Job Description:

Purpose Statement
The Custodian II ensures a clean, safe, and inviting environment for students, staff, and visitors. This role involves performing routine and special cleaning operations, assisting with facility preparation for events, and contributing to overall site maintenance.

Supervisory Relationship
Reports to: Head Custodian

Essential Functions
Snow and Ice Removal: Ensure safe access by salting, sanding, and clearing sidewalks.
Cleaning: Maintain cleanliness in classrooms, offices, restrooms, and other areas, especially during illness outbreaks.
Material Delivery: Distribute supplies, mail, and packages within the site.
Communication: Provide information and direction to students and staff regarding maintenance and safety.
Monitoring: Supervise areas to ensure safety and prevent injuries.
Summer Maintenance: Assist with deep cleaning, floor stripping/waxing, furniture moving, painting, and carpet cleaning.
Daily Preparation: Prepare the site for daily operations and special events.
Supply Management: Ensure restrooms and classrooms are stocked with necessary supplies.
Safety Response: Address immediate safety concerns such as facility damage or alarms.
Security: Secure buildings and grounds to prevent property damage and ensure safety.
Team Support: Assist maintenance staff with various custodial tasks.
Adhere to School Policies: Follow school policies and procedures.
Attendance: This position requires prompt and consistent attendance
Perform Other Duties: Perform additional duties as assigned to support the effective operation of the work unit. 

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills
Operate industrial cleaning equipment and tools.
Adhere to safety practices and use cleaning chemicals appropriately.
Plan and manage tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment. 

Knowledge
Basic math and reading comprehension.
Understanding of industrial cleaning methods and safety procedures. 

Abilities
Schedule and prioritize tasks.
Work flexibly and effectively with diverse individuals.
Communicate effectively and work as part of a team.
Adapt to changing work priorities and manage interruptions. 

Responsibility
Work under direct supervision using standardized procedures. Provide information and/or advise others. Operate within a defined budget. Utilize resources from other work units as needed. Have a continual impact on the organization’s services.

Work Environment
Minimal temperature variations. Some exposure to the risk of injury or illness. Significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling. Frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. Fine finger dexterity. Majority of the time is spent walking and standing.

Experience
Previous custodial experience preferred.

Education
High school diploma or equivalent.

Required Testing
Post-offer physical exam.

Clearances
Criminal justice fingerprint/background clearance.

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Primary Location    -Murphy Elementary School
Salary Range    -$18.66 - $18.66 / Per Hour
Shift Type    -Full-Time

Salary Grade
SH