Painesville City Local School District

PAINESVILLECITYLOCALSCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title:ELEMENTARY SCHOOL HEAD CUSTODIANFile 603

Reports to:Building Principal

Job Objectives:Coordinates and performs custodial and maintenance duties to protect and preserve the school building, grounds, equipment, and furnishings. Keeps the building principal informed about maintenance concerns and emerging issues.

Minimum·High school diploma. Post-secondary training in a trade is desirable.

Qualifications:·Meets all mandated health requirements.

·A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.

·Satisfactory pre-employment drug-screening test. Complies with drug-free workplace rules.

·Keeps current with technology and other workplace innovations that support job functions.

·Custodial and/or building maintenance experience.

·Holds or is qualified to obtain a pesticide application licenses.

·Basic mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry skills.

·Ability to interpret and apply blueprint and schematic diagram information.

·Knowledgeable about building codes, accessibility guidelines, safety regulations, and environmental laws.

·Knowledge of microelectronics and other HVAC control systems.

·Proficient in boiler operations and preventive maintenance procedures.

·Available to respond to building and/or service emergencies.

EssentialThe following are typical work responsibilities. A reasonable accommodation may be made to

Functions:enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.

·Performs custodial duties. Communicates with assigned staff to address issues that need to be addressed during the work shift. Helps assigned custodians meet established schedules. Disinfects drinking fountains. Provides for the regular and orderly removal of trash. Cleans floors. Sanitizes toilet rooms. Re-supplies toilet paper, towels, soap, etc. Polishes furniture/woodwork. Washes windows.

·Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines/procedures.

·Promotes a professional image of the school district.

·Monitors building conditions during working hours. Recognizes when problems may be developing (e.g., unusual odors, noises, leaks, etc.). Immediately reports suspected problems and/or unsafe conditions. Maintains clear routes to fire exits.

·Maintains the building’s mechanical, heating, and fire safety systems.

·Prepares and cleans up special classroom/building activities as directed.

·Performs repairs requested by staff that do not unduly disrupt the routine work schedule. Avoids disrupting building activities except during emergencies.

·Monitors and regulates the building’s heating and ventilating equipment.

·Deals with unexpected situations (e.g., ill children, spills, broken glass, etc.).

·Follows approved safety procedures to clean up injuries involving chemicals, solvents, blood, body fluids and/or body tissues. Participates in occupational safety and health training programs as directed.

·Cleans, moves, and arranges furnishings, supplies, and equipment as directed.

·Monitors inventories and reorders supplies to maintain reliable service levels.

·Helps with the receipt of deliveries. Unloads trucks. Inspects packages for damage. Verifies quantities. Organizes and stores supplies.

·Inspects HVAC equipment as directed. Maintains boiler logs. Helps prepare boilers for annual inspections and summer shutdown.

·Prepares and submits reports, records, and inventories as directed.

·Complies with Fire, health, and safety regulations. Ensures that custodial supplies are labeled and stored safely.

·Promptly documents all injuries that require a medical referral.

·Assists with lunchtime duties (e.g., food deliveries, table set-up/storage, refuse removal, monitoring students, etc.).

·Performs grounds keeping duties (e.g., cleaning grounds, cutting grass, leaf removal, mulching, etc.). Maintains and prepares equipment for storage.

·Removes snow, ice, and debris along sidewalks to public entrances.

·Picks-up and delivers equipment, materials, and other supplies as directed.

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·Reports student discipline problems, vandalism, or other related concerns to the building principal.

·Inspects safety equipment (e.g., emergency lights, alarm systems, door closers/panic bars, ground fault protectors, etc.) as directed. Anticipates and is prepared for fire, health, and safety inspections.

·Acts responsibly to protect district equipment and property. Takes appropriate action during adverse weather conditions. Responds to building emergencies as requested.

·Helps deal with unexpected circumstances or pressing district needs as directed.

·Helps manage building security. Assists rental groups as directed. Directs visitors to the office. Opens the building. Secures the building at the end of the workday.

·Takes precautions to ensure safety. Watches for conduct and situations that may indicate a problem. Works with supervisors to manage or eliminate risk factors.

·Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.

·Keeps current and shares knowledge about advances in equipment technology.

·Promotes a positive image of the custodial department. Wears appropriate work attire and maintains a neat appearance.

·Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.

·Participates in staff meetings and professional growth activities as directed.

·Strives to develop rapport and serve as a positive role model for others.

·Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.

·Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

AbilitiesThe following personal characteristics and skills are important for the successful performance

Required:of assigned duties.

·Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment.

·Acknowledges personal responsibility for decisions and conduct.

·Takes the initiative to identify and solve problems independently.

·Effectively uses listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.

·Works cooperatively to support a successful team effort.

·Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.

·Reacts productively to interruptions and changing conditions.

·Lifts, carries, and/or moves work-related supplies/equipment.

·Climbs and works from a ladder or other equipment that requires balancing skills.

·Works in confined spaces that may limit physical movement.

·Performs activities that require reaching, crouching, kneeling, and/or crawling.

·Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.

·Travels to meetings and work assignments.

SupervisoryUnder the direction of the building principal: provides instructions and communicates expectations

Responsibility:to assigned staff, temporary employees, and trainees. Assumes responsibility for the results of duties delegated to assigned staff.

WorkingExposure to the following situations may range from remote to frequent based on circumstances

Conditions:and factors that may not be predictable.

·Potential for exposure to blood borne pathogens and communicable diseases.

·Potential for interaction with disruptive and/or unruly individuals.

·Exposure to adverse weather conditions and seasonal temperature extremes.

·Duties may require operating and/or riding in a vehicle.

·Exposure to loud noises and equipment vibrations.

·Duties may require operating power tools and exposure to electrical hazards.

·Duties may require exposure to chemicals, combustible materials, air borne particulates, and odors.

·Duties may require wearing protective clothing and using safety equipment.

·Duties may require detailed paperwork.

·Duties may require working under time constraints to meet deadlines.

·Duties may require working during the evening and/or weekend.

PerformanceJob performance is evaluated according to the policy provisions adopted by the PainesvilleCity

Evaluation:LocalSchool District Board of Education.

Terms ofThe current negotiated agreement adopted by the board of education provides information about

Employment:compensation and the number of working days.

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The Painesville City Local School District Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer. This job description identifies general responsibilities and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties performed. This document is subject to change in response to student demographics, staffing factors, funding variables, modified operating procedures, and other unforeseen events.

Revised:April 21, 2016

I have reviewed the duties outlined in this job description. I accept responsibility for performing these duties to the best of my ability and will strive to improve future performance under the direction and guidance of the assigned supervisor.

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Employee’s Signature Date

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Supervisor’s Signature Date