Position Type:Custodial/Custodian (Part-time)Date Posted:5/14/2024Location:Florence Middle SchoolDate Available:05/14/2024Job title:Custodian part-timeReports to:Principal, Assistant Principal, or DirectorReceives guidance from:Principal, Assistant Principal, Director, District Administration, or Assistant SuperintendentOvertime status:Compliant with position, salary and FLSA regulationsJob purpose:In keeping a tradition of excellence, the Custodian part-time will provide students, staff, and guests with a safe, attractive, comfortable, clean and efficient place in which to learn, play and develop.Duties and responsibilities:Attend meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of gathering information required to perform job functionsKeep building and premises, including sidewalks, driveways and play areas, neat and clean at all timesRegulate heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide temperatures appropriate to season and to ensure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricityRaise and lower the US flagSweep classrooms daily and dust furnitureMonitor activities in and around work areas for the purpose of preventing injuries and ensuring site safety; reporting any concerns immediatelyClean corridors after school each day and during the day when their condition requires itScrub, hose down, and disinfect toilets floors daily, and clean and sanitize fixtures and drinking fountains dailyWash windows both inside and outside at least twice each year, and more frequently if necessaryKeep the grounds free from rubbishPerform such yard keeping chores such as grass cutting and tree trimming as necessary to maintain the school grounds in a safe and attractive condition (as assigned)Keep floors in a clean and attractive condition and in a good state of preservationMake minor building repairsMaintain on a regular schedule motors and other mechanical equipment requiring scheduled servicