Job Details

BASIC FUNCTION:
Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings,
locker rooms and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
? Perform routine custodial activities at assigned District school site; sweep, scrub, mop,
wax and polish floors and vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops and
other assigned work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets; glue and perform carpet
stretching and repairs as assigned.
? Clean classrooms, restrooms, showers, locker rooms, shops, cafeteria, offices and related
facilities as assigned; sweep, mop and clean gymnasium floor as assigned; spot mop
spills and remove gum and debris; monitor gym events to assure orderly behavior and to
protect the building from damage; clean tables, chairs and floors after lunch periods as
assigned.
? Clean and disinfect drinking fountains, sinks, toilets, showers and urinals; clean mirrors,
tile and windows.
? Report safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate authority; report and recommend
need for maintenance repairs to appropriate authority; maintain security of buildings;
report suspicious or unauthorized individuals on campus; report infractions or rules to
supervisor.
? Wash windows and walls; clean chalkboards, trays and erasers and empty pencil
sharpeners; assemble, move and arrange furniture, supplies and equipment in preparing
classrooms and multi-purpose rooms for special events or meetings.
? Clean venetian blinds, dust and polish furniture and woodwork and make minor,
non-technical repairs as needed.
? Lock and unlock doors and gates as appropriate; maintain security of assigned areas
according to established guidelines; turn alarm system off in the morning and on in the
evenings as directed.
? Order supplies according to established guidelines and procedures.
? Pick up and rake paper, trash and debris around school grounds and in buildings; sweep
and clean walkways and entrances; dispose of trash according to established procedures;
wash out trash cans and follow established sanitation procedures and standards.
? Pack, unpack, load, receive and store books, supplies, materials and other items.
? Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums, floor stripper, cleaning, buffer and
polisher, carpet shampooer, scrubbers, high-pressure sprayer, manual and power sweepers
and power blower as assigned.
? Shovel, plow and sand walk and steps as directed.

? Respond to emergency cleanups such as spills; maintain records of observed
maintenance, repair needs and safety issues.
? Participate in major summer cleaning projects as assigned.
? Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
? Basic methods, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial work and routine
maintenance.
? Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
? Proper lifting techniques.
ABILITY TO:
? Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain
buildings, locker rooms and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure
condition.
? Use cleaning materials, equipment and methods according to pre-determined standards.
? Learn and apply knowledge of the schedules, procedures and use of equipment and
supplies used in custodial work.
? Learn appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
? Maintain tools and equipment signed in clean working order and provide proper security.
? Perform minor non-technical repairs.
? Observe and report need for maintenance and repair.
? Perform heavy physical labor.
? Understand and follow oral and written directions.
? Meet schedules and time lines.
? Communicate effectively with others.
? Inspect and assure the security of facilities during assigned shift.
? Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
? Walk, bend, lift, push and stand for extended periods of time.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated
progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law.