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Custodian 1

Wichita Public Schools, Wichita, KS, United States


Custodian 1

The primary job of the Custodian is to assist the custodial staff of a building in providing a clean, safe and sanitary environment for the students and staff. Perform a variety of custodial tasks for the building or campus. May assist with the supervision and training of the part-time, temporary custodial staff.
Essential Performance Responsibilities:
Dusting all flat surfaces
Emptying wastebaskets
Emptying pencil sharpeners
Sweeping floors
Straightening desks
Mop and/or spot mop
Cleaning equipment and replacing supplies
Cleaning and servicing restrooms
Sweep assigned hallways, stairs and landings
Lower flag if necessary
Clean gym, locker room and auditorium
Assist with the clean up of the lunch room
Performs weekly duties which may include: buffing, high dusting, carpet spotting, replacing light bulbs as needed, stripping, sealing, and waxing floors, washing walls
Performs energy management functions as required
Consults with Building Custodial Supervisor relating to school activities and community use of building and arrange needed services and cleaning
Responds to office and staff request (including set-up of TV, DVR, audio systems, etc.)
Reports building maintenance needs or supplies and equipment needs to Building Custodial Supervisor
Secures area by checking windows, doors and lights before leaving the building. If you are the only building custodian on second shift, you will be required to secure the entire building
Removes marks from floors and graffiti from walls as needed
Spray buff hard surface floors as requested
Performs duties relating to recycling as requested
Responds to emergencies in an appropriate manner
Assists with additional duties as assigned by supervisor
Equipment: Uses hand tools of trade and related power equipment, including brooms, mops, floor cleaning and waxing machines, vacuum cleaners, snow blowers, shovels, power mower and hand tools. The ability to use SMART boards and iPads in addition to basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with WPS guidelines for equipment use. Travel: Limited travel between schools and central offices may be required.
Physical and Mental Demands: Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, or snow Exposure to cleaning chemicals, solvents and contaminated trash, grasses, pollens, etc. Must meet the required level on the Physical Capacity Profile (PCP), which will require you to be able to climb stairs and/or ladders, exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly, have the ability to squat, bend, stoop, reach, push and pull.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to communicate both verbally and written in order to communicate with others inside and outside of the organization for the purpose of giving and obtaining information Ability to communicate effectively with a Supervisor when their discretion is needed Ability to perform as an effective team player Ability to plan, organize, make decisions and prioritize work to meet the daily demands of the building Exhibit a professional manner and a positive attitude Use good judgment to make decisions on recurring assignments Display a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance Knowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them Knowledge of asbestos information Knowledge of mechanical operations.
Qualifications:
Interrelations: Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service Employee Punctuality and Appearance: In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position Qualification Profile: High school diploma or GED preferred Completion of Proficiency of Custodial Operations certificate preferred FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Work Locations: Southeast High School 2641 S. 127th Street East Wichita 67207 Shift: Day Job Schedule: Full-time Calendar: 260 - 260 Day Employees WPS Hours per Week: 40 hours Salary Range: $16.70-$18.24 Benefits: Yes