Substitute Custodians

Dickinson ISD; Dickinson (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking dedicated Substitute Custodians to maintain a clean and safe environment for students and staff. This role requires individuals who can work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating good public relations and the ability to follow instructions. Ideal candidates should possess basic mechanical skills and be in good physical condition. This position offers an opportunity to contribute positively to the educational environment while enjoying flexible work hours. Join a community-focused team that values cleanliness and safety in its facilities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or G.E.D. preferred.
• Prior experience in cleaning and custodial equipment operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of school buildings and surroundings.
• Operate custodial equipment and perform routine tasks.

Skills

English proficiency

Basic mechanical skills

Good physical condition

Good communication skills

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Custodial equipment

Job description

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Position: Substitute Custodian

Department: Operations and Facilities

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Pay Grade: FAS2 (Click here to view the DISD Compensation Manual)

Supervisor: Lead Custodian/HBK Director for Custodial Services

Days Employed: As Needed

Position Summary

• Efficiently and safely maintain a high level of care and cleanliness of school buildings and surroundings
  
  

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• High School diploma or G.E.D. (preferred)
• Valid Texas Driver's License or Texas ID
  
  

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Able to read, write, and speak English
• Be in good physical condition
• Possess basic mechanical skills with good oral and written communication skills
• Sound reasoning in the interpretation of responsibilities and in dealing with students, staff and the public
• Able to follow instructions given
• Able to work irregular hours and respond to after-hours emergency calls
• Follow directives of supervisor(s)
• Work independently, with or without supervision, with others, and as part of a team
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
  
  

Experience

• Prior experience in the operations of cleaning and custodial equipment
  
  

Major Responsibilities & Duties

These statements are intended to describe the major purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required

• Exhibit evidence of being a team member, tempered with good public relations
• Able to make quick, sound decisions to act upon them on behalf of the interest of the school
• Receive and utilize training, to daily perform routine custodial tasks regardless of assignment or site and to practice general safety, security, and custodial procedures during the performance of the job
• Comply with district policies and procedures
• Maintain good attendance and safety
• Operate and maintain all types of custodial related mechanical equipment
• Perform routine custodial tasks as a working custodian
• Responsible for performing work in a neat, orderly, and timely manner that ensures school buildings are clean and ready for the beginning of each school day and are clean and ready for the first workday that teachers are required to return to work and before the first day that students are required to attend classes at the beginning of each school year
• Assemble furniture, install light bulbs, pencil sharpeners and dispensers, unstop commodes/urinals, and other mechanical tasks that do not require the use of a drill
• Adaptable to and willing to work a flexible work schedule at any site, during any shift, and perform any cleaning assignment according to the needs of the district
• Able to learn new techniques and adaptable to repetitive cleaning tasks throughout the workday
• Perform all other duties assigned
  
  

EQUIPMENT USED

Work-related and as needed for the completion of tasks.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to perform multiple and repetitive tasks
• Standing tolerance of up to 7 hours
• Sustained walking tolerance of up to .25 miles
• Sustained kneeling tolerance up to 10 minutes
• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills
• Repetitive forward reaching
• Repetitive overhead reaching, sustained tolerance up to 3 minutes
• Repetitive forward bending
• Repetitive stooping, sustained tolerance up to 10 minutes
• Ability to climb stairs and to lift and carry 50 pounds from a minimum height of 8" to knuckle height and carry it
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job is performed 90% indoors with the remaining 10% of job duties performed outdoors maintaining surrounding grounds. Indoor duties are performed in a thermostatically controlled climate and the duties are subject to seasonal conditions. Noise levels are low and present no risk of hearing disorders, and exposure to vibration is moderate during the use of floor machines. Lighting indoors is provided by recessed overhead fluorescent fixtures with glare screen coverings. The walking surface indoors is level concrete floor covered with linoleum tile in foyer areas, cafeteria, and restrooms. Tight knap carpet is installed in most reaching areas and office space with ample padding. The outdoor walking surface is natural (grave/rocks) and exposed concrete sidewalks. Safety shoes are not required, however, it is required that shoes with a non-skid sole be worn. Exposure to fumes is moderate with the use of some cleaning chemicals and the dissipation of fumes is controlled with the building ventilation system. Chemical hazards are moderate, however, rubber gloves, face shield or other personal protective equipment are required while using chemicals.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Education Administration Programs

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