Job Title: Night Custodian

Job Title:

Night Custodian

Date Completed:

May 2, 2006

San Diego/ Imperial County Schools JPA:

Job Analysis

This job analysis is representative of the position. When used for a specific employee, this job analysis must bereviewed with the employee and supervisor and any differences noted on an Addendum page. This analysis is not meant to be a comprehensive description of this position’s duties, but an aid in determining an individual’s ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without accommodation.

Section I

Job Summary:

Under supervision, keep an assigned building area clean, sanitary, safe and orderly; perform special cleaning periodically or as required; may do some outdoor cleaning; and do job related duties as required.

Essential Functions / Tasks:

Sweep, mop, scrub and wax floor, including surfaces of many types.
Dust, wax, wash and polish furniture and woodwork.
Clean wall and blackboards/whiteboards.
Clean restrooms, locker rooms and showers.
Wash windows.
Arrange furniture and equipment for special activities.
Inspect buildings and grounds for broken equipment or vandalism and report the need for repairs.
Empty trash and garbage cans.
May sweep concrete surfaces immediately adjacent to the school buildings.
May do minor maintenance tasks to keep assigned area safe and operating.
Participate in thorough cleaning of school plant and facilities during summer vacation and other periods, including some minor painting and simple maintenance duties.
Locks and/or secures windows and doors.
During summer vacation period, may be assigned to intensive cleaning work, including washing walls, moving furniture, stripping and resurfacing gym floors, and similar duties, wherever needed.

Non-Essential Functions / Tasks:

Perform other job related duties as required.

Qualifications: Read, write and communicate in the English language.

Education: Licenses & Certificates:

X / HS Equiv. / X / High School Diploma / X / Certification / CPR, First Aid desirable
College / College Degree
Other:

Knowledge of:

Basic math using calculations, fractions, percentages, ratios
Read and follow instructions in English
Methods of industrial cleaning and institutional maintenance
Safety practices, procedures

Skills/Ability to:

Understand multi-step written and oral instructions (see job description)
Work irregular hours
Machines, equipment, and tools to perform functions of the job, including handtrucks, ladders, buffer, carpet cleaner

Physical Demands Frequency Definitions Based on an 8-hour day:

N = Never = 0%

S = Seldom = 1 - 10% ( < 45 minutes)

Oc = Occasionally = 11 - 33% (Up to 3.0 hours)

F = Frequently = 34 - 66% (Up to 6 hours)

C = Continuously = 67 - 100% (More than 6 hours)

Section II

A. Physical Demands

Frequency / Maximum interval / Essential Job Functions / Additional Information
Sitting: / S / 5 min / 7 / Work orders, drive truck
Walking: / F / 3 – 4 min / All / Mopping, sweeping
Standing: / F / 3 – 5 min / All / Cleaning activities
Stooping/Bending: / Oc / 3 – 5 min / 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11, 13 / Moving tables, cleaning
Squatting/Crouching: / S / 3 sec / 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 10, 11, 13 / Cleaning low areas
Climbing/Balancing: / S / 1 – 3 min / 4, 5, 7, 11, 13 / Changing lights, climbing roof
Kneeling: / S - Oc / seconds / 1, 3, 4, 57, 10, 11, 13 / Cleaning floor
Twisting Back: / S / 1 – 3 sec / 1, 2, 3, 4, 8, 9, 10, 11, 13 / Using broom, mop, buffer
Neck Flexion/Rotation: / F / seconds / All / Looking down, side to side
Other:

Comments/Examples:

Lifting Lbs. / Frequency / Height / Essential Job Functions / Description / Examples
0 – 10 / Oc / Waist to shoulder / 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8 / Rags, buckets, supplies, chairs
11 - 25 / S / Knees to shoulder / 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8 / Wet mop, packages, trash, buckets of water, books
26 – 50 / S / Waist to shoulder / 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 13 / Bags of trash, desks, chairs, case of toilet seat covers
51 – 75 / N
76 – 100 / N
100 + / N
Assistance may be available for over 50 lbs.
Comments:
Carrying Lbs. / Frequency / Distance of Carry / Essential Job Functions / Description / Examples
0–10 / Oc / 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8 / Rags, buckets, supplies, chairs
11–25 / S / 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8 / Wet mop, packages, trash, buckets of water, books
26–50 / S / 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 13 / Bags of trash, desks, chairs, case of toilet seat covers
51–75 / N
76–100 / N
100+ / N
Assistance may be available for over 50 lbs.
Comments:

