Full-Time Night Custodian - 3:30pm-11:30pm - Shared Locations

About the role

The Full-Time Night Custodian position is available at multiple locations within the Appoquinimink School District, working shifts from 3:30 PM to 11:30 PM.

Responsibilities

• Sweeping; dry or wet mopping; waxing; buffing; vacuuming; cleaning walls and ceilings, windows, furniture, lights, bathrooms;
• Shampooing carpets; moving furniture and other supplies;
• Cleaning outside grounds; helping to load and unload trucks;
• Shoveling and removal of snow and ice; cutting grass and trimming;
• Opening and closing the building; and securing the alarm system;
• Cleaning rooms, hallways, cafeterias, restrooms, offices, stairways, and other areas of building according to school district standards;
• Performing minor maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs, painting, helping to clean boilers and heating equipment, care for lawn mowers, trimmers, vacuum cleaners, and buffers;
• Driving cars / trucks to pick up equipment, supplies, parts and mail;
• Assuming other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Chief Custodian, Principal, and/or the Buildings and Grounds Supervisor;
• Checking and securing building at beginning and end of shift for the purpose of ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the building;
• Clearing snow from entrances and walks, and spreading sand and ice melting chemicals;
• Performing grounds-keeping duties, clearing debris and maintaining grounds;
• Receiving deliveries and assisting in unloading trucks and storing supplies;
• Delivering supplies and materials to classrooms, bathrooms and other areas of the building;
• Emptying wastebaskets; picking up and removing trash and assisting in recycling program.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED - preferred
• Valid Class D Driver's License with good driving record
• Knowledge of cleaning materials, methods, equipment and procedures
• Able to perform minor maintenance
• Able to follow oral or written directions
• Able to work cooperatively with teachers, students, administrators, co-workers and the public
• Good physical health and strength to perform the routine duties of lifting and cleaning

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED - preferred
• Valid Class D Driver's License with good driving record
• Knowledge of cleaning materials, methods, equipment and procedures
• Able to perform minor maintenance
• Able to follow oral or written directions
• Able to work cooperatively with teachers, students, administrators, co-workers and the public
• Good physical health and strength to perform the routine duties of lifting and cleaning