Custodian
Watson Chapel School District, Pine Bluff, AR, United States
Watson Chapel School District Custodian
Department: Elementary or Secondary - Job Status: Full Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt - Reports To: Building Administrator/Maint. Director
Grade/Level: N/A - Amount of Travel Required: Varies
Job Type: Regular - Positions Supervised: None
Work Schedule: 200 or 240 day contract
POSITION SUMMARY
Performs routine custodial activities at assigned District school site; sweeps, scrubs, mops, waxes and polishes floors and vacuums rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops and other assigned work areas; spot cleans and shampoos carpets. Cleans classrooms, restrooms, locker rooms, shops, cafeteria, offices and related facilities as assigned; sweeps, mops and cleans gymnasium floor as assigned; spot mops spills and removes gum and debris; cleans tables, chairs and floors after lunch periods as assigned. Cleans and disinfects drinking fountains, sinks, toilets, showers, and urinals; cleans mirrors, tile and windows. Reports safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate authority; reports and recommends need for maintenance repairs to appropriate authority; maintains security of buildings; reports suspicious or unauthorized individuals on campus; reports infractions of rules to supervisor. Picks up and rakes paper, trash and debris around school grounds and in buildings; sweeps and cleans walkways and entrances; disposes of trash according to established procedures; washes out trash cans and follows established sanitation procedures and standards. Operates cleaning equipment, such as vacuum, floor stripper, cleaner, buffer and polisher, carpet shampooer, scrubber, high-pressure sprayer, manual and power sweepers and power blowers as assigned. Responds to emergency cleanups such as spills; maintains records of observed maintenance, repair needs and safety issues. Participates in major summer cleaning projects as assigned. Reflect on practice and make adjustments for professional growth. Maintain professionalism with staff members. Report to the proper authorities any cases of suspected child endangerment, neglect, or abuse. Report suspected bullying to the building principal or designee as required by Arkansas law and district policies. Adhere to all policies of the District. Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or Assistant Principal.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions. Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. Adaptability - Ability to adapt to change in the workplace. Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely. Conflict Resolution - Ability to deal with others in an antagonistic situation. Creative - Ability to think in such a way as to produce a new concept or idea. Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following district procedures. Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task. Diversity Oriented - Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type. Energetic - Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work. Enthusiastic - Ability to bring energy to the performance of a task. Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards. Friendly - Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others. Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal. Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace. Loyal - The trait of feeling a sense of duty to the employer. Regular attendance - Exhibiting regular attendance in order to perform duties in a satisfactory manner. Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy. Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct. Self-motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one's ability using his or her own drive or initiative. Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task. Team Builder - Ability to convince a group of people to work toward a goal.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Experience: No prior experience is necessary.
Computer Skills: Shall be able to demonstrate an acceptable level of proficiency with computers and programs associated with the position.
Other Requirements: Successful completion of pre-employment background checks. Appropriate personal and professional conduct at all times around students, staff, and the general public.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position is predominately in an indoor environment but does involve occasional outdoor duties. The indoor sound level varies from very quiet to moderately loud, depending on the activities taking place.
Department: Elementary or Secondary - Job Status: Full Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt - Reports To: Building Administrator/Maint. Director
Grade/Level: N/A - Amount of Travel Required: Varies
Job Type: Regular - Positions Supervised: None
Work Schedule: 200 or 240 day contract
POSITION SUMMARY
Performs routine custodial activities at assigned District school site; sweeps, scrubs, mops, waxes and polishes floors and vacuums rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops and other assigned work areas; spot cleans and shampoos carpets. Cleans classrooms, restrooms, locker rooms, shops, cafeteria, offices and related facilities as assigned; sweeps, mops and cleans gymnasium floor as assigned; spot mops spills and removes gum and debris; cleans tables, chairs and floors after lunch periods as assigned. Cleans and disinfects drinking fountains, sinks, toilets, showers, and urinals; cleans mirrors, tile and windows. Reports safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate authority; reports and recommends need for maintenance repairs to appropriate authority; maintains security of buildings; reports suspicious or unauthorized individuals on campus; reports infractions of rules to supervisor. Picks up and rakes paper, trash and debris around school grounds and in buildings; sweeps and cleans walkways and entrances; disposes of trash according to established procedures; washes out trash cans and follows established sanitation procedures and standards. Operates cleaning equipment, such as vacuum, floor stripper, cleaner, buffer and polisher, carpet shampooer, scrubber, high-pressure sprayer, manual and power sweepers and power blowers as assigned. Responds to emergency cleanups such as spills; maintains records of observed maintenance, repair needs and safety issues. Participates in major summer cleaning projects as assigned. Reflect on practice and make adjustments for professional growth. Maintain professionalism with staff members. Report to the proper authorities any cases of suspected child endangerment, neglect, or abuse. Report suspected bullying to the building principal or designee as required by Arkansas law and district policies. Adhere to all policies of the District. Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or Assistant Principal.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions. Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. Adaptability - Ability to adapt to change in the workplace. Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely. Conflict Resolution - Ability to deal with others in an antagonistic situation. Creative - Ability to think in such a way as to produce a new concept or idea. Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following district procedures. Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task. Diversity Oriented - Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type. Energetic - Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work. Enthusiastic - Ability to bring energy to the performance of a task. Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards. Friendly - Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others. Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal. Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace. Loyal - The trait of feeling a sense of duty to the employer. Regular attendance - Exhibiting regular attendance in order to perform duties in a satisfactory manner. Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy. Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct. Self-motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one's ability using his or her own drive or initiative. Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task. Team Builder - Ability to convince a group of people to work toward a goal.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Experience: No prior experience is necessary.
Computer Skills: Shall be able to demonstrate an acceptable level of proficiency with computers and programs associated with the position.
Other Requirements: Successful completion of pre-employment background checks. Appropriate personal and professional conduct at all times around students, staff, and the general public.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position is predominately in an indoor environment but does involve occasional outdoor duties. The indoor sound level varies from very quiet to moderately loud, depending on the activities taking place.