School Custodian: Keep Classrooms Safe & Clean

Akron-Public-School-District; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Public Schools is seeking a 5-HR Custodial Worker for a promotional/open position in Akron, OH. The role involves routine custodial duties, classroom and facility upkeep, and safety responsibilities across district buildings.

The position is permanent with an hourly wage of $17.99–$19.83. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications, including a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of related experience. The entry supports the civil service exam process.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited High School or G.E.D.
• A minimum of one year paid related experience
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Ability to listen effectively, actively
• Knowledge of appropriate safety procedures
• Ability to read and understand verbal and written instructions, written warnings and labels
• Knowledge of the proper care and storage of chemicals
• Knowledge of the care of materials, methods and practices essential to proper cleaning of a facility
• Knowledge of the care of sweepers, vacuum machines, mops, brushes, cleaning fluids and other cleaning materials and equipment
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to learn proper use of materials, methods and practices used in cleaning operations
• Knowledge of how to clean up and disposal of blood borne pathogens
• Ability to exercise care in the use of cleaning materials for different types of building surfaces

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of students
• Assist in air handler and classroom filter changes
• Shovel and remove snow from school grounds and city sidewalks
• Mow school lawns
• Maintain a clean and safe boiler room
• Sweep, vacuum, mop and wax floors
• Empty and clean waste receptacles, trash pails and pencil sharpeners
• Refill soap dispensers, paper towel dispensers and bathroom tissue dispensers throughout the building
• Remove cobwebs, clean windows and chalkboards
• Secure building at night
• Clean and maintain custodial equipment and materials
• Clean and sanitize restrooms
• Promote good safety practices and procedures
• Interact in a positive manner with supervisors, staff, students and parents
• Responsible for the proper cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities
• Organize, direct and participate in custodial and routine maintenance of buildings
• Maintain records and complete reports
• Clean all water coolers (fountains)
• Clean hallway glass displays and showcases
• Clean and sanitize locker rooms
• Clean school lounges
• Ensure all classrooms are properly secured
• Maintain school grounds and landscape
• Make minor repairs to building fixtures and equipment
• Move heavy articles such as desks, tables, file cabinets, etc.
• Perform custodial work in care of buildings and surrounding grounds
• Polish furniture, woodwork, and horizontal surfaces as necessary
• Report damage to building and equipment which require repair to their immediate supervisor
• Respond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner
• Trim bushes and trees
• Wash walls, mop, scrub and wax floors
• Reports any activity that may be detrimental to the Board of Education
• Complete paperwork as required by supervisor
• Make contacts with the public with tact and diplomacy
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with, supervisors, co-workers, subordinates and building occupants
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head and Assistant Custodian
• Exercise care in the use of cleaning materials for different types of building surfaces
• Maintain respect at all times for confidential information
• Attend meetings and seminars as required

Skills

Teamwork

Active listening

Safety procedures

Reading instructions

Chemical handling

Cleaning equipment

Independent work

Communication

Problem solving

Learning new methods

Blood borne pathogens

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Akron Public Schools is seeking a 5-HR Custodial Worker for a promotional/open position in Akron, OH. The role involves routine custodial duties, classroom and facility upkeep, and safety responsibilities across district buildings.

The position is permanent with an hourly wage of $17.99–$19.83. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications, including a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of related experience. The entry supports the civil service exam process.