About this role
This is a working crew leader position. The employee, with technical supervision from the Supervisor of Operations is responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of the assigned facility. Employee is responsible for building inspections five days per week. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Plans, assigns, trains and supervises the work of the other building custodians in cleaning and maintaining the school building and yard areas.
• Maintains necessary recordkeeping, prepares reports, requisitions, receives and maintains supplies and equipment inventory.
• Issues cleaning materials to custodial personnel and ensures at least a weekly custodial supply reserve.
• Cleans and performs preventative maintenance on grounds, maintenance equipment and other mechanical equipment as directed.
• Performs such custodial duties as, but not limited to, dusting; washing windows, doors, walls and woodwork; sweeping, dry and wet mopping, scrubbing, stripping, waxing and buffing floors; vacuuming and shampooing carpets and painting.
• Cleans restrooms, classrooms, halls, offices, cafeteria, kitchen, locker rooms and all other areas of facility.
• Cleans and changes light fixtures and bulbs by climbing ladder if necessary.
• Assists in the unloading and moving of instructional and custodial supplies and foodstuff deliveries.
• Collects and disposes of refuse.
• Removes snow and sand/salts the walkways.
• Cuts grass and trim shrubbery by operating riding and push mowers and weed trimmer.
• Opens and secures building and checks for possible vandalism.
• Serves as the first responder to building alarms.
• Monitors building systems operations such as heating, cooling, electrical and plumbing equipment and reports necessary repairs to maintenance personnel.
• Notifies the principal of necessary repairs that are beyond the scope of custodial personnel and of any situation that endangers the security of building.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Facilities, Maintenance Supervisor and Principal and Vice Principal of assigned building.
Supervisory Responsibilities – Directly supervises custodial employees in the assigned school or facility. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Competencies – to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies within the parameters of the position: Work Quality – a. Design – Demonstrates attention to detail. b. Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. c. Quality Management – Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. d. Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback quickly. e. Project Management – Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and within budget. Work Contribution: Communication Skills – a. Technical Skills – Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. b. Interpersonal skills – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming others; Maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. c. Oral communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions. d. Written Communication – Able to read and interpret written information. e. Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures; Supports organization's goals and values. f. Managing People – Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Continually works to improve supervisory skills. Work Behaviors – a. Policies and Procedures – Follows all applicable Board and Departmental policies and procedures. b. Cost consciousness – Conserves organizational resources. c. Safety/Security – Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly so as to minimize risk for injury. d. Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time and follows rules regarding assigned break periods; keeps absenteeism at a minimum. Work Contribution: Team Skills – a. Teamwork – Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive school/team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. b. Ethics – Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational value. c. Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. d. Customer Service – Responds promptly to school/departmental needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. e. Delegation – Delegates work assignments; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities. f. Managing People – Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Continually works to improve supervisory skills. Work Behaviors a. Policies and Procedures – Follows all applicable Board and Departmental policies and procedures. b. Cost consciousness – Conserves organizational resources. c. Safety/Security – Observes safety and security procedures; Reports pote equipment and materials properly so as to minimize risk for injury. d. Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time and follows rules regarding assigned break periods; keeps absenteeism at a minimum. Qualifications: to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Education and/or Experience – High school diploma or general education degree (GED) plus at least one year previous custodial experience is preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Language Skills – Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the school system.
• Mathematical Skills – Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of weight measurement, volume and distance.
• Reasoning Ability – Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instruction.
Certificates, Licenses and Registrations – A valid Drivers' License is preferred. Other Skills and Abilities – General knowledge to operate building systems including basic knowledge of how to control heating and air conditioning, how to access electric panels to control electricity and how to access valves to control the flow of water is preferred. Thorough knowledge of equipment, supplies and practices in custodial management. Must have ability to work with adults and children of various backgrounds. Other Qualifications – Prior experience with Material Safety Data Sheets is preferred. Must be able to interpret labels on cleaning materials and operational manuals and to be alert for potential hazards. Physical Demands – The physical demands described here are representative of functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers; handle or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear the spoken word up to 25 feet in distance from subject. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment – The work environment characteristic described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places and outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.