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Please view the attachment for job details, minimum qualifications and application requirements

A complete application includes all application materials, proof of education and two supervisory references.
Applicants must submit all required materials in a timely fashion.

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Description :

This job consists of routine work to maintain the cleanliness of an assigned facility and grounds. An employee in this class, under the supervision of an administrator or manager, receives general direction and leadership from a day or night custodial supervisor. This employee performs cleaning and maintenance functions on the day or evening shift. Work is evaluated through observation while work is in progress and by inspection of completed assignments.

Essential Job Functions :

• Performs building inspections to ensure building security
• Cleans buildings by sweeping, dusting, mopping, scrubbing, sealing, buffing, washing rooms, vacuuming, washing surfaces, etc.
• Performs ground maintenance by mowing, watering, sweeping and weeding
• Moves and stores furniture and equipment
• Removes snow and ice
• Ability to pick up and carry 65 pounds
• Requires extensive walking, stooping, pushing, carrying, climbing, bending and lifting
• Must be available for emergency calls

The above list is a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

Examples of Work:

• General building maintenance: clean bathrooms, dust, wash windows, scrub walls, clean furniture, fill dispensers, move furniture, wash chalkboards and clean trays, assist in the cafeteria, replace light bulbs and neon tubes, remove gum, clean drinking fountains, clean trash cans, make minor repairs, check and clean equipment, open and secure building
• Floor maintenance: pick up trash from floors, remove gum, vacuum, sweep, dry and wet mop, scrub, wax and buff
• Outdoor maintenance: pick up lawn debris, shovel snow, cut grass, clean sidewalks, operate grass-cutting equipment
• Operate cleaning equipment: vacuum cleaner, scrubber, buffer, wet and dry mops, brooms
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications :

Applicants must meet all of the qualifications, listed herein, to be considered for the vacancy. Use the application, cover letter, and resume to specifically address each qualification.

Experience:

Some experience in general cleaning of buildings and grounds is desired but not required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to hear the normally spoken word at 25 feet
• Ability to work outdoors under adverse weather conditions
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs
• Ability to pick up and carry 65 pounds
• Ability to stand for prolonged period of time

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• Working knowledge of cleaning materials and equipment
• Knowledge of the English language so as to understand operating instructions for cleaning equipment and materials and safety and accident prevention
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally
• Ability to hear the normally spoken word at 25 feet
• Ability to work outdoors under adverse weather conditions
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs
• Ability to pick up and carry 65 pounds
• Ability to operate cleaning and grass-cutting machines
• Ability to stand for prolonged period of time
• Ability to willingly attend and participate in training sessions
• Ability to learn and practice acceptable cleaning methods
• Ability to willingly acquire skills in the operation of cleaning and grass-cutting machines used in the assigned facility and to be a self-starter
• Interact positively with students, administrators, co-workers, parents and community.