Definition

This is routine custodial and housekeeping work in the Akron Public Schools. An employee in this class cleans school buildings on a daily basis; prepare facilities for the next school day for teachers, students and visitors; maintain grounds; perform all applicable custodial duties.

Characteristic Work

Ensure safety of students
Assist in air handler and classroom filter changes
Shovel and remove snow from school grounds and city sidewalks
Mow school lawns
Maintain a clean and safe boiler room
Sweep, vacuum, mop and wax floors
Empty and clean waste receptacles, trash pails and pencil sharpeners
Refill soap dispensers, paper towel dispensers and bathroom tissue dispensers throughout the building
Remove cobwebs, clean windows and chalkboards
Secure building at night
Clean and maintain custodial equipment and materials
Clean and sanitize restrooms
Promote good safety practices and procedures
Interact in a positive manner with supervisors, staff, students and parents
Responsible for the proper cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities
Organize, direct and participate in custodial and routine maintenance of buildings
Maintain records and complete reports
Clean all water coolers (fountains)
Clean hallway glass displays and showcases
Clean and sanitize locker rooms
Clean school lounges
Ensure all classrooms are properly secured
Maintain school grounds and landscape
Make minor repairs to building fixtures and equipment
Move heavy articles such as desks, tables, file cabinets, etc.
Perform custodial work in care of buildings and surrounding grounds
Polish furniture, woodwork, and horizontal surfaces as necessary
Report damage to building and equipment which require repair to their immediate supervisor
Respond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner
Trim bushes and trees
Wash walls, mop, scrub and wax floors
Reports any activity that may be detrimental to the Board of Education
Complete paperwork as required by supervisor
Make contacts with the public with tact and diplomacy
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with, supervisors, co-workers, subordinates and building occupants
Perform other duties as assigned by the Head and Assistant Custodian
Exercise care in the use of cleaning materials for different types of building surfaces
Maintain respect at all times for confidential information
Attend meetings and seminars as required

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited High School or G.E.D.
A minimum of one year paid related experience

Ability to work effectively with others
Ability to listen effectively, actively
Knowledge of appropriate safety procedures
Ability to read and understand verbal and written instructions, written warnings and labels
Knowledge of the proper care and storage of chemicals
Knowledge of the care of materials, methods and practices essential to proper cleaning of a facility
Knowledge of the care of sweepers, vacuum machines, mops, brushes, cleaning fluids and other cleaning materials and equipment
Ability to work independently
Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to problem solve
Ability to learn proper use of materials, methods and practices used in cleaning operations
Knowledge of how to clean up and disposal of blood borne pathogens
Ability to exercise care in the use of cleaning materials for different types of building surfaces

Competitive Examination Process

This is a classified position.

The selection process will consist of a competitive examination with credit for education and experience. A passing score must be obtained on the competitive examination in order to receive credit for education and experience. TEST WEIGHTS: Competitive Examination 70%, Education 20%, Experience 10%.

Candidates must meet the qualifications and requirements listed in the announcement at the time of examination and at the time of appointment.

VETERANS: A veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States, honorably discharged from active duty, desiring a bonus of 5 points added to his/her passing grade, must submit proof of discharge in the form of a DD-214 with application.

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City of Akron, OH jobs

Five-Hour Custodial Worker - Akron Public Schools