260 day contract
Monday-Friday
8 hours daily
Pay Column I: $16.86/hourly
+ Benefits
JOB DESCRIPTION
Laramie County School District #1
Assistant Head Custodian - Junior High/Secondary Schools
The job of Assistant Head Custodian - Secondary Schools is done for the purpose/s of providing custodial services at assigned site; ensuring an attractive, sanitary and safe environment for students, staff and visitors; performing a variety of special cleaning operations; assisting in preparing facilities for classroom activities and campus events and supervising assigned personnel.
This job reports to the Custodial Supervisor/Head Custodian.
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Assembles furniture and equipment for the purpose of making the new equipment available for use by students and staff.
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Assists with site snow removal for the purpose of ensuring access and safety.
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Attends meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of gathering information required to perform job functions.
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Checks boilers for the purpose of ensuring they are working in a safe manner and performing correctly.
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Cleans assigned facilities and/or grounds (e.g. classrooms, offices, gym, restrooms, multipurpose rooms, outside grounds, removes graffiti, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment.
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Delivers a variety of items (e.g. supplies, mail, packages, furniture, etc.) for the purpose of distributing materials to the appropriate parties within site.
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Informs students and other site personnel for the purpose of providing information and direction regarding activities, safety issues and/or proper maintenance of facilities and equipment.
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Inspects facilities for the purpose of ensuring that the site is suitable for safe operations, maintained in an attractive manner and clean condition, identifying necessary repairs to facilities or equipment.
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Monitors students and staff in and around work areas (e.g. halls, multipurpose rooms, lunch room, restrooms, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of preventing injuries and ensuring site safety.
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Performs minor, job related, maintenance on custodial equipment, classroom furniture and fixtures (e.g. change vacuum cleaner belts, bags, fixes minor plumbing problems, replaces light bulbs, replace ceiling tiles, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring proper functioning and usability of items.
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Performs summer maintenance (e.g. strip/wax floors, cleans furniture and equipment, refinish floors, etc.) for the purpose of completing and/or facilitating summer construction.
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Prepares various documents for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference and/or conveying information.
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Prepares site for activities including setting up and tearing down (e.g. concerts, athletic activities, community activities, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the furniture, equipment, etc. are set up so the activity will be run efficiently.
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Prepares site for daily operations (e.g. opening gates, raising flags, sweeping walkway, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring facilities are operational and hazard free.
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Replenishes classroom and rest room supplies (e.g. paper towels, soap, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring adequate quantities for daily use.
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Requests equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring the availability of required items.
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Responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns during and after standard hours (e.g. facility damage, vandalism, alarms, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action or notifying appropriate personnel for resolution.
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Responds to inquiries from staff, students, parents, and/or visitors for the purpose of providing information, taking appropriate action and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
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Secures facilities and grounds (e.g. doors, gates, alarms, lights, etc.) for the purpose of minimizing property damage, equipment loss and/or potential liability.
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Supervises assigned personnel for the purpose of maximizing the efficiency of the work force and ensuring they are completing their tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
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Supports other site maintenance staff (e.g. grounds, trades, etc.) for the purpose of completing site custodial activities.
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Trains assigned personnel for the purpose of developing professional trade and safety awareness skills.
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Transports various items for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at the school site.
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating equipment used in industrial maintenance including electrical cleaning equipment, common tools, etc., and adhering to safety practices.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percent’s, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: methods of industrial cleaning; and safety practices and procedures.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with similar types of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Some problem solving may be required to identify issues and select action plans. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; meeting deadlines and schedules; working as part of a team; and working with constant interruptions.
Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; directing other persons within a small work unit; utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to impact the organization’s services.
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, frequent climbing and balancing, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 60% walking, and 30% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.
Experience: Job related experience is required.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Clearances: Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
FLSA Status: Non Exempt
