School Custodian: Clean, Maintain & Secure Facilities

Sylvania; Santa Fe, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania in Santa Fe, NM is seeking a Custodian to maintain clean and safe school facilities, including classrooms, offices and restrooms.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, NM driver's license, and at least one year custodial experience. You will follow district policies, assist in events, and ensure building security.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Valid New Mexico driver’s license for operating vehicles of the size required for this position.
• One year custodial experience.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods, safe work practices and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs general custodial duties to clean assigned area; sanitize and maintain buildings.
• Cleans restrooms; refills dispensers.
• Orders, stocks, and maintains supplies in buildings.
• Maintains security of assigned area; follow policies and safety rules.
• Operates custodial equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Professionalism

Confidentiality

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED

A valid New Mexico driver’s license appropriate for operating vehicles of the size required for this position.

One year custodial experience.

Knowledge of:

Operations, services and activities of a custodial program.

Modern institutional cleaning methods, materials, safe work practices and equipment.

Methods and techniques of cleaning and preserving floors, furniture, walls and fixtures.

Operational characteristics of cleaning equipment and materials.

Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.

Health and safety regulations.

Skills/Aptitudes:

Good organizational ability; good written and oral communication skills; ability to maintain high level of professionalism and confidentiality regarding students, staff, parents, and school matters. Ability to work with co-workers, students, staff and maintain a positive attitude.

Essential Job Responsibilities of Custodian:

· Works cooperatively with colleagues, supervisors, and administrators.

· Demonstrates ethical behavior.

· Follows district policies and administrative rules and regulations.

· Follows District Code of Conduct policies.

· Maintains behavior appropriate to performing and accomplishing assigned duties.

· Maintains a suitable personal appearance as it relates to position.

· Knows what to do to successfully complete assigned work.

· Performs general custodial duties to clean assigned area; clean, sanitize and maintain assigned buildings, classrooms, offices and restroom facilities.

· Cleans and disinfects lavatories, toilets and other plumbing fixtures; refills paper and other dispensers.

· Orders, stocks, and maintains adequate levels of supplies in buildings.

· Cleans chalkboards, washes windows, dusts, waxes and polishes furniture and woodwork.

· Replaces and installs light bulbs in interior building as needed.

· Raises and lowers flags on school days.

· Empties, cleans, and sanitizes waste containers.

· Maintains security of assigned area; ensures doors and gates are locked when work is completed; inspects for vandalism; confers with security personnel and higher level staff as necessary.

· Operates custodial equipment, materials and supplies in a safe and effective manner.

· Carries out assignments and instructions from supervisor in a competent and efficient manner.

· Maintains buildings and grounds in such a manner they are clean and free of trash and debris.

· Wears protective back belts whenever lifting or doing strenuous work.

· Assumes responsibility for building security ensuring windows are locked windows and doors are secured.

· Performs emergency minor repair and cleaning as necessary.

· Maintains a safe environment for staff and students.

· Wears protective wear as directed when cleaning up body fluids.

· Responds to the needs of the principal and staff of the building.

· Assists in the preparation of rooms and facilities for special events, activities and meetings; move, arrange, and set up items and equipment.

· Sweep, mop, wax and buff floors; vacuum and shampoo rugs and carpets; operate equipment such as floor buffers and vacuum cleaners.

· Performs snow removal duties from school entrances. Shovels snow in designated areas.

· Prepares and mixes a variety of cleaning disinfectants and other materials. Uses all chemicals as directed by container labels.

· Reports any maintenance problems to Principal, Building Administrator and Maintenance Supervisor.

· Follows all safety rules and procedures established for work area.

· Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

· Lifts and moves materials, furniture, equipment and supplies.

· Maintains equipment, tools and custodial closets in an operable, safe and organized status.

· Accounts for supplies, materials, and equipment as required.

· Completes records and reports as required in a timely manner.

· Uses safety in such instances as: spills, ice removal, removal of obstacles, removal of broken debris, etc. Such issues that are deemed hazardous and that could cause harm must be taken care immediately.

· Performs other job duties as assigned.