Maintenance Asst. Head Custodian - Amarillo Independent School District

Open Until Filled

PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Clean and maintain district facilities using routine procedures to maintain a high standard of safety,

cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds. Perform tasks as assigned to assist

in all District performance goals.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education/Certification:
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Leadership skills to effectively give direction to other employees to insure the completion of all

assigned custodial tasks
Read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures
Basic computer skills- understanding District software, approving employee time sheets, submitting

work orders and ordering custodial Supplies
Communicate verbally and in writing to other staff concerning requirements of the job and other
information important to the job
Read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures
Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance
Operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment
Basic understanding of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division to know the proper dilution of
chemicals

Work Conditions:
Tools/Equipment Used: Including but not limited to buffer, stripper, wet and dry vacuum cleaner,
electric drill, hand tools
Posture: Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension,

reaching, and overhead reaching
Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis; occasional exertion of a

heavy force (50 lbs or greater)
Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to
extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials; exposure to high noise

levels; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours
Mental Demands: Frequent changes in task; maintain emotional control under stress
Regular attendance is an essential function

Minimum Experience: Custodial experience desired but not required

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
1. Assist in supervising evening custodial staff in their performance of all daily assigned Custodial

maintenance duties in assigned work areas and perform all individual assigned duties.
2. Work closely with District Custodial and any other Amarillo ISD staff at assigned campus
3. Assist in maintaining a cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of floors, chalkboards,

wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
4. Keep school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas,

neat and clean.
5. Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.
6. Maintain an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional supplies as needed.
7. Move furniture or equipment within building as directed by Custodial Chain of Command.
8. Organize and set up facilities for special events.
9. Assist with opening and closing building each school day checking to ensure that all exit doors are

open and all panic bolts are working properly during hours of building occupancy. Follow established

procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.
10. Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.
11. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, and

climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
12. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately

correctable to supervisor.
13. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
14. Ensure compliance with all local policies and state and federal statutes including the Educator

Code of Ethics.
15. Perform such other tasks and accepts such other responsibilities as may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Assigned Custodial Staff