Custodian - Houston County High School

HOUSTON COUNTY SCHOOLS
JOB TITLE : Custodian

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
2. Demonstrated experience in custodial work preferred.
3. Meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Principal/Designee

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Maintains building security and policing grounds.
2. Cleaning, sweeping, dry mopping floors.
3. Cleaning and restocking of restrooms and restroom fixtures.
4. Cleaning classrooms and offices, vacuuming carpeted areas, dusting furniture and office machines.
5. Cleaning of windows and window sills and removal of debris from the building(s).
6. Responsible for buffing/burnishing, stripping, and refinishing of hard surface floors.
7. Shampooing, spotting, and extracting carpet.
8. Light bulb replacement, HVAC filter service, and other project work.
9. Performs within his/her ability, minor repairs to include but are not limited to light fixture/ballast replacement and light switch repair, light window glazing, door lock and closet repairs, flush valve repair, and other light plumbing.
10. Provides emergency cleanup for spills.
11. Responsible for reporting needs for other repairs and maintenance.
12. Moves or assists in the moving of heavy furniture, equipment, and objects from room to room, floor to floor, and into or out of buildings.
13. Responsible for maintaining/ordering custodial equipment and supplies and scheduling project work.
14. Performs and/or assists in an event or special program set-ups and assists faculty and staff as time permits.
15. Shifts schedule as determined by the principal and the needs of the facility and performs other duties as assigned.
16. Participates successfully in training programs offered to increase skill and proficiency related to assignment.
17. Participates in cross-training activities as required.
18. Assumes other reasonable job-related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

1. Good communication skills.
2. Ability to work with others.
3. Ability to get along with staff, faculty, and students.
4. Demonstrates aptitude for the successful completion of tasks.
5. Ability to work with minimal supervision.
6. Ability to follow oral and written communications.
7. Knowledge of cleaning techniques, and cleaning equipment.
8. Physical ability to lift moderate weights.
9. Sufficient strength, agility, and dexterity to perform all required tasks.
10. Ability to follow required approved health/safety standards and procedures.
11. Ability to ensure employees under their supervision follow required approved health/safety standards and procedures.
12. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
13. Ability to use and distribute cleaning products and equipment.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the system's approved compensation plan.
Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the system.

EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job qualifications and responsibilities, and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. The Houston County Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.