Custodian II at Jefferson - 2:30pm-11:00pm - Iowa Staffing : Job Details

Under the supervision of the building engineer, the custodian is responsible for the following:

• General cleaning, such as sweeping, cleaning of carpets and blinds, emptying of waste receptacles, cleaning toilet facilities and filling of dispensers
• Cleaning light fixtures and replacing bulbs
• Yard work such as mowing, trimming, general cleanup and marking athletic fields
• Keeping walks and entries clear of ice and snow
• Helping with receiving and storing supplies for the building cafeteria
• Moving and arranging furniture for school functions
• Carrying out additional requests of building principal and engineer, as needed
• Other duties may be assigned

Qualification: Essential skills/aptitudes/requirements:

• Knowledge of modern cleaning methods, the use and care of materials, tools, and equipment
• Ability to perform minor building repairs
• Ability to plan, organize and carry out work schedules efficiently
• Responsible attitude towards job and fellow workers
• Must be in excellent physical condition
• Must be willing to work in adverse weather conditions
• Reports to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis
• Effective oral and written communications
• Computer literacy required
• Ability to work independently
• Aptitude for detail
• Ability to work under pressure with frequent interruptions
• Valid Iowa Driver's license
• A driving record satisfactory to the District and the District's insurance carrier
• Capable of representing the school District in a professional manner
• Must be able to pass the Physical Capacity Profile tests

Reasoning ability: Ability to solve problems effectively. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

Other skills and abilities: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, colleagues, community members, staff and students. Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb, use hands and fingers to handle and/or feel objects, squat, and stoop, kneel, reach above the head, and push/pull or lift/move heavy objects. Be able to climb up and down a ladder wearing a tool belt with approximately 10 lbs of weight; shoveling with 30lb push; push/pull 40lbs effort each hand; bucket lift and pour 50lbs; office desk lift (one end) 90lbs; transfer 50lb ground to 41 ; lift from 37 to 67 shelf 30lbs; carry 80lbs for 20 feet; push/pull effort 25 feet with 90lbs. The job may require exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally.

Working environment: The work environment is usually quiet but employee may work in areas of a building or operate equipment where hearing protection is recommended. The employee will move, stand, and squat on an assortment of surfaces including tile, wood, terrazzo, and concrete. The employee will generally work inside but will be required to work outside during hot or cold weather, rain, snow, sleet and icy conditions performing their duties. The employee will stand or move on surfaces that are damp.

Classification: Category A of the salary schedule of Maintenance and Custodial

Employment date: To be scheduled

Required education level: GED, high school diploma

Hiring manager: E.J. Brink/Mike Pitcher