Custodian Day Porter II

chesterfield

United States

On-site

USD 32,000 - 54,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Chesterfield County Public Schools is seeking a custodian to perform general cleaning duties across the school building, including floors, fixtures, and windows. The role involves using commercial cleaning equipment and may require after-hours coverage for events.

The incumbent will follow safety guidelines, assist with cafeteria cleaning, and support with building inspections. A Virginia driver's license and driving checks may apply, with standard background investigations required.

Qualifications

Working knowledge of proper cleaning techniques and standards.
Ability to operate commercial cleaning equipment.
Basic computer and keyboarding skills.
Ability to use standard English to read, communicate, and follow written instructions.
Ability to work safely and efficiently with machinery.

Responsibilities

Performs general cleaning duties to include inside fixtures, floors, walls, and windows.
Performs intermediate to advanced floor care, upholstery, window coverings maintenance and deep cleaning tasks.
Coordinate and perform preventative custodial maintenance tasks as needed.
Prepare standard reports including daily task reports, work control documents, and inventory checklists.
Provide coverage for after school and weekend activities and set up/tear down for events.

Skills

Cleaning techniques

Customer service

Communication skills

English literacy

Basic computer skills

Tools

Vacuum cleaner

Wet vacuum

Kaivac machines

Carpet cleaner/extractor

Mops and buffer

Job description

General Description:

Position is responsible for general cleaning duties of a school building that may require frequent lifting up to 45 pounds, moving up to 75 pounds and the operation of commercial cleaning equipment. Tasks performed are specific with recurring assignments and are performed under general supervision of the Building Operations Supervisor. May be required to work after hours, weekends and holidays. Will be required to work Monday - Friday.

Job Description:

Essential Job Functions:

Performs general cleaning duties to include inside fixtures, floors, walls, and windows.
Perform intermediate to advanced tasks in floor care, upholstery, window covering maintenance and deep cleaning tasks.
Perform small leadership support tasks which include but not limited to coordinating and performing preventative custodial maintenance tasks.
Prepare standard reports including daily task reports, work control documents, work orders, and inventory checklists.
Work independently and in a team environment to complete assigned duties.
Apply all environmental, safety and health requirements in day-to-day tasks
Assists with school lunch coverage (day shift) and cleaning of the cafeteria.
Performs cleaning duties to include moving furniture, stripping floors, snow removal, and trash removal.
Monitors halls and restrooms to ensure adequate stock levels.
Secures building where applicable.
Keeps grounds and outside walkways clean around the immediate perimeter of the building.
Provides coverage for after school and weekend activities.
Setting-up and tearing-down for school events
May be occasionally required to assist Building Operations Supervisor (BOS) and maintenance personnel with building repairs.
Perform building inspections using CleanTelligent software.
Unlock and lock facilities as required.
Reports maintenance issues and preventative repairs daily.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Budgetary Responsibility:

N/A

Report Preparation:

N/A

Equipment Operation:

Vacuum cleaner, wet vacuum, kaivac machines, carpet cleaner/extractor, mops and buffer

Contacts:

Daily contact with staff, administration and students within a school environment.

Work Direction/Supervision:

Receives written and verbal requests from Custodial Manager, Zone Supervisor, school staff and administration for work to be done.

Decision Making:

Some decision making in terms of work priorities. Supervisor's approval required for most decisions

Formal Policy-Setting Responsibilities:

N/A

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, handle paper files, records, computer and equipment controls, talk and hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. The employee must frequently lift up to 45 pounds and/or move up to 75 pounds and possess the strength to operate commercial cleaning equipment.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may work near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to hot or cold conditions and risk of electrical shock. Some work is performed outside. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

Qualifications:

Working knowledge of proper cleaning techniques and cleaning standards. Ability to operate commercial cleaning equipment. Requires the ability to use standard English to: read, communicate, understand and follow written instructions; write simple sentences, and comprehend labeling on products. Ability to work safely and efficiently with machinery. Basic computer and keyboarding skills. Practice and understand the elements of good customer service, good communication skills, comprehension skills, and interaction with others.

Additional Job Requirements:

Requires the ability to speak effectively and communicate in the English language. Valid VA Driver's License. This position requires the incumbent to drive. In accordance with Policy 5431, an employee who occupies the position and is assigned a district-owned or leased motor vehicle will be subject to annual driving checks and must maintain acceptable records pursuant to the standards set forth in the policy.

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests: