Multi-Building Custodian

Norfolk Public Schools, NE; Norfolk (NE); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk Public Schools in Norfolk, Nebraska seeks a Multi-Building Custodian to maintain safe, clean schools across buildings. This full-time, 12-month position reports to the Building Administrator / Custodial Supervisor and supports daily opening/closing, light maintenance, and safety compliance.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, willingness to participate in training, and the ability to lift up to 60 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Participate in training as needed.
• Annual evaluation under district policy.

Responsibilities

• Open/close buildings and secure doors/windows daily.
• Keep buildings, sidewalks, drives, and play areas clean and safe.
• Perform routine mechanical and maintenance tasks; service schedules for motors and lights.
• Regulate HVAC to ensure comfort and energy efficiency.
• Shovel, plow, sand walkways and ensure safe grounds.
• Inspect exits and maintain cleanliness of classrooms and corridors.
• Clean facilities, wax floors, disinfect toilets, and maintain chalkboards/whiteboards.
• Move furniture as needed for activities; report major repairs promptly.
• Perform weekend checks and participate in rotation with other buildings.

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Job Description

It is the policy of Norfolk Public Schools to not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, or other protected status in its educational programs, admission policies, employment policies or other administered programs. Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Superintendent.

JOB TITLE: MULTI-BUILDING CUSTODIAN

REPORTS TO: Building Administrator / Custodial Supervisor

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Building Administrator / Custodial Supervisor

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma/GED
• Participate in training as needed

EVALUATION: Evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the district’s Personnel Evaluation Policy

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 12 months; Full Time

JOB GOAL: To provide students and staff with a safe, attractive, comfortable, clean and efficient place in which to learn

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assume responsibility for the opening and closing of the building each day and for determining that all doors and windows are secured and all lights (except those left on for safety reasons) are turned off
• Keep buildings and premises, including sidewalk, driveways, and play areas (if elementary) neat and clean at all times
• Ability to handle mechanical functions of the building
• Maintain a regular service schedule on all motors, mechanical equipment, ballasts, lights
• Regulate heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide temperatures appropriate to the season and to insure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity
• Shovel, plow, and/or sand walks, driveways, parking areas and steps as necessary
• Check daily to insure that all exit doors are operating properly
• Dust furniture according to weekly schedule
• Sweep and vacuum classrooms daily
• Able to wet/dry strip wax on floors, required for yearly maintenance
• Able to wax floors for yearly maintenance
• Clean corridors during the day as often as is required
• Scrub and disinfect toilet floors daily, clean all sanitary fixtures and drinking fountains
• Wash all windows on both the inside and outside at least twice a year and more frequently if necessary
• Keep all floors in a clean and attractive condition and in a good state of preservation
• Clean all chalkboards/whiteboards at least once a week
• Move furniture and equipment within buildings as required for various activities as directed by the principal
• Make such minor building repairs as he/she is capable
• Report major repairs needed promptly to the building principal through maintenance request
• Perform such yard keeping chores as necessary to maintain the school grounds in a safe, attractive condition
• Report immediately to the building principal any damage to school property
• Remain on the school premises during school hours and during non-school hours when the use of the building has been authorized and his attendance required by the principal
• If an elementary building, perform weekly playground inspections (with paperwork and maintenance as required)
• Perform weekend building check including freezers, HVAC, doors, and lights
• Will be in a scheduled rotation with Senior High for weekend activities
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors

OTHER REQUIREMENTS (Intellectual, Sensory):

• Position will occasionally require lifting 60 pounds or more
• Self-directed - can organize own time and tasks
• Ability to read and follow directions on cleaning supplies

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $21.94 Please see our Salary Schedule (Enter website here)

Job Categories: Support Staff > Custodian

Location: Norfolk, Nebraska