Custodian - 7609-02 NHHS - Hardin County Schools

CLASS TITLE:    CUSTODIAN

This is a full-time position; 261 days per school year; 8 hrs/day (Note pay will be prorated for 2024-2025 school year based on start date) *1st shift*

BASIC FUNCTION:

Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings, locker rooms and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform routine custodial activities at assigned District school site; sweep, scrub, mop, wax and polish floors and vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops and other assigned work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets; glue and perform carpet stretching and repairs as assigned.

• Clean classrooms, restrooms, showers, locker rooms, shops, cafeteria, offices and related facilities as assigned; sweep, mop, clean gymnasium floor as assigned; spot mop spills and remove gum and debris; monitor gym events to assure orderly behavior and to protect the building from damage; clean tables, chairs and floors after lunch periods as assigned.

• Clean and disinfect drinking fountains, sinks, toilets, showers and urinals; clean mirrors, tile and windows.

• Report safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate authority; report and recommend need for maintenance repairs to appropriate authority; maintain security of buildings; report suspicious or unauthorized individuals on campus; report infractions of rules to supervisor.

• Wash windows and walls; clean chalkboards, trays and erasers and empty pencil sharpeners; assemble, move and arrange furniture, supplies and equipment in preparing classrooms and multi-purpose rooms for special events or meetings.

• Clean venetian blinds, dust and polish furniture and woodwork and make minor, non-technical repairs as needed.

• Lock and unlock doors and gates as appropriate; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; turn alarm system off in the morning and on in the evenings as directed.

• Order supplies according to established guidelines and procedures.

• Pick up and rake paper, trash and debris around school grounds and in buildings; sweep and clean walkways and entrances; dispose of trash according to established procedures; wash out trash cans and follow established sanitation procedures and standards.

• Pack, unpack, load, receive and store books, supplies, materials and other items.

• Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums, floor stripper, cleaning, buffer and polisher, carpet shampooer, scrubbers, high-pressure sprayer, manual and power sweepers and power blower as assigned.

• Shovel, plow, and sand walk and steps as directed.

• Respond to emergency cleanups such as spills; maintain records of observed maintenance, repair needs and safety issues.

• Participate in major summer cleaning projects as assigned.

• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Basic methods, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial work and routine maintenance.

• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.

• Proper lifting techniques.

ABILITY TO:

• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

• Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings, locker rooms and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition.

• Use cleaning materials, equipment and methods according to pre-determined standards.

• Learn and apply knowledge of the schedules, procedures and use of equipment and supplies used in custodial work.

• Learn appropriate safety precautions and procedures.

• Maintain tools and equipment signed in clean working order and provide proper security.

• Perform minor non-technical repairs.

• Observe and report need for maintenance and repair.

• Perform heavy physical labor.

• Understand and follow oral and written directions.

• Meet schedules and time lines.

• Communicate effectively with others.

• Inspect and assure the security of facilities during assigned shift.

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Walk, bend, lift, push and stand for extended periods of time.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to:  high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law.