2nd Shift Custodial Position - Marion Independent School District : Job Details

2nd Shift Custodial Position JobID: 1029+ Position Type:Maintenance/Custodial/ Custodian 2nd Shift+ Date Posted:11/12/2024+ Location:Transportation/MaintenanceJob Title: 2nd Shift Building CustodianEssential Functions:+ Performs all cleaning duties for the building; including cleaning restrooms, showers, vacuuming and spot cleaning carpets, extracting carpets, sweeping and cleaning steps, washing windows, inside and out, cleaning woodwork, telephones, doors, knobs, and metal frames, student and teacher desk, lunch tables, dusting, washing and waxing floors, collecting and dumping trash and recycle in garbage and recycle dumpsters daily. Checks and fills paper towel and soap dispensers on a daily basis, keeps parking lots and grounds free of debris, etc.+ Sets up and tears down rooms and gymnasium for programs and events as requested or assigned.+ Responds appropriately to emergency building needs to prevent additional damage to building (roof leaks, broken water lines, etc.).+ Corrects immediate safety concerns within building and/or on grounds immediately within capabilities and/or reports them as soon as possible to the Lead Custodian or the Director of Operations.+ Changes light bulbs and cleans fixtures as needed or assigned.+ Identifies building deficiencies and develops work orders for building or grounds repairs as soon as possible and turns into the Lead Custodian.+ Performs minor routine maintenance on custodial equipment as assigned to assure it remains in efficient working order.+ Assist and/or performs weekly maintenance on playgrounds as assigned by raking wood chips kick out onto asphalt and/or grass, filling in low areas under or around equipment, performs regular periodic inspections and reports any unsafe conditions found immediately to the Lead Custodian and/or Director of Operations.+ Performs and/or assists with the refinishing of gym floors.+ Performs or assists with snow removal of all building entrances, exits, steps and other+ Areas assigned. Snow is to be removed at least 15 feet out from all entrances and exits.+ Applies ice melt and sand to maintain slip and fall protection on all sidewalks and steps on assigned building sites.+ Mows, trim weeds and bushes as assigned.+ Secures building after hours or in an emergency lockdown situation.+ Maintains regular attendance.+ Maintains good hygiene and appropriate appearance.+ Assist as requested with the district's efforts on energy management and help identify areas of potential savings, turning off lights, etc.+ Adapts to work a shift schedule other than regularly assigned at the request of the Director of Operations and/or Lead Custodian: summer hours, early out days, holidays, etc.+ Continually demonstrates the ability to respect and act professionally towards fellow co-workers, staff members' students, parents and community members and resolve differences in a calm, non-intimidating, and professional manner.+ Demonstrates a positive attitude and the ability to cooperate and be a team player.+ Demonstrates ability to follow rules, duties, and assigned work from the Lead Custodian, Director of Operations, and/or School Administrator.+ Receives and accepts constructive criticism and demonstrates a willingness to improve skills, efficiency, professionalism, and cleanliness of the building environment.+ Adheres to break and lunch schedules and returns to work promptly.+ Performs other duties as assigned.Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:+ Demonstrates knowledge and ability to operate, and maintain floor scrubbers, burnishes, swing machines, carpet extractors, wet & dry vacuums, touchless restroom cleaning machines and other related equipment.+ Requires ability to prioritize daily task list and assignments. Reports unfinished task to the Lead Custodian.+ Ability to read and interpret instructions related to equipment repair and maintenance.+ Ability to make independent decisions based on proven cleaning methods.+ Effective communication skills.+ Is knowledgeable with current cleaning chemicals used, used them for their intended use and uses them at the recommended concentration and ratio.+ Is able to climb ladders and scaffolding as required for the job.+ Has knowledge of and uses appropriate personal protective safety equipment for the specific task assigned.+ Attends safety and department meetings, including Right to Know, Asbestos Awareness, and Blood Borne Pathogens training exercises.+ Has physical ability to shovel snow, operate lawnmowers, snow blowers and weed trimming equipment as required in maintaining entrances, exits, and grounds as directed.+ Maintains control under stress, in disagreements, or in emergency situations.Education/Certification:+ High School Diploma or G.E.D.+ Previous custodial experience preferred+ Must hold a valid driver's licenseBackground Check:+ Candidates will need to successfully pass a criminal background check.Physical and Environmental Conditions:Work regularly demands heavy physical effort in the handling of materials, boxes carts, furniture and equipment. Regularly lifts and handles boxes or materials weighing up to 50 pounds; regularly bends, squats, pushes, pulls, climbs, and reaches to clean the top and bottom of shelves, walls, lights and floors. Work requires standing for extended periods of time.The job involves working both inside and outside during extreme temperatures and/or conditions. The work environment may involve risks associated with chemicals and equipment used, which is typical of this profession. The use of safe workplace practices, personal protective equipment and observation of safety regulations will be used at all times.This job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of this job.The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position, but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time unless restricted by a negotiated contract.The Marion Independent School District is an EEO/AA employer.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYIt is the policy of the Marion Independent School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. Additionally, the MISD does not discriminate in its education programs and activities, employment opportunities, or accommodations pursuant to Title IX, Section 504, and Title II, and on a continuous basis, reflects this policy in announcements, employment application forms, district policy, registration materials and student handbooks The District has established grievance procedures for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact: Equity Coordinator (for employment), Janelle Brouwer, Superintendent, 777 South 15th Street, Marion Iowa, 52302, 319-###-#### [email protected] or Equity and Title IX Coordinator (for programs), Gretchen Kriegel, Assistant Superintendent, 777 South 15th Street, Marion Iowa, 52302, 319-###-#### [email protected] Marion Independent School District is dedicated to supporting equity and the success of each child. We recognize we are a community of different cultures and identities, and we will promote an environment where all feel welcomed and can thrive. The District and its employees will foster a community where everyone belongs, will treat others with dignity and respect, and will encourage our community partners to do the same.Inquiries by employees or applicants for employment regarding compliance with equal employment opportunity and affirmative action laws and policies, including but not limited to complaints of discrimination, may also be directed in writing to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commissions, Milwaukee Area Office, Reuss Federal Plaza, 310 West Wisconsin Ave., Suite 800, Milwaukee, WI., 53203-2292, (800) ###-#### or TTY (800) ###-####. the Iowa Civil Rights Commission, 400 E. 14th Street, Des Moines, Iowa, 50319-1004, (515) ###-#### or 1-800-###-####, This inquiry or complaint to the federal office may be done instead of, or in addition to, an inquiry or complaint at the local level.Further information and copies of the procedures for filing a complaint are available in the school district's central administrative office and the administrative office in each attendance center.