Custodial/Maintenance

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Custodian/Maintenance

Department: Building & Grounds

Reports To: Director of Buildings & Grounds

FLSA: Nonexempt

The fundamental reason this classification exists is to keep all District facilities in clean and
orderly condition. Responsible for performing manual and semi-skilled tasks and will be
assigned maintenance work and equipment operation functions. Assist with the daily functions
and duties of the custodial department.

* Note the level of pay will be dependent upon the certification and level of experience of the incumbent.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Custodian/Maintenance

1. Revise work schedule during emergency periods and coordinate and substitute for other
custodial staff throughout the District when necessary.
2. Maintain building by performing routine duties such as, but not limited to: sweeping,
dusting, arranging furniture and setting up for activities, emptying trash and pencil sharpeners, cleaning chalkboards, and other related cleaning activities.
3. Maintain building by performing maintenance duties such as, but not limited to: washing
walls, woodwork and windows, cleaning and polishing metal surfaces.
4. Clean and maintain hard and surface floors by wet mopping and spot cleaning.
5. Clean, sanitize and deodorize restrooms and locker rooms.
6. Maintain grounds by mowing lawn and trimming shrubbery. Observe mechanical
devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate cause of problem. Repair or
replace defective parts. Lubricate and clean parts.
7. Operate security system. Secure building at the conclusion of shift.
8. Visually inspect facilities to locate unsafe or unclean areas. Notify management
concerning need for major maintenance or repairs of equipment, furnishings, light
fixtures, heating and ventilating equipment, and building and grounds.
9. Work in cooperation with outside contractor and ensure quality workmanship of
complete project.
10. Plan and complete work assignments in a timely manner.
11. Maintain an orderly work site with necessary materials and tools.
12. Perform various duties in regards to repairs, maintenance, and equipment operation in
order to maintain good working condition of equipment and facilities.
13. Collaborate with school staff to ensure a clean and safe environment. Ensure
maintenance and custodial activities does not interfere with the educational process.
14. Attend meetings, training, and seminars as deemed appropriate and necessary.
15. Work directly with highly sensitive personnel information and student information. Maintain confidentiality of work related information.
16. Perform all duties in compliance with safety standards established by the District.
17.Perform other related duties and functions as assigned.

Education and Experience

1. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be acceptable to the hiring authority.
2. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Certificates, Licenses, Examinations

1. Successful completion of written tests and/or verbal interviews.
2. Possesses or ability to posses a valid South Dakota Drivers License.
3. Provide evidence that a criminal record history check has been conducted in accordance with SDCL.
4. Other such examinations as deemed necessary by District.

Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions

The physical demands and environmental conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to
finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and communicate.
2. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, or bend.
3. The employee occasionally is required to climb or balance; crouch, reach or crawl.
4. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or
move up to 50 pounds.
5. Subject to work overtime if the situation arises which requires immediate attention with approval
by the supervisor.
6. The employee is required to wear hearing protection and face shield when operating equipment.
7. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
8. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or
humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic
chemicals, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock.