Location: Russellville,KY, USA
BASIC FUNCTION: 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: ? 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 walk 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. ? 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 time lines. ? 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. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law.