Custodian for Independent Boarding School

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Operates vacuum cleaners, auto scrubbers, carpet extractors, sweepers, and high-speed burnishers.
• Keeps equipment in good working order.
• Immediately reports defective equipment to supervisor.
• Cleans all glass using proper cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Cleans and polishes lighting fixtures, wood/composite surfaces, metal surfaces, and trim using proper cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Cleans rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators and elevator tracks, stairways, and locker rooms, and other campus areas using correct techniques and chemicals.
• Empties trash receptacles daily, including feminine hygiene disposal containers, making sure that the container is clean, and a new liner is provided.
• Sweeps, dust mops, damp mops, scrubs/strips, and waxes all hard floors, steps, and stairways using proper chemicals and equipment.
• Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies using proper chemicals and equipment.
• Dusts all hard surfaces, furniture, and equipment.
• Washes walls, ceiling, and woodwork.
• Washes windows, door panels, and sills.
• Cleans whiteboard, erasers, and eraser trays using proper equipment.
• Empties wastebaskets.
• Places all recycling items in proper containers.
• Transports trash and waste to the disposal area.
• Replenishes bathroom supplies such as paper towels, toilet paper, and hand soap as needed.
• Cleans custodian closet.
• Moves furniture and other items within a building, as directed, to ensure proper cleaning.
• Sets up tables and chairs in the auditorium or hall.
• Must attend training and development classes and/or sessions as directed by the Facilities Manager.
• Maintains levels of attendance, punctuality, and appearance as required by departmental standards.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Previous experience in professional/custodial cleaning is preferred, but not required.
• Ability to work effectively with all members of the school community in a pleasant, cooperative manner.
• Good verbal and written communication skills are necessary.
• Applicant must consent to a criminal background check.

Education And/or Experience

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be capable of performing multiple tasks and able to function effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must be able to successfully complete CPR & AED certified courses.

Languages Skills

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and Material Safety Data Sheets.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to resolve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Certificates, Licenses, And/or Registrations

• Valid driver’s license.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs.
• Able to climb stairs and step ladders up to 10 feet high.
• Pushing/pulling parking cleaning equipment, mopping or vacuuming up water spills, moving equipment.
• The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, or crawl.
• The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• May be required to handle hazardous material in work areas.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment as appropriate for the work assignment.
• Non-smoking environment.