Hopkins County School District Madisonville , KY 42431
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Custodian
Classified Position - 7609
2024-25 school year
Salary
Category 4 per Salary Schedule
Days
240
Reports to:
School Principal
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings, locker rooms and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Perform routine custodial activities at assigned District school site; sweep, scrub, mop, wax and polish floors and vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops and other assigned work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets; glue and perform carpet stretching and repairs as assigned
Clean classrooms, restrooms, showers, locker rooms, shops, cafeteria, offices and related facilities as assigned; sweep, mop and clean gymnasium floor as assigned; spot mop spills and remove gum and debris; monitor gym events to assure orderly behavior and to protect the building from damage; clean tables, chairs and floors after lunch periods as. assigned
Clean and disinfect drinking fountains, sinks, toilets, showers and urinals; clean mirrors, tile and windows
Report safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate authority; report and recommend need for maintenance repairs to appropriate authority; maintain security of buildings; report suspicious or unauthorized individuals on campus; report infractions or rules to supervisor
Wash windows and walls; clean chalkboards, trays and erasers and empty pencil sharpeners; assemble, move and arrange furniture, supplies and equipment in preparing classrooms and multi-purpose rooms for special events or meetings
Clean venetian blinds, dust and polish furniture and woodwork and make minor, non-technical repairs as needed
Lock and unlock doors and gates as appropriate; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; turn alarm system off in the morning and on in the evenings as directed
Order supplies according to established guidelines and procedures
Pick up and rake paper, trash and debris around school grounds and in buildings; sweep and clean walkways and entrances; dispose of trash according to established procedures; wash out trash cans and follow established sanitation procedures and standards
Pack, unpack, load, receive and store books, supplies, materials and other items
Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums, floor stripper, cleaning, buffer and polisher, carpet shampooer, scrubbers, high-pressure sprayer, manual and power sweepers and power blower as assigned
Shovel, plow and sand walks and steps as directed
Respond to emergency cleanups such as spills; maintain records of observed maintenance, repair needs and safety issues
Participate in major summer cleaning projects as assigned
Maintains regular and predictable attendance
Adheres to the professional code of ethics
Successfully utilizes technology as appropriate in job function
Perform related duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Basic methods, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial work and routine maintenance
Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies
Proper lifting techniques
ABILITY TO:
Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings, locker rooms and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition
Use cleaning materials, equipment and methods according to pre-determined standards
Learn and apply knowledge of the schedules, procedures and use of equipment and supplies used in custodial work
Learn appropriate safety precautions and procedures
Maintain tools and equipment signed in clean working order and provide proper security
Perform minor non-technical repairs
Observe and report need for maintenance and repair
Perform heavy physical labor
Understand and follow oral and written directions
Meet schedules and timelines
Communicate effectively with others
Inspect and assure the security of facilities during assigned shift
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Walk, bend, lift, push and stand for extended periods of time
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Seldom/Rare: Lift/carry over 100 lbs
Occasional (up to 1/3 of work day): Sitting, Kneel/crawl, Climb/balance
Frequent (1/3 to 2/3 of work day): Reach/push/pull, Bend/stoop/crouch, Lift/carry up to 50 lbs
Repetitive (2/3 or more of work day): Standing/walking, Handle/finger/feel, Lift/carry up to 10 lbs
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Hopkins County School District