**Overview** Definition: To perform and be responsible for the general cleaning and custodial functions at a large or major school, office or building facility and to perform related duties as assigned. Distinguishing Characteristics: This job class exercises responsibility for the general cleanliness, safety and security of a large school, office or building facility. Supervision Exercised and Received: Employees in this class receive supervision from Operations or designee or Site Administrator or lead custodian within a framework of standard policies and procedures. Examples of Duties and Responsibilities: Duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: + Performs and exercises responsibility for the general janitorial and custodial functions at a large/major site location. + Informs supervisor of potential problems with custodial staff in a timely manner. + Directs visitors as necessary. + Cleans classrooms, restrooms, lunchrooms, offices, and related facilities. + Sweeps, mops, strips, scrubs, waxes and polishes concrete, vinyl tile and wood floors. + Vacuums and shampoos mats and carpets. + Dusts furniture; empties and cleans trash receptacles. + Cleans walls, furniture, windows, woodwork, chalkboards, lockers, and other equipment. + Cleans door and window glass and drinking fountains. + Washes, scrubs, and disinfects restrooms. + Picks up paper and debris; rakes, sweeps, and cleans walkways and entrances. + Locks and unlocks doors and gates to ensure security of buildings, offices and related areas. + Operates cleaning equipment such as vacuum, floor stripper, floor cleaning and polishing machines, etc. + Assists in the set up and arrangement of furniture and facilities for meetings and other special events daily to include arranging chairs, desks, equipment, etc., including using a computerized room reservation booking system. + Responds to emergency cleanups, such as spills. + Takes appropriate measures to safeguard school property, including reporting safety, sanitary and/or fire hazards and needed repair work to appropriate authority and supervisor. + May make deliveries. + Performs related duties as assigned. Employment Standards: Knowledge of: • Modern cleaning methods, materials, tools and equipment. • Quantities of materials needed for custodial work. • Safe use and operation of equipment and chemicals used in janitorial and custodial work. • Safe work practices, including Bloodborne Pathogens protocols. • Basic computer skills, including email and room reservation software. Ability to: + Respond promptly to requests of internal and external clients; provide needed information, assistance, training, materials and resources. + Plan, organize and prioritize own work to meet deadlines and accomplish assigned tasks within established timelines including maintaining accurate records and files. + Read and understand English at a level required to safely perform job duties. + Maintain an orderly work environment and perform tasks in prescribed and safe manner. + Maintain and improve professional skills and knowledge. + Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted during performance of job duties. + Be flexible and receptive to change. + Safely use cleaning agents, materials and equipment with skill and efficiency. + Understand and apply principles, techniques and procedures required for effective job performance. + Maintain calmness and patience in stressful situations. + Understand and follow both oral and written instructions; communicate effectively in both oral and written forms. + Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform assigned duties. Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Note -Terms used in this section are defined as follows: Rarely: 1 to 10%; Occasionally: 11 to 33%; Frequently: 34 to 66%; and Continuously: 67 to 100% of the workday. Sitting: Occasionally Standing/Walking: Continuously Waist Bending: Frequently Neck Bending: Frequently Squatting: Rarely Climbing: Rarely Kneeling: Rarely Crawling: Rarely Neck Twisting: Continuously Waist Twisting: Continuously Pushing/Pulling: Continuously – up to 75 lbs. at a time Reaching: Above Shoulder: Occasionally Below Shoulder: Continuously Lifting/Carrying: 0-10 lbs.: Frequently – weights moved up to 100 yards at a time 11-25 lbs.: Occasionally – weights moved 20 to 30 feet at a time 26-50 lbs.: Occasionally - weights moved 20 to 30 feet at a time 51-75 lbs.: Occasionally – often with assistance - weights moved several feet at a time Hand Activities: Repetitive Hand Use: Frequently to Continuously Simple Grasping: Frequently Power Grasping: Occasionally to Frequently Fine Manipulation: Rarely Hand and Arm Twisting/Turning: Frequently Computer Operation/Writing: Rarely Physical Demands: + Must have sufficient mobility to stoop, reach, climb, kneel, and move about to perform job duties. + Must be able to communicate with staff, students, and parents quickly, accurately, and effectively in routine conversational situations to be aware of safety, cleanliness, and maintenance issues around the school. + Must be able to express self clearly and effectively with staff about safety and health issues during a busy and often noisy environment. + Must be able to detect visual and non-visual warning signs of equipment malfunction and other possibly hazardous conditions in the work environment. + Must be able to discern spontaneous warnings and other communications from staff and supervisors in emergency situations. + Must be able to exchange information about tasks and duties effectively and accurately with supervisors and staff. Work Environment: The following conditions may be present: + Exposure to fumes from cleaning solutions, floor strippers, and waxes; dust, dirt, and moisture. + temperature variations and weather conditions when outdoors; occasional work at heights; and + biohazards when cleaning restrooms and cleaning up bodily fluids. + May be required to wear a respirator. + Walking on uneven ground when outdoors. Other Requirements: + A satisfactory Department of Justice records check must be received by SCOE, prior to employment. + May be required to obtain first aid and CPR certification REQNUMBER: 84714 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.