B.Limb Coordination Activities

Both / Either / Frequency / Essential Job Functions / Description/ Examples
1, 3, 4, 5. 6, 7, 9, 11, 13 / Carpet extractor, buffer, carts, broom
Pushing & Pulling / X / X / Oc
4, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13 / Open trash bags, writing & using keys
Fingering/Fine Manipulation / X / X / Oc
All / Vacuuming, mopping, buffing, sweeping
Handling/Simple Grasping / X / X / F
1, 6, 11, 13 / Moving chairs, tables
Power/Firm Grasping / X / X / Oc - F
2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 10, 11, 12, 13 / Changing lights, cleaning
Reach Above Shoulder / X / X / Oc - F
2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 10, 11, 12, 13 / Vacuuming, dusting, cleaning
Reach at Shoulder / X / X / F
All / Picking up trash, cleaning
Reach below Shoulder / X / X / Oc - F
All / Doors, light switches, elevator buttons, driving
Hand Controls / X / X / S
11, 13 / Driving to varied work locations
Foot Controls / X / X / S

Comments

C. Specific Auditory or Visual Requirements:

Hearing: / Hear students’ problems; respond to oral instructions
Visual: / Near / Yes / Color /

Yes

/ Peripheral vision: No
Distant / yes / Depth /

Yes

D. Environmental Conditions

Yes / No / Description/Examples
Drive cars/truck, forklifts or other moving equipment /

X

/ Truck to work onsite
Working near hazardous equipment/machinery / X / Vacuum, buffer & carpet cleaner
Walking on uneven ground / X / Campus grounds
Exposure to dust, gas or fumes / X / Cleaning solvents
Exposure to noise (Required to wear ear protection) / X
Exposure to vibration / X / Buffer
Exposure to extremes in temperature or humidity / X
Work at heights / X
Exposure to biohazard materials such as sewage / X / Body fluids
Other (identify)
Hazards:

Behavior and Cognitive Demands Frequency Definitions : Based on an 8-hour day

N = Never = 0%

S = Seldom = 1 - 10% ( < 45 minutes)

Oc = Occasionally = 11 - 33% (Up to 3.0 hours)

F = Frequently = 34 - 66% (Up to 6 hours)

C = Continuously = 67 - 100% (More than 6 hours)

G. Behavior and Cognitive Components

Essential or Non-Essential / # Essential Function/
Frequency
E / Ability to comprehend and follow instructions
Maintain attention and concentration
Understand written or oral instructions / C
E /

Ability to perform simple and repetitive tasks

Ask simple questions or request assistance
Perform activities of a routine nature
Remember work procedures and locations / C
E /

Ability to maintain work pace and accuracy

Perform activities within a given schedule; prioritize work load effectively
Perform tasks with consistency, accuracy meeting precise standards / C
NE /

Ability to synthesize, analyze complex data,

Perform complex tasks requiring highly technical skills
Perform high level cognitive, interpretive or judgment skills / N

NE

/ Ability to perform work activities requiring negotiating, explaining or persuading skills
Ability to influence people (selling type skills)
Convince or direct others
Interact appropriately with public and vendors / N
E /

Ability to manifest interpersonal skills sufficient for getting along with others

Ability to work closely with others on a team
Respond appropriately to direction, evaluation, or criticism / C
NE /

Ability to work alone effectively under stress or in situations dangerous to self or others

Apply basic problem solving techniques
Make independent decisions or judgments / N
NE / Ability to plan, direct, control, evaluate and supervise others
Set realistic goals
Prioritize work load of others effectively / N

Section III

Job analysis was prepared by Judy Lemm and reviewed by representatives from school districts.

Print Name / Signature / Position / Date
Judy K. Lemm, RN, BS. COHN-S / Consultant / 05/02/2006