Custodian: I

Company: Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Location: Annapolis
Posted on: May 27, 2023

Job Description:

Title Code:

Custodian: I

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JOB SUMMARY
Under general supervision performs routine cleaning in schools, administrative buildings and grounds. Duties involve repetitive manual work, detailed cleaning tasks, and minor maintenance duties. Employee(s) must be capable of performing any and all of the listed duties individually and independently. These duties may vary based upon work location/assignment and available staffing. May serve as back-up to the chief or lead custodian in a school as designated. This position is considered essential personnel for emergency situations, including inclement weather conditions. Majority of positions are evening shift. During the summer, custodians may be required to work day shift.

Additional Work Days/Hours
Based on the assignment, the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed:

• Emergencies
• Inclement weather conditions
• On call
• Overtime as needed
• Weekends
  ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
  
  • Cleans classrooms, offices, gymnasiums, halls and stairs.
  • Cleans, sanitizes and supplies restrooms and locker rooms (where included in facility).
  • Collects trash and recyclable materials from classrooms, shops, offices, restrooms, and grounds; transport and dispose in proper containers.
  • Dusts and polishes furniture, i.e. chairs, tables, desks, and shelves.
  • Sweeps, dry mops and wet mops floors.
  • Operates powered equipment to scrub and buff floors; vacuum; spot clean and apply & extract cleaning solutions to carpeting.
  • Washes windows, display cases, walls, woodwork, and venetian blinds.
  • Cleans and maintains a variety of other surfaces. For example, baseboards, doors and trim, drinking fountains.
  • Responsible for checking all door locks and window latches; secures building after end of shift and sets alarm.
  • Uses, cleans, and cares for power cleaning equipment and other cleaning materials and supplies according to written and oral instructions.
  • Climbs and works from ladders to accomplish assigned tasks.
  • Makes minor repairs to building and equipment such as replacing light bulbs and ceiling tiles and performs other light preventive maintenance tasks and reports major building and equipment deficiencies needing repair.
  • Assists with delivering and unloading instructional and custodial supplies from delivery trucks as needed, delivers to storage or other facility locations as instructed.
  • Moves furniture and other heavy objects and transports as needed.
  • Operates power equipment to cut grass; trims shrubbery, rakes and bags leaves as required.
  • Clears snow and ice from walkways; sands walkways, steps and landings to provide a safe passageway. Ensures entryways are dry and safe.
  • Must attend all mandated training classes.
  • Responsible for knowing the employee handbook, policy and procedures for particular work location.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.
    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
    
    Education
    
    • High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate preferred. Experience
      
      • experience in general cleaning of buildings and grounds preferred. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
        
        • Ability to operate custodial and grounds care equipment
        • Demonstrated knowledge of the methods and practices of custodial work.
        • Ability to work overtime or weekends and respond to call to work in advance of regular hours for weather events and other emergency situations.
        • Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
        • Ability to employ business technology tools as required of all AACPS employees, e.g. E-mail, obtaining relevant AACPS employee information through the AACPS Intranet, employing the electronic benefits enrollment tool and any other electronic tools implemented in the future. Licenses and Certifications
          Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.
          
          • N/A Driving Requirements
            
            • N/A
              LEADERSHIP ROLE
              
              • N/A
                PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
                The physical demands and working 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.
                
                Physical Demands
                
                • Standing: over 2/3 percent of the time
                • Walking: over 2/3 percent of the time
                • Sitting: under 1/3 percent of the time
                • Using hands to handle or feel: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
                • Pinching (fine motor skills): under 1/3 percent of the time
                • Wrist deviation: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
                • Keyboarding: under 1/3 percent of the time
                • Pushing: under 1/3 percent of the time
                • Pulling: under 1/3 percent of the time
                • Reaching (with hands and/or arms): between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
                • Climbing (Ascend/Descend): between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
                • Balancing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
                • Stooping: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
                • Kneeling: under 1/3 percent of the time
                • Crouching: under 1/3 percent of the time
                • Crawling: under 1/3 percent of the time
                • Bending: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
                • Twisting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
                • Squatting: under 1/3 percent of the time
                • Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
                • Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
                • Smelling: under 1/3 percent of the time
                • Repetitive Motions: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
                • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
                • As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position. Vision
                  The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
                  
                  • No special vision requirements Work Environment
                    Location
                    
                    • Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time
                    • Outdoor environment: under 1/3 percent of the time
                    • Street environment (near moving traffic): under 1/3 percent of the time
                    • Confined space: under 1/3 percent of the time Exposure
                      
                      • Outdoor weather conditions: under 1/3 percent of the time
                      • Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): under 1/3 percent of the time
                      • Work near moving mechanical parts: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
                      • Work in high, precarious places: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
                      • Fumes or airborne particles: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
                      • Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste: under 1/3 percent of the time
                      • Risk of electrical shock: under 1/3 percent of the time
                      • Vibration: under 1/3 percent of the time Noise Level
                        
                        • Moderate: under 1/3 percent of the time Weight & Force
                          Lifting and carrying requirements
                          
                          • Up to 50 pounds: under 1/3 percent of the time
                            Travel Requirements
                            
                            • N/A
                              Employee Safety Statements
                              
                              • The employee is required to use safety devices and protective equipment in order to minimize the frequency and severity of work-related accidents.
                              • Adheres to safe practices and methods in the operation of equipment and supplies related to the job.
                              • The employee is responsible for correcting and/or reporting any conditions within an AACPS building or grounds that may be hazardous to employees and students.
                                JOB INFORMATION
                                
                                Approved Date: Established Date: 1/1/1971 Title Code: E44307 Title: CUSTODIAN: I Reports to Generic: Principal Reports to Specific: PRINCIPAL
                                
                                ORGANIZATION
                                
                                Division: Business Operations Business Unit: Facilities Department: Business Operations & Logistics Support Negotiated Agreement: American Federation of State, County, & Municipal Employees (AFSCME)
                                
                                HR JOB INFORMATION
                                
                                Unit: III Days Worked: 260 FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Grade: AG05 Click HERE to view salary scale. Scroll down to locate (Unit 3 - AFSCME). Essential Job: Months Worked: 12 Hours Worked: 8 Job Family: Custodial and Plant Operations Sub-Function: Custodial Services Associated topics: animal care, clean, custody, feed, house cleaner, housekeeping, janitor, janitorial, sanitation, wash

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