleaner.
• Wash all windows on both the inside and outside at least twice each year, and more frequently if needed.
• Keep all floors in a clean and attractive condition and in good state of preservation.
• Make such minor building repairs, as he/she is capable of.
• Perform basic building cleaning duties.
• Carry out scheduled cleaning duties and preventive maintenance on all buildings and building equipment.
• Follow recommended and established cleaning procedures in assigned areas of responsibilities.
• Be available to assist in other areas and with other custodians as needed.
• Assist in maintaining standards of building and site cleanliness to provide a healthy, safe, and attractive physical environment.
• To maintain a sense of pride in the areas of responsibility which are presented to the public.
• Follow established safety procedures at all times.
• Understand that an occasional need will arise to work a split shift, a weekend activity or on call at the direction of the Facilities Manager or building Principal.
• Will become familiar with safety drills, in order to help with the safe and orderly evacuation of the building if necessary.
• Will be knowledgeable of the location and usage of fire extinguishers and see that all fire exits and routes are kept clear at all times.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Possess a valid State of Iowa driver's license.
• Self-starter, ability to work alone.
• Be able to lift 50 pounds in the daily performance of the position and an occasional 50-70 pounds.
• Ability to work from/off a ladder/scaffold in order to change light bulbs, clean light fixtures, paint, clean walls, make minor repairs, etc.
• Mechanical aptitude for equipment operation.
• Ability to complete assigned task/schedule successfully and in a timely manner.
• Must pass a background check.

SUPERVISION:

Position is supervised by the Facilities Manager

SALARY: FT $10.87