Junior Custodian (40 hours/12 months), Morse

The Opportunity

The Junior Custodian reports to the Senior Building Custodian and is responsible for performing the following duties:

• Cleaning and sanitary maintenance of the building
• Care and maintenance of the school grounds
• Performing related work as required

Examples of Duties

• Sweeping, dusting, mopping, scrubbing, waxing, and polishing
• Making minor repairs and adjustments
• Cleaning and care of floors (wood, concrete, vinyl tile), walls (plaster, wood, cinder block), windows, light fixtures, toilets, wash bowls, and building furnishings and equipment
• Using hand tools and large cleaning equipment, such as vacuums, carpet extractors, burnishers, and floor washing machines, etc.
• Replacing light bulbs and ceiling tiles using ladders, lifts, and scaffolds
• Care and maintenance of school grounds, including litter pickup and removal, sweeping of walks, removal of snow and ice, raking, mowing, and watering grass where designated, requiring the use of hand and power lawn mowers, rakes, snow blowers, and shovels
• Inspecting the school building(s) to determine the necessity for maintenance work and submitting work orders
• Checking deliveries of fuel
• Displaying the flag of the United States according to custom
• Eliminating fire hazards and preventing accidents

Your Skill Set

• Cleaning Proficiency: Mastery of core cleaning tasks like sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, and sanitizing various surfaces.
• Equipment Knowledge: Skill in operating and maintaining cleaning tools and machinery, including floor buffers, vacuums, and power washers.
• Chemical Handling: Ability to safely handle, mix, and use a variety of cleaning chemicals and supplies.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulousness in cleaning to ensure thoroughness and high-quality results.
• Time Management: Ability to organize daily tasks, create efficient schedules, and manage unexpected situations.
• Safety Awareness: Thorough knowledge of occupational health and safety rules, including OSHA standards, to prevent accidents.
• Work Ethic: A strong commitment to quality, reliability, and a diligent approach to work.
• Independence: The ability to work with minimal supervision, showing self-motivation and responsibility.

Terms of Employment

• 40 hours per week, 12 months per year
• Must have the ability to occasionally work outside of the scheduled hours and on weekends

How to Join Our Team

To apply, please visit www.cpsd.us. Upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about this opportunity.