Substitute Custodian

District Wide; Beattyville (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee County Schools KY District Wide in Beattyville, Kentucky seeks a Substitute Custodian to maintain school facilities, including classrooms, restrooms and common areas. Immediate starting date with responsibilities across multiple sites.

The role involves operating cleaning equipment, following safety protocols and assisting with event setup. Applicants should have basic custodial knowledge and a high school diploma or GED. Position is on-site and as-needed.

Qualifications

• Basic custodial knowledge and routine maintenance.
• Ability to perform heavy physical labor.
• Ability to use cleaning materials and equipment per standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial activities to maintain buildings and grounds.
• Clean classrooms, restrooms, offices and related facilities.
• Operate cleaning equipment as assigned.
• Recognize safety hazards and report maintenance needs.
• Assist with setting up spaces for events.

Skills

Custodial knowledge

Heavy lifting

Cleaning equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Vacuum cleaners

Floor stripper

Buffer and polisher

Carpet shampooer

Scrubbers

Job description

Substitute Custodian

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Job Details

Job ID: 4927098
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Apr 04, 2022 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

CLASS TITLE : Substitute Custodian

REPORTS TO: Building Principal and Maintenance Supervisor

SUPERVISES : N/A

BASIC FUNCTION:

Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings, locker rooms and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

The terms of employment are designated by the contract.

• Perform routine custodial activities at assigned District school site; sweep, scrub, mop, wax and polish floors and vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops and other assigned work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets; glue and perform carpet stretching and repairs as assigned.
• Clean classrooms, restrooms, showers, locker rooms, shops, cafeteria, offices and related facilities as assigned; sweep, mop and clean gymnasium floor as assigned; spot mop spills and remove gum and debris; monitor gym events to assure orderly behavior and to protect the building from damage; clean tables, chairs and floors after lunch periods as assigned.
• Clean and disinfect drinking fountains, sinks, toilets, showers and urinals; clean mirrors, tile and windows.
• Report safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate authority; report and recommend need for maintenance repairs to appropriate authority; maintain security of buildings; report suspicious or unauthorized individuals on campus; report infractions or rules to supervisor.
• Wash windows and walls; clean chalkboards, trays and erasers and empty pencil sharpeners; assemble, move and arrange furniture, supplies and equipment in preparing classrooms and multi-purpose rooms for special events or meetings.
• Clean venetian blinds, dust and polish furniture and woodwork and make minor, non-technical repairs as needed.
• Lock and unlock doors and gates as appropriate; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; turn alarm system off in the morning and on in the evenings as directed.
• Order supplies according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Pick up and rake paper, trash and debris around school grounds and in buildings; sweep and clean walkways and entrances; dispose of trash according to established procedures; wash out trash cans and follow established sanitation procedures and standards.
• Pack, unpack, load, receive and store books, supplies, materials and other items.
• Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums, floor stripper, cleaning, buffer and polisher, carpet shampooer, scrubbers, high‑pressure sprayer, manual and power sweepers and power blower as assigned.
• Shovel, plow and sand walk and steps as directed.
• Respond to emergency cleanups such as spills; maintain records of observed maintenance, repair needs and safety issues.
• Participate in major summer cleaning projects as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF :

• Basic methods, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial work and routine maintenance.
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
• Proper lifting techniques.

ABILITY TO:

• Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings, locker rooms and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition.
• Use cleaning materials, equipment and methods according to pre‑determined standards.
• Learn and apply knowledge of the schedules, procedures and use of equipment and supplies used in custodial work.
• Learn appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
• Maintain tools and equipment signed in clean working order and provide proper security.
• Perform minor non‑technical repairs.
• Observe and report need for maintenance and repair.
• Perform heavy physical labor.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Communicate effectively with others.
• Inspect and assure the security of facilities during assigned shift.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Walk, bend, lift, push and stand for extended periods of time.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work is performed while standing, sitting and/orwalking;
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision andhearing;
• Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and finemanipulations;
• Requires bending, squatting , crawling, climbing,reaching;
• Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull lightto heavyweights.

EVALUATION:

• Annual evaluation by immediate supervisor.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law.

Position Type: As Needed

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