Custodian - Jr./Sr. High School

Woodland Park School District RE-2; Woodland Park (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodland Park School District RE-2 is seeking a full-time Custodian to perform general cleaning and maintenance across school buildings and grounds. Under supervision, you will ensure safety, clean rooms, floors, restrooms, and assist with setup for events.

You will handle deliveries, snow removal, and basic repairs, contributing to a clean, safe learning environment. Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or equivalent and relevant maintenance experience.

Qualifications

• Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying.
• High School Diploma or completion of sufficient education to successfully perform the duties of the position.
• Previous experience in building and cleaning maintenance desirable.

Responsibilities

• Checks and secures building at beginning and end of shift for safety and cleanliness.
• Cleans rooms, hallways, cafeterias, restrooms, offices, stairways and other areas to district standards.
• Sweeps, mops, buffs, strips and waxes floors.
• Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstery, blinds; washes walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors and sills.
• Replaces light bulbs; setups and breaks down furniture for meetings.
• Performs grounds-keeping, snow removal and debris clearance; handles deliveries and storages.

Skills

Follow work orders

Describe problems

Cooperative relationships

Mathematical calculations

Work in varied weather

Work at heights

Adherence to procedures

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Brooms & mops

Floor cleaning machines

Vacuum cleaners

Snow removal equipment

Ladders / lifts

Job description

Position Function

Under the direct supervision of the Principal, Maintenance Director and Building Manager, performs general cleaning and maintenance in school buildings and grounds; maintains equipment in functional condition; and provides cleaning and custodial assistance to students, teachers, visitors and others as necessary.

Custodian

Under the direct supervision of the Principal, Maintenance Director and Building Manager, performs general cleaning and maintenance in school buildings and grounds; maintains equipment in functional condition; and provides cleaning and custodial assistance to students, teachers, visitors and others as necessary. Performs related duties and general maintenance work as required.

Salary

• Minimum Compensation (based on 100% FTE): $15.89 - $18.96/hour (depending on experience)
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Hours per Day: 8
• Number of Days per Year: 260 (includes 10 paid holidays)

Essential Functions

• Checks and secures building at beginning and end of shift for the purpose of ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the building.
• Cleans rooms, hallways, cafeterias, restrooms, offices, stairways, and other areas of building according to school district standards.
• Sweeps, mops, buffs, strips, and waxes floors.
• Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and blinds.
• Washes walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors, and sills.
• Removes graffiti, cleans glass areas.
• Replaces light bulbs.
• Sets up and breaks down chairs, tables and equipment in meeting rooms, and functional rooms.
• Clears snow from entrances and walks, and spreads sand and ice melting chemicals.
• Performs grounds-keeping duties, clears debris and maintains grounds.
• Receives deliveries and assists in unloading trucks and storing supplies.
• Delivers supplies and materials to classrooms, bathrooms and other areas of the building.
• Empties wastebaskets; picks up and removes trash and assists in recycling program.

Duties

Additional Duties

• Performs general cleaning, and repair work, particularly during school vacations.
• Assists parents and other visitors to school buildings with special events and programs.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses hand tools of trade and related power equipment, including brooms, mops, floor cleaning and waxing machines, vacuum cleaners, snow blowers, shovels, power mower and hand tools.

Safety Requirements

Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper use of tools and power equipment used in the performance of duties.

Wears appropriate safety gear, including masks.

Must comply with school district's chemical hygiene program.

Travel Requirements

Occasional travel between schools, or between schools and central office, may be required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to follow oral or written work orders from supervisor, and to coordinate work with principal and others.
• Ability to describe orally or in writing cleaning, maintenance or repair problems as needed.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure.
• Ability to work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow.
• Ability to work above ground from ladders and automatic lifts.
• Ability to perform work according to standard procedures and schedule set forth by supervisor(s).

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard office and school building environments.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, solvents and contaminated trash, grasses, pollens, etc.
• Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The work also requires the following physical abilities in order to perform the essential job functions: balancing, climbing, crouching, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity and walking.

Qualifications Profile

• Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
• High School Diploma or completion of sufficient education to successfully perform the duties of the position.
• Previous experience in building and cleaning maintenance desirable.

FLSA Status: Non-exempt