Substitute Custodian

Colonial School District; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial School District is seeking a dedicated custodian responsible for maintaining cleanliness in all school facilities. The role involves performing various cleaning and minor maintenance tasks, ensuring that buildings provide a clean and safe environment for students and staff.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and effective communication skills. The job requires flexibility with shifts and the ability to work in extreme weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Must be flexible for shift/schedule changes.
• Able to read, write and communicate professionally.
• Valid driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial duties including cleaning floor, walls, and furniture.
• Maintain and perform minor repair of furniture.
• Assist in snow removal.

Skills

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Communication skills

Dependability

Flexibility in schedule

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Position Goal

Performs custodial duties as assigned by the chief custodian or building administrator. Develops and implements custodial services which will provide clean, comfortable, healthy, safe and attractive buildings for students, staff, and visitors.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Must be flexible for shift/schedule changes based on needs of the district. Management will notify affected employees at least seventy‑two (72) hours in advance, except in emergencies.
• The employee must be able to lift, push and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures and/or weather conditions and perform repetitive stooping, twisting and bending.
• Physical ability to perform essential functions listed below.
• Neat and clean appearance.
• Able to get along with adults and students.
• Good moral character, honest, dependable and courteous.
• Able to follow instructions and inquire before taking action on unfamiliar items.
• Able to read, write and communicate professionally and effectively with staff and students as needed.
• Valid driver's license preferred; must have reliable transportation.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Cleaning: scrub, wax, buff, dust, sweep or clean floors, walls, blinds, furniture, lavatories, classrooms, offices, hallways, common areas, locker rooms, lockers, shelves, fixtures and glass surfaces.
• Maintain and perform minor repair of furniture.
• Perform the following duties in the cafeteria area:
  • Clean kitchen and cafeteria floors.
  • Remove filters in hoods for cleaning.
  • Clean range hood.
  • Clean bathroom/locker room.
  • Clean handwashing sink(s).
  • Clean grease trap as necessary.
  • Deliver government surplus supplies and frozen food cases to storage areas.
  • Empty trash in kitchen and cafeteria areas.
  • Mop up spills in cafeteria during lunch periods.
• Perform minor maintenance repairs to building facilities including replacement of small window glass.
• Assist in snow removal.
• Regular attendance is essential.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

The employee must be able to lift, push and/or move up to 50 pounds. The job requires repetitive stooping, twisting and bending. The employee must also be able to work in extreme temperatures and/or weather conditions. While performing the duties, the employee is regularly required to use hands and/or fingers to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear, and taste or smell. The employee frequently must stand, walk, and sit. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

The Colonial School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees, applicants, visitors, or others, and does not deny access to educational or other services, based on any characteristic prohibited by law.