*Substitute Custodian - Freeman School District

Freeman School District Substitute Custodian

SUMMARY: The job of Custodian is done for the purpose of maintaining an attractive, sanitary and safe facility for students, staff and public; providing equipment and furniture arrangements for meetings, classroom activities and events; and minimizing property damage, loss and liability exposure. Perform the following duties under the direction of the Facilities, Custodial, and Maintenance Director with input from building principals.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Cleans assigned school facilities (e.g. classrooms, offices, restrooms, multipurpose rooms, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment.
2. Sweeps, mops, scrubs, and vacuums classrooms, gymnasium, cafeteria, hallways, stairs and office space.
3. Inspects school facilities for the purpose of ensuring that the site is suitable for safe operations, maintained in an attractive and clean condition, and/or identifying necessary repairs due to vandalism, equipment breakage, weather conditions, etc.
4. Empties trash and garbage containers.
5. Maintains building, performing minor and routine painting, plumbing, and other related maintenance activities. Replaces air filters in classrooms.
6. Notifies administration concerning need for major repairs or additions to electrical, lighting, heating, and ventilating equipment.
7. Cleans snow and debris from sidewalks as required
8. Performs preventative maintenance and/or repairs/replaces /reports (i.e. broken glass, toilet, carpet, door handle, walls, toilet leaks, roof leaks, faucets, light fixtures, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability and safety of facility.
9. Replaces various items (i.e. light bulbs, toilet dispenser, chalkboard, white board, sharpener, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining and preserving facility.
10. Prepares and arranges furnishings and equipment for the purpose of providing adequate preparations for meetings, programs, classroom activities and special events.
11. Attends in-service training (e.g. blood borne pathogens, cleaning solvents, floor care, first aid, maintenance training, etc.) for the purpose of receiving information on new and/or improved procedures.
12. Evaluates situations (e.g. involving staff, students, parents, the public, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
13. Maintains supplies and equipment (e.g. cleaning solutions, paper products, vacuum, mops, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of items required to properly maintain facilities.
14. Repairs furniture and equipment as maybe required (e.g. tables, chairs, desks, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring items are available and in safe working condition.
15. Responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns (e.g. facility damage, injured and ill students, alarms, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action to resolve immediate safety issues and maintaining a functioning educational environment.
16. Secures facilities and grounds for the purpose of minimizing property damage, equipment loss and potential liability to organization.
17. Assists other personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
18. Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); job related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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