MAGNOLIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

                                                                              Magnolia, Arkansas  71753

JOB TITLE:              CUSTODIAN

Reports to:                 Lead Custodian/Principal

Primary Purpose:     

Follow routine cleaning and maintenance procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds. Attendance is an essential function of this position. 

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

None specified

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures

Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance

Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment

Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies

Experience:

None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Cleaning

 1.   Maintain a daily cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of floors, marker boards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment,

       and restrooms.

 2.   Keep school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas, neat and clean.

 3.   Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.

 4.   Assist in maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional supplies as needed.

Maintenance and Repair

             5.   Assist with lunchroom set up, including arranging tables and chairs.

             6.   Perform preventive maintenance to ensure the comfort, health, and safety of students and staff.

             7.   Make minor building repairs as directed and report major repair needs to principal.

             8.  Move furniture or equipment within building as directed by principal.

             9.  Assist in setting up facilities for special events.

Safety

            10.  Assist with opening and closing building each school day.

            11.  Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.

            12.  Check daily to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during hours of building occupancy.

            13.  Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.

            14.  Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.

            15.  Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.

            16.  Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.

            17.  Perform other duties as assigned.

Equipment Used

            Buffer, stripper, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, electric drill, hand tools, shampooer, lawn mower, edger and weed eater.