The person chosen for this position will clean and maintain the school buildings and grounds in a condition of excellence and will provide students with a safe, attractive, comfortable, place in which to learn, play and develop.
This position is for the 2 pm-10 pm shift and is a full time, 12 month position. Single health insurance policy is 100% covered by the district. Paid holidays, paid sick leave, personal days and vacation time. Position is IPERS's eligible.
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Assume responsibilities for the closing of the building each school day and for determining, before leaving, that all doors and windows are secured and all lights, except those left on for safety reasons, are turned off.
Conduct an on-going program of general maintenance. (i.e. replacing ceiling tile, tightening screws in desks, chairs and door closures, replacing light bulbs, doing minor plumbing repairs and cleaning filters and checking motors in the unit ventilators.)
Report repairs promptly to the head custodian.
Check for safety hazards and report them to the head custodian.
Clean and maintain the auditorium and stage as needed.
Clean and disinfect track/football/baseball/softball restrooms as needed and dispose of trash during the seasons in which they are used.
During summer break, perform the work necessary to prepare the building for the next school year.
Maintain a positive rapport with students, staff, parents and the community.
Maintain confidentiality in the school operation.
Strive constantly to promote the safety, health, and comfort of the students and employees.
Adhere to applicable state and federal laws, rules and regulations, board policies and administrative rules.
All other duties as assigned by the Head Custodian.
Temporary or Seasonal Position
No
Desired Qualifications
High School Diploma or an equivalent (Required)
Two years of post-secondary training or five years of job experience as a custodian (Preferred)
Graduation from a school of plumbing/electrical or five years of successful employment as a custodian in another district of comparable size. (Preferred)
Experience in running cleaning and housekeeping equipment (floor scrubber, buffing machine, burnishing machine, etc.) and using industrial cleaning chemicals. (Preferred)