Job Description: Custodian –Full Time

School Year:  2019-2020

 

DESCRIPTION

 

This job consists of routine work to maintain the cleanliness of an assigned facility and grounds. An employee in this class, under the supervision and receives general direction and leadership from the Director of Facilities or the Facilities Manager. This employee performs cleaning and maintenance functions on the day or evening shift. Work is evaluated through observation while work is in progress and by inspection of completed assignments.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

 

• Performs building inspections to ensure building security
• Cleans buildings by sweeping, dusting, mopping, scrubbing, sealing, buffing, washing rooms, vacuuming, washing surfaces, et
• Performs ground maintenance by sweeping and removal of trash
• Moves and stores furniture and equipment
• Removes snow and ice
• Requires extensive walking, stooping, pushing, carrying, climbing, bending and lifting
• Performs other duties as assig

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of cleaning materials and equipment
• Knowledge of the English language so as to understand operating instructions for cleaning equipment and materials and safety and accident prevention
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally
• Ability to hear the normally spoken word at 25 feet
• Ability to work outdoors under adverse weather conditions
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs
• Ability to pick up and carry 65 pounds
• Ability to operate cleaning machines
• Ability to stand for prolonged period of time
• Ability to willingly attend and participate in training sessions
• Ability to learn and practice acceptable cleaning methods
• Ability to willingly acquire skills in the operation of cleaning machines used in the assigned facility
• Be a self-starter
• Interact positively with students, administrators, co-workers, parents and community.
• Performs other duties as assig

 

 

EXAMPLES OF WORK

• General building maintenance: clean bathrooms, dust, wash windows, scrub walls, clean furniture, fill dispensers, move furniture, assist in the cafeteria, replace light bulbs and neon tubes, remove gum, clean drinking fountains, clean trash cans, make minor repairs, check and clean equipment, open and secure building
• Floor maintenance: pick up trash from floors, remove gum, vacuum, sweep, dry and wet mop, scrub, wax and buff
• Outdoor maintenance: pick up lawn debris, shovel snow, clean sidewalks
• Operate cleaning equipment: vacuum cleaner, scrubber, buffer, wet and dry mops, brooms
• Perform other duties as assig

 

 

EMPLOYEE SAFETY

 

This employee is responsible for the use of safety devices and protective equipment in order to minimize the frequency and severity of work-related accidents. The employee is responsible for using safe practices and methods in the operation and supplies related to their job.

 

The employee is further responsible for correcting any conditions within the building or grounds that may be hazardous to employees, students, or staff assigned to the building and reporting same to the Facility Manager or the Director of Facilities.

 

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

None

 

REQUIRED LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

None

 

OTHER DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Some experience in general cleaning of buildings and grounds.

 

COMPENSATION:

• Starting pay is $13.08/hr.
• Position open is for full-time employment working 40 hours per week.  Hours are 2:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.  This is a non-exempt position.
• Upon successful completion of 30-day probationary period, compensation may be increased depending on prior, verifiable, relevant working experience.

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Bromley East Charter School actively seeks applications from the most capable, professional candidates.  Please use our online application when applying for this position. 

 

On-line application found at:  https://brightoncharter.schoolrecruiter.net