Custodian
Buhl Joint School District •South Central / Twin Falls •Custodian •Primary •Night / Evening •Posted 7D ago
About this job
TITLE: Custodian
QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrate the ability to accomplish the major duties and responsibilities listed below. Be able to lift and handle at least 60 pounds and occasionally up to 80-100 pounds. Ability to read and follow instructions for safe and proper use of supplies and chemicals used on the job.
PRIMARY
RESPONSIBILITY TO: Maintenance Supervisor
JOB GOAL: Performs daily cleaning and assists in maintenance and care of buildings and grounds.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Performs such school-related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
2. Move, operate, and clean various manually powered brooms, mops, vacuums, dusting tools and snow
shovels as well as mechanically powered waxing and buffing equipment.
3. Climb and work from ladders as necessary.
4. Use supplies and chemicals properly and safely according to instructions on the labels on the manufacture’s
containers.
5. Removes snow, and/or any debris from sidewalks, and steps as directed by supervisor.
6. Reports potential safety and health problems to supervisor.
7. Completes records and reports as required.
8. Reports the need for building and/or equipment repairs to supervisor.
8. Keeps building and premises, including hallways, sidewalks driveways, rest rooms, and play areas neat and clean at all times.
9. Acts ethically and confidentially in all aspects of employment.
10. Deals with students, parents, staff, and others in a positive, supportive manner.
11. Performs other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those requirements that must be met by a custodian to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and give and receive oral and written instructions. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee frequently must squat, stoop, or kneel, reach above the head, and reach forward. The employee frequently uses hand strength to grasp tools and rungs of ladders. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this job.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, including cleaning supplies, pails, and bags/boxes. Occasionally the employee will lift or move up to 80 pounds, including bags of salt and furniture. The employee will sometimes push or pull items such as tables, bleachers, scrubbing machines, etc. This job requires close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Buhl Joint School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.