Custodian

Wythe County Public Schools; Wytheville (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Virginia is seeking a dedicated Custodian to join their team. In this full-time role, you will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and functionality within the school premises, undertaking tasks such as cleaning restrooms, removing trash, and assisting with facility maintenance. Preferred candidates will have a high school diploma and must be physically able to perform various cleaning duties and light repairs. This position ensures a welcoming and safe environment for students and staff.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Able to do moderate to heavy lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Possesses knowledge of building cleaning supplies and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, vacuum, buff, strip, wax, and dust mop areas.
• Remove trash from rooms and buildings.
• Scrub and clean restrooms.
• Dust furniture, walls, and windows.
• Assist with snow and ice removal.
• Perform basic repairs and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Good physical health

Ability to follow directions

Knowledge of building cleaning practices

Ability to climb ladders

Knowledge of HVAC and electrical systems

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Custodian

Wythe County Public Schools – Wytheville, Virginia

Job Details

Job ID: 4978649

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 10, 2021 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Personnel Vacancy

FULL-TIME CUSTODIAN

November 10, 2021

Preferred Qualifications

• Is at least 18 years of age and is in good physical health, and can do moderate to heavy lifting up to 50 pounds as frequently as necessary.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Possesses some knowledge of building cleaning practices, supplies, and equipment ordemonstratesa genuine desire to learn within the probationary period and thereafter.
• Possesses the ability to follow simple oral and written directions.
• Possesses the ability to climb ladders, stand for extended periods of time, push orpull objects, walk, reach(above shoulders, overhead, and horizontally), and operatecustodian equipment and tools while being subject to environmental conditions, hazards, atmospheric conditions, cleaning chemicals, and furnace or boiler by-products.
• Possesses knowledge of HVAC and electrical systems.
• Demonstrated the ability to use cleaning supplies and equipment economically and efficiently during the probationary period and thereafter.

Performance Responsibilities

• Sweeps, vacuums, buffs, strips, waxes, and dust mops assigned areas.
• Removestrash at regular intervals and as needed from rooms and buildings and places in containers and dumpsters.
• Scrubs and cleans restrooms, including mirrors, wash basins, commodes, and sinks.
• Fills tissue, towel, and soap dispenser, and disinfectas needed.
• Dust furniture, walls, window sills, and other woodwork.
• Stacks cafeteria chairs and/or tables as required.
• Washes windows, walls, and woodwork, dust venetian blinds.
• Cleans drinking fountains.
• Cleans school grounds as needed.
• Mows lawn, trims shrubbery, and cultivates flowers using hand tools and power tools.
• Assist with snow and ice removal, including the operation of tractor.
• Set up rooms and spaces for special events.
• Moves furniture, equipment, and supplies.
• Performs basic repair work, including painting, minor plumbing, desk, chair, and locker repairs. Replace ceiling tiles and light bulbs.
• Cleans storage rooms and equipment and orders, unloads, and stores supplies and deliveries from vehicles.
• Checks freezers and coolers to ensure functional operation.
• Checks and secures school premises to protect against vandalism and theft.
• Attends in-service training to develop and improve knowledge and skills in building service work.
• Checks boiler(s) and circulation pump(s) if appropriate.
• Checks exit lights, fire extinguishers, and pull stations.
• Works with HVAC and electrical systems.
• Performs related tasks as assigned by the school principal.

Terms of employment: Full Time 12 months

All interested and qualified persons may submit a completed application form and supporting documents to:

Director of Personnel

1570 West Reservoir St

Wytheville, VA 24382

Telephone: [phone]; Fax:[phone]

Web Page: http://wythek12.va.us

APPLICATION DEADLINE: UNTIL FILLED

Notice of Non-Discrimination:

The Wythe County School Board is committed to nondiscrimination with regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law, political affiliation, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This commitment prevails in all of its policies and practices concerning staff, students, educational programs and services, and individuals and entities with whom the Board does business.

The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director of Personnel and Human Resources or School Social Worker: 1570 W. Reservoir Wytheville, VA 24382, 276-228-5411.

You may also contact these individuals at:

https://wythe.k12.va.us/cms/One.aspx?portalId=433983&pageId=2352681

For further information on notice of nondiscrimination, visit https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/index.html for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required