Position Type: Support Staff/CustodianDate Posted: 10/15/2024Location: WIU Administration BuildingPOSITION: Custodian (TIS-SS-CST) DIVISION: Financial Services SUPERVISOR: Buildings and Grounds Supervisor SUPERVISES: No Supervisory Responsibility CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt NUMBER OF DAYS: 260 days for full-time; varies for part-time COMPENSATION PLAN: WIU-ESPA CBA Specified Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 6-10 pm or changed as needed by Supervisor. Daily shifts are not to exceed 4 hours per day. Education and Experience: Minimum Education: High School or its equivalent Minimum Experience: Previous custodial experience is preferred General Description: The Custodian's primary responsibility is to promote and maintain the cleanliness of the building and grounds, and provide set up and take down of tables, chairs, etc. for a variety of events. The custodian will use prescribed methods and materials in cleaning and otherwise caring for building and equipment. The custodian will respond to building staff needs to maintain the functioning of the building and its programs, and resolves problems to ensure clean, orderly, efficient and safe operations. Description of Duties:
- Cleans classrooms, conference rooms auditorium/gymnasium, staff lunch room and offices: dusts chalkboard/whiteboard, cleans windows, empty trash, vacuum and/or dust mop floors, clean blinds.
- Cleans restrooms: clean toilets, clean sink, mop floor daily; refill paper products and hand soap as needed.
- Vacuums carpeted areas as necessary, cleans hallways, floors, walls (if needed) and drinking fountains, and floor mats daily.
- Opens/Closes facility: Checks all doors to make sure they are secured and arms/disarms alarm systems.
- Cleans walkways and parking areas from debris (snow, ice) and spread salt, as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Executive Director or designee.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of and/or ability to learn about cleaning equipment, products, techniques and standards.
- Skills in using cleaning products and equipment.
- Knowledge in operating and maintaining machines, equipment and tools.
- Must be able to follow directions, communicate effectively and work well with others in a team environment and with limited supervision.
- Basic computer operating skills, including email function and helpdesk ticket processing.
- Ability to display a positive and enthusiastic work ethic.
Current or former Westmoreland Intermediate Unit employees must have demonstrated proficiency at job assignments. Physical/Environment Requirements: The physical demands of this position are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. (O) Occasionally - (OE) Occasionally Essential - (F) Frequently - (C) Continually While performing the duties of the job, the employee must (C) Walk, (C) Stand,(O) Sprint/Running,(OE) Bend/twist at the neck more than the average person,(C) Bend/twist at the trunk more than the average person,(C) Squat/stoop/kneel,(F) Reach above the head,(F) Reach forward,(F) Repeat the same hand, arm, or finger motion many times (e.g. data entry),(F) Climb (e.g. ladders),(OE) Hand/grip strength,(C) Manuel dexterity (e.g. opening items),(C) Use finger dexterity (e.g. typing, manipulative), Lift up to 10 pounds from,(F) Floor to waist, Lift up to 10 pounds from,(F) Waist to shoulder, Lift up to 10 pounds from,(OE) Shoulder to overhead, Lift up to 11 to 15 pounds from,(F) Floor to waist, Lift up to 11 to 15 pounds from,(F) Waist to shoulder, Lift up to 11 to 15 pounds from,(OE) Shoulder to overhead, Lift up to 26 to 50 pounds from,(OE) Floor to waist, Lift up to 26 to 50 pounds from,(O) Waist to shoulder,(F) Push/pull 25 to 50 pounds,(OE) Push/pull 51 to 75 pounds,(O) Push/pull 76 to 90 pounds,Examples of items that are pushed or pulled,(F)floor & carpet scrubbers(F) Items that are pushed/pulled on wheels, Terrain items pushed or pulled on is,(F) Carpeted floor, Terrain items pushed or pulled on is,(F) Paved road, Terrain items pushed or pulled on is,(F) Tiled floor, Terrain items pushed or pulled on is,(OE) Concrete, Terrain items pushed or pulled on is,(O) Other rough outdoor surfaces,(F) Carry 10 to 25 pounds,(OE) Carry 26 to 50 pounds,(O) Carry 51 to 75 pounds,(O) Carry 76 to 90 pounds, with assistance. Example of and distance that items are carried,(F)cleaning supplies and other deliveries/ to place on a dolly and/or shelf The information contained in this job description is for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, Other:
- Act 114 (Federal Criminal History Background Check)
- Act 34 (PA State Criminal History Clearance)
- Act 151 (PA Child Abuse History Clearance)
- Act 126 (Mandated Reporter Training)
- Act 168 (Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure)
- Act 24 (Arrest & Conviction Statement)
- School Personnel Health Record
- Tuberculosis Test Result
Clearances must be current within 5 years from date of hire and a School Personnel Health Record current within 1 year from date of hire accompanied by Tuberculosis Test Result within 3 months of date of hire. Travel Requirements:
- A mimimal to moderate amount of local travel is required. Occassional travel outside of Westmoreland County may be required.
- A valid driver's license is required.