Custodian -Harper ES

Princeton Independent School District; Princeton (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Princeton Independent School District is seeking a Custodian to maintain district facilities, ensuring safety, cleanliness, and efficient building operations. The role requires following cleaning schedules, using proper safety procedures, and assisting with event setups.

Responsibilities include cleaning floors, restrooms, windows, and classrooms; performing minor maintenance and reporting major repairs to the principal; and managing supplies and equipment with attention to energy use and

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: None specified
• Ability to read and follow cleaning/safety instructions
• Knowledge of minor repairs and building/grounds maintenance
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleaning schedule for floors, restrooms, windows, and classrooms.
• Keep buildings and grounds neat, including sidewalks and parking areas.
• Assist with lunchroom setup and minor repairs; report major needs.
• Regulate HVAC systems to ensure comfort and energy efficiency.
• Open/close building daily and ensure doors and panic bolts are secure.
• Follow safety procedures and operate tools safely.
• Move furniture as directed and assist in events.

Skills

Reading procedures

Minor repairs

Cleaning equipment operation

Handling cleaning supplies

Job description

Job Title:

Custodian

Reports to:

Custodial Services Supervisor/Principal

Dept./School:

Assigned Campus

Primary Purpose

Clean and maintain district facilities using routine procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.

Qualifications

Education/Certification: None specified

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures
• Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment
• Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies

Experience

None

Major Responsibilities And Duties

Cleaning

• Maintain a cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
• Keep school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas, neat and clean.
• Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.
• Assist in maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional supplies as needed.

Maintenance and Repair

• Assist with lunchroom set up, including arranging tables and chairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance to ensure the comfort, health, and safety of students and staff. Make minor building repairs as needed and report major repair needs to principal.
• Regulate heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide appropriate temperatures and ensure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity.
• Move furniture or equipment within building as directed by principal.
• Assist in setting up facilities for special events.

Safety

• Assist with opening and closing building each school day checking to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during hours of building occupancy. Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.
• Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Tools/Equipment Used: Buffer, stripper, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, electric drill, hand tools, shampooer, lawn mower, edger, and weed eater.
• Posture: Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching, and overhead reaching
• Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis
• Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress