Custodian - Substitute (Multiple Vacancies)

Upper Moreland Township School District; Willow Grove (Montgomery County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in an educational institution committed to providing a safe and clean environment for students and staff. As a Custodian, you will play a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the facilities, ensuring that all areas are well-kept and ready for use. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the community while working in a supportive environment. If you have a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a positive impact in the school district.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years of prior work experience as a custodian.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of assigned areas including bathrooms and classrooms.
• Utilize power equipment for heavier cleaning tasks.
• Assist in setup for events and maintain outdoor areas.

Skills

Communication Skills

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Ability to work independently

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Power Equipment (Scrubbers, Waxing Equipment)

Job description

Position Type:
Custodial & Maintenance/ Custodian

Date Posted:
9/16/2024

Location:
Upper Moreland School District

UPPER MORELAND TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT JOB DESCRIPTION

Position:Custodian
Department:Facilities
Reports to:Custodial & Warehouse Supervisor (1st Level) / Facilities Director (2nd Level)
FLSA Status:Non-Exempt (Hourly) – Service Employees International Union Local 32 BJ District 1201
Schedule:Substitute
Hourly Rate:$18.90/hour

MISSION STATEMENT:
The Upper Moreland Township School District is an educational institution working in partnership with the community to provide all students with educational opportunities to develop knowledge, skills, behaviors, and habits of mind necessary for excellence and success as critical thinkers, as caring and confident individuals, and as contributing members of society.

SUMMARY:
Maintains the safety and cleanliness of the assigned facility and performs light maintenance as directed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
(Other appropriate duties may be assigned.)

• Maintains cleanliness of assigned bathroom areas as well as replenishment of supplies including, but not limited to, soap dispensers, toilet paper dispensers and paper towel dispensers as assigned.
• Cleans and maintains assigned areas including but not limited to emptying trash, dusting, sweeping, mop/wet mopping, washing surfaces on a daily basis as assigned.
• Utilizes power equipment including but not limited to, scrubbers and waxing equipment to provide heavier cleaning assistance as assigned.
• Secures facility as assigned.
• Light painting as assigned.
• Provide set up assistance including chairs, tables etc, as assigned.
• Shovel/salt walking surfaces surrounding the facility as assigned.
• Maintain cleanliness of the outside area surrounding the facility as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum of two years of prior work experience as a custodian
• Strong communication skills both oral and written.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds on a regular basis and up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Ability to work in extreme (hot and cold) weather conditions.
• Ability to report to work in inclement weather conditions.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, crawl for a period of 8 hours per day.
• Ability to work independently and maintain security of the building
• Must successfully complete and maintain compliance with all federal and state background and criminal record check requirements.
• Candidate must adhere to all local, state, federal, and school code requirements for employment.
  

The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the Director of Human Resources of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required.
Upper Moreland Township School District shall not discriminate in their educational programs, activities or employment practices based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, veteran status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification.