Custodian

City of Medina - Civil Service Commission; Medina (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid vacation (260 days/yr)

Job summary

City of Medina - Civil Service Commission is seeking a full-time custodian to maintain a clean and safe school environment across classrooms, offices and restrooms. Duties include cleaning floors, restrooms, glass, trash, and setting up for events.

The role also covers securing the building at night, reporting maintenance needs, and performing minor repairs as required. Work schedule includes 2nd or 3rd shift and health benefits with vacation time; 260 working days per year (includes 12 paid

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions and read color-coded labels.
• Ability to work with diverse staff and students and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial duties to keep classrooms, offices, restrooms clean and sanitary.
• Set up for events and clean up afterward (moving tables, chairs, etc.).
• Secure building at night by locking doors/windows and arming alarm.
• Report broken equipment and supply needs to Head Custodian.
• Follow safety procedures and basic chemical handling guidelines.

Skills

Safety awareness

Reading instructions

Teamwork

Flexibility

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Performs cleaning and basic maintenance duties in assigned area including, but not limited to, classrooms, offices and restrooms o ensure a clean and safe environment. Sets up before and cleans up after school-related functions.

Full-time, 2nd or 3rd shift. Health Benefits and earned Vacation time. 260 days per year (includes 12.0 paid holidays).

MEDINA CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION announces an open-competitive examination process for this position. Application and testing process is on-going. When a vacancy occurs, top names appearing on the eligible list will be contacted for an interview.

• Performs custodial duties to ensure a clean and sanitary school environment. This includes, but is not limited to, cleaning (sweep, mop, vacuum, wax) floors, hallways, restrooms, spills and bodily fluids, trash removal, sanitizing assigned areas, restocking soap, paper towels and toilet paper, cleaning glass, mowing, snow removal, trimming landscaping, etc.
• Sets up for various events and cleans up after events which involves moving tables, chairs, risers, bleachers, score tables, etc.
• Secures building each night which requires: keeping people in designated/appropriate areas, locking all doors and windows, turning lights off, setting building alarm, etc.
• Communicates with Head Custodian about any broken equipment or tools and needed supplies as well as reporting any vandalism or suspected theft.
• Uses proper safety practices and procedures when performing duties.
• Communicates with administrators and staff, listens and responds to their custodial needs timely.
• Cleans and maintains custodial equipment and materials as needed.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Remains apprised of District happenings by regularly checking and responding to emails inDistrict Inbox.
• Performs minor maintenance duties, including, but not limited to, light bulb and battery replacement, painting, plumbing, e.g. clogged toilets, etc.
• Interacts in a professional and respectful manner with students, staff and visitors.
• Attends meetings and in-services as required and completes required training and classestimely.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Acceptable results on BCI & FBI criminal background checks and enrollment in Rapback.
• Prior cleaning or related-work experience preferred.
• Alternatives to the above qualifications as superintendent and/or board of education may deem appropriate
• Competitive testing for in-house candidates; civil service test for entry-level candidates required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to work effectively with diverse personalities.
• Ability to read, listen, understand and follow written and verbal instructions and recognize color.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills used to convey ideas clearly.
• Ability to be flexible and use organizational and problem-solving skills to address work issues.
• Working knowledge of the proper use and storage of cleaning chemicals.
• Working knowledge of best cleaning and safety procedures.
• Elementary knowledge of plumbing and electricity.
• Ability to work independently.
• Basic computer competency to complete required on-line classes, make entries and edits in automated attendance system, read and send emails.
• Ability to work outside of normal work hours as needed.