Custodian / Grounds

Spray School District

Spray (OR)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 42,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Spray School District is seeking a Custodian / Grounds to maintain a clean, safe, and attractive school facility. The role supports meetings, classroom activities, and events while minimizing liability exposure and maintaining grounds and athletic facilities.

Typical shifts include 4:00 AM–8:00 AM or 4:00 PM–8:00 PM, with evening hours common and flexibility to other schedules as needed. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred experience in building maintenance

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Experience in building maintenance preferred.
Training in asbestos identification and BBP training.

Responsibilities

Arranges furnishings and equipment for meetings, classroom activities and events.
Cleans school facilities to maintain a sanitary, safe and attractive environment.
Delivers items to proper parties and maintains attendance and punctuality.
Secures facilities and grounds to minimize damage and ensure safety.
Repairs furniture/equipment and maintains grounds and equipment as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Title: Custodian / Grounds

Department: School Site

Classification: Classified

Supervised by: Superintendent or Designee

Work Year: 260 Days or Assigned by Superintendent

Job Purpose Statement:

4:00 AM - 8:00 AM or

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

The position of Custodian is done for the purpose/s of maintaining an attractive, sanitary and safe facility; providing adequate arrangements for meetings, classroom activities and events; minimizing property damage, loss and liability exposure and maintaining grounds and athletic facilities. Employees classified as Custodian are usually assigned to work during evening hours but may be required to work other schedules. These employees do not supervise others.

Job Qualifications: Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Experience in building maintenance preferred
Training in asbestos identification and BBP training

Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required:

Valid Driver’s License and evidence of insurability
Successfully pass district background screening

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to prioritize and plan work activities and use time efficiently.
Ability to approach others in a tactful manner.
Ability to follow instructions and respond to supervisor direction, take responsibility for own actions, and commit to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
Ability to perform basic cleaning and maintenance operations

Essential Job Functions:

Arranges furnishings and equipment for the purpose of providing adequate preparations for meetings, classroom activities and events (i.e., regular school, community education, special events).
Cleans school facilities (i.e. classrooms, offices, multipurpose rooms, grounds, windows, restrooms, sinks, carpets, floors, garbage cans, wastebaskets, gym cafetorium, and other areas as directed by principal or head custodian) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment
Delivers a variety of items (e.g. supplies, mail, packages, furniture) for the purpose of distributing the materials to the appropriate parties
Maintains regular and appropriate attendance and is on time for assignment(s) for the purpose of meeting the needs of the students and the district.
Informs principal, supervisor, other site personnel and students for the purpose of providing information regarding activities, safety and/or proper maintenance of facilities
Secures facilities and grounds for the purpose of minimizing property damage, loss and liability and ensuring safety at work site (i.e., unlock & lock doors, secure gates, check windows, turn lights off/on; operate heating plant and equipment)
Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
Repairs furniture, equipment and minor building damage for the purpose of ensuring that items are available and in safe working condition.
Maintains ice & snow free access to the building
Requests equipment and supplies through the principal or supervisor for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of items as needed to properly maintain facilities
Maintains grounds and operates equipment as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Educational Skills:

Language & Communication:

Ability to comprehend, interpret and explain pertinent laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence and memos.
Ability to speak effectively with other employees and/or students
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, managers, employees, clients, customers, and/or the general public
Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from individuals or groups.

Mathematical:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to make accurate mathematical computations or apply standardized statistical procedures manually or by device.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Work effectively with and respond to people from diverse cultures or backgrounds.
Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech and dress in a neat, clean and appropriate professional manner for the assignment and work setting.
Have regular and punctual attendance.
Confer regularly with District staff and immediate supervisor.
Communicate regularly with community members and provide support for building use
Follow all District policies, work procedures and reasonable requests by proper authority.
Maintain the integrity of confidential information relating to a student, family, colleague or District patron.

Physical Requirements:

Stand/Walk { }None { }1-4 hrs {x}4-6 hrs { }6-8 hrs
Sit { }None {x}1-3 hrs { }3-5 hrs { }5-8 hrs
Drive { }None {x}1-3 hrs { }3-5 hrs { }5-8 hrs
Employee may use hands for repetitive:
{x}Single Grasping {x}Pushing and Pulling {x}Fine Manipulation
Employee may use feet for repetitive movement as in operating foot controls:
{ }Yes {x}No
Employee may need to:
Bend {x}Frequently { }Occasionally { }Not at all
Squat {x}Frequently { }Occasionally { }Not at all
Climb Stairs {x}Frequently { }Occasionally { }Not at all
Lift {x}Frequently { }Occasionally { }Not at all
Lifting:
{ } Sedentary Work: Lifting 20 pounds occasionally with frequent sitting and occasional standing/walking.
{ } Light Work: Lifting 20 pounds occasionally with occasional sitting and frequent standing/walking.
{ } Medium Work: Lifting 50 occasionally, 25 pounds frequently with occasional sitting and frequent standing/walking.
{x} Medium Heavy Work: Lifting 75 pounds occasionally, 35 pounds frequently with occasional sitting and frequent standing/walking.
{ } Heavy Work: Lifting 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently with occasional sitting and frequent standing/walking.

Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting

As mandatory reporter (ORS.419b.010) you are required to immediately report to Law Enforcement and or Department of Human Services, any instances of suspected child abuse.

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