Summary
Description
Schedule:Â Â 5 days / week (Monday – Friday), 4 hours / day, 12 months / year
Hours: 3:30pm – 7:30pm or as assigned (hours & break hours may vary)
Pay Schedule: According to Master Agreement
JOB SUMMARY:Â
Provide custodial support for the District in order to provide a clean, safe and healthy learning environment for students and staff.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
80% Cleaning/Upkeep
- Clean, scrub, mop, dust, vacuum or sweeps floors, stairs, classrooms, kitchens, gyms, locker rooms, libraries, offices, commons, hallways, restrooms and other designated areas.
- Respond to emergency cleanup situations.
- Keep the custodial/maintenance rooms clean and well maintained. Restock shelves with cleaning supplies.
- Maintain building security:Â secure building, lock and unlock buildings, as necessary and perform other security tasks.
- Detailed cleaning of all areas of building in summer months as directed.
5% Maintenance/Repair.
- Perform routine preventative maintenance upkeep on equipment.
- Perform minor repairs and maintenance.
- Assist with major repairs and maintenance.
- Monitor boiler operation and reports any concerns.
10% Set up/Take down  Â
- Set up, take down & clean up for events and other activities as directed.
4% Grounds Â
- Perform basic grounds upkeep including shoveling snow, picking up garbage and keeping entrances clean and free of obstruction, as needed.
1% Meetings/Trainings Â
- Attends meetings and trainings as assigned.
- Perform other duties as assigned or requested.Â
WORK REQUIREMENTS AND CHARACTERISTICS:
Education/Certification/Licensure Requirements:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
- High School diploma or equivalent.
 Experience:                           Â
- No previous custodial or other related experience required.
Essential Skills Required to Perform the Work:
- Knowledge of proper cleaning techniques.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instruction.
- Ability to employ proper lifting techniques.
- Basic computer skills.
- Basic communication skills.Â
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Organizational and time management skills including prioritizing duties.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
- Ability to safely work with cleaning products.
- Ability to follow established routine with ability to vary sequence of duties as needed.
- Ability to vary sequence of duties.
- Basic mechanical repair abilities.
- Basic knowledge of applicable district policies/procedures.
Machines, Tools, Equipment, Electronic Devices and Software Required:
- Operates hand tools, pallet jack, desk/table movers and ladders.
- Operates cleaning equipment including carpet cleaners and floor machines.
- Operates computer, hand held radio and district phone system.
Supervision of Other Employees:
- This position does not provide supervision or work direction to any other District employees.
Physical Job Requirements:
- Position involves lifting, walking, pulling, stooping, climbing, crawling and kneeling.
- Position involves extended periods of time on feet.
- Position involves frequent lifting up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifts 75 – 100 pounds.
- Position involves occasional climbing of ladders.
- Position involves occasional repetitive motion & hand dexterity in performing tasks.
- Position involves listening, speaking clearly and visual acuity.
Mental Job Requirements:
- Position includes organizing and prioritizing tasks in order to meet strict deadlines.
- Position involves attention to detail.
- Position includes operating equipment that requires concentration.
- Position includes handling multiple tasks at once while dealing with constant interruptions.
- Position involves flexibility and a willingness to undertake a variety of tasks, sometimes from more than one person.
- Position includes varying workload.
- Position involves coordination of manual dexterity with visual attention (eye-hand coordination).
Working Conditions:
- Position works around dirt, dust, chemicals and fumes.
- Position involves occasional exposure to blood/bodily fluids.
- Position involves occasional exposure to noise and extreme temperatures.
- Position involves occasional exposure to heights, confined spaces and mechanical equipment/moving parts.
- Position includes evening, night, and weekend hours.
- Position may include overtime hours.
Job Outcomes:
- Projects a positive, cooperative and respectful attitude with students, parents, other employees and community members.
- Provides a clean, safe, comfortable environment that supports the educational activities and
- programs of the District.
- Helps to promote safety and prevent accidents.
- Assists in securing building to prevent vandalism and theft.
- Identifies and reports maintenance problems.
This description describes the general nature and work expected of an individual assigned to this position. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.
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APPLICATION PROCEDURE:  Applicants interested in this position must complete an application online by visiting our district website at www.bhmschools.org.> District> Employment> Current Openings & Online Application. If you previously applied with BHM Schools and wish to update your application materials, login to AppliTrack and select ‘edit.’ If you need technical support please visit applitrack.com/apphelp for answers to frequently asked application questions or ‘submit a request‘ to AppliTrack for assistance with your application. Â
Thank you,Â
Human Resources