This posting creates a pool of candidates for current and future positions that may become available.

During the application process you will select your preferred locations in the county.

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision, maintains clean and healthy facilities for students and staff by performing routine cleaning and grounds maintenance.

Pre-Employment REQUIREMENTS:

Pre-employment physical and job assessment – the person selected for this position must meet all requirements of the physical examination and job assessmentadministered by a medical service selected by Anne Arundel County Public Schools.
Successful completion of the background and fingerprinting process (external candidates only).

Additional Work Days/Hours

Based on the assignment, the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed:

Extended hours

Inclement weather conditions

Overtime as needed

Summer hours

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Cleans and disinfects offices, classrooms, bathrooms, gymnasiums, locker rooms, auditorium/multipurpose rooms, halls, and stairs including stocking bathrooms.

Collects trash and recyclable materials from classrooms, shops, offices, bathrooms, and grounds; transport and dispose in proper containers.

Checks to ensure all door and windows are locked in assigned work area; and secures building at the end of shift and sets alarm.

Moves furniture and other objects and transports as needed.

Operates, cleans, and cares for power cleaning equipment and other cleaning materials and supplies according to written and oral instructions.

Replaces light bulbs and ceiling tiles, makes minor repairs, and reports building and equipment deficiencies needing repair.

Assists with delivering instructional and custodial supplies to storage or other facility location.

Clears snow and ice and places sand on entryways, walkways, steps, and landings to provide safe passageway.

Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate preferred.

Experience

Less than one (1) year general cleaning of buildings and grounds preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

Ability to learn the methods and practices of custodial work. Entry Level/Beginner/Learning

Ability to operate custodial and grounds care equipment. Entry Level/Beginner/Learning

Good time management skills. Entry Level/Beginner/Learning

Ability to be detail-oriented. Entry Level/Beginner/Learning

Good customer service skills. Entry Level/Beginner/Learning

Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations. Entry Level/Beginner/Learning

Ability to employ business technology tools as required of all AACPS employees, e.g. E-mail, obtaining relevant AACPS employee information through the AACPS Intranet, employing the electronic benefits enrollment tool and any other electronic tools implemented in the future. Entry Level/Beginner/Learning.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

Standing: over 2/3 percent of the time

Walking: over 2/3 percent of the time

Sitting: under 1/3 percent of the time

Using hands to handle or feel: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

Pinching (fine motor skills): under 1/3 percent of the time

Wrist deviation: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

Pushing: under 1/3 percent of the time

Pulling: under 1/3 percent of the time

Reaching (with hands and/or arms): under 1/3 percent of the time

Climbing (Ascend/Descend): under 1/3 percent of the time

Balancing: under 1/3 percent of the time

Stooping: under 1/3 percent of the time

Kneeling: under 1/3 percent of the time

Crouching: under 1/3 percent of the time

Crawling: under 1/3 percent of the time

Bending: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

Twisting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

Squatting: under 1/3 percent of the time

Talking: under 1/3 percent of the time

Hearing: under 1/3 percent of the time

Smelling: under 1/3 percent of the time

Repetitive Motions: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Work Environment

Location

Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time

Outdoor environment: under 1/3 percent of the time

Street environment (near moving traffic): under 1/3 percent of the time

Exposure

Outdoor weather conditions: under 1/3 percent of the time

Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): under 1/3 percent of the time

Work in high, precarious places: under 1/3 percent of the time

Communicable diseases: under 1/3 percent of the time

Fumes or airborne particles: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste: under 1/3 percent of the time

Risk of electrical shock: under 1/3 percent of the time

Vibration: under 1/3 percent of the time

Noise Level

Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

Weight and Force Demands

Lifting and carrying requirements

Up to 50 pounds: under 1/3 percent of the time

Employee Safety Statements

The employee is required to use safety devices and protective equipment in order to minimize the frequency and severity of work-related accidents.

Adheres to safe practices and methods in the operation of equipment and supplies related to the job.

The employee is responsible for correcting and/or reporting any conditions within an AACPS building or grounds that may be hazardous to employees and students.

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date:

7/1/2023

Established Date:

6/1/2013

Title Code:

E44325

Title:

CUSTODIAN: TEMPORARY

Reports to Generic:

Manager; Principal

Reports To Specific:

MANAGER: NIGHT QUALITY CONTROL; PRINCIPAL

Anne Arundel County Public Schools jobs

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