Job Title: Custodian

Reports to:Custodial Supervisor, Principal

Assignment: Assigned Campuses

Wage/Hour Status: Non-exempt

Pay Grade: $14.00-$18.50, 235 day work calendar

Date Revised: 2024.6.30

Terms of Employment:

This FLSA non-exempt position (hourly) is on a work calendar of 235 days per school year.

Primary Purpose:

Perform general custodial duties at the assigned campuses. Follow routine cleaning procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.

Education/Certification:

Valid Texas driver's license

Experience:

Two years of experience in custodial or similar work preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Knowledge of basic construction, routine maintenance, and repair procedures
Knowledge and experience with more skill-intensive areas of school cleaning and maintenance
Ability to communicate effectively (verbally)
Ability to operate hand and power tools
Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies
Ability to work independently

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

(The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required.)

Custodial:

Follow an assigned schedule, clean classrooms, portable units, restrooms, kitchens, multi-purpose areas, office, hall and walkways, and outdoor facilities.
Sweep, scrub, mop, strip, seal, wax and polish floors; vacuum, dust, polish and wash classrooms, offices, furniture and woodwork, light fixtures and hardware; clean restrooms, including doors, mirrors, sinks, walls, floors, toilets, hardware and fill dispensers and receptacles as needed.
Move, arrange and set up furniture and equipment in preparing classrooms, auditoriums or other activity areas for special events, activities or meetings, clean and make repairs of non-technical nature to keep assigned areas operative, safe and clean; adjust shades, blinds, desks, chairs and other furniture.
Replace light bulbs, empty and cleans trash and garbage cans and replace liners; sweep walkways, concrete and blacktop surfaces immediately adjacent to the school buildings.
Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.
Assist in maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional supplies as needed.

Assist with relocation of furnishings, such as desks, tables, chairs, file cabinets, etc.
Perform preventative cleaning to ensure the comfort, health, and safety of students and staff.
Assist in setting up facilities for special events.
Assist with lunchroom set up, including arranging tables.
Sort and store items in the warehouse.
Take physical count inventory periodically.
Respond to emergency calls as needed.

Driving:

Reliable transportation to perform job duties (mileage will be reimbursed).

Safety:

Assist with opening the building each school day, if shift work requires.
Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.
Check daily to ensure that all exit doors except the main entrance are locked and all panic bolts are working properly during hours of building occupancy.
Operate equipment and use tools following established safety procedures.
Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
Maintain tools and equipment and perform preventive maintenance as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Equipment:

Mop, vacuum, broom, carpet cleaner, floor buffer, some power or hand tools, ladder.

Other:

All other duties as assigned.

Complete required training each year as directed by Facilities Coordinator.

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent district wide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Continual walking and standing

Frequent heavy lifting and carrying

Climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching

Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, and ladders

Exposure to extreme temperatures, dust, fumes, and odors

Exposure to mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards

Excessive noises

Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions

Work around moving objects or vehicles

Arlington Classics Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The statements above are intended to describe major job functions of this position and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Supervisors may assign additional duties when deemed appropriate. Special Funding: If my position is funded by grants, federal funding, or other special funding, I understand that my employment is expressly conditioned on the availability of full funding for the position. If full funding becomes unavailable my employment is subject to termination or non-renewal, as applicable.

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

I have read and understand the responsibilities and duties required for this position as outlined above. I understand the duties and can perform all essential job functions listed above.

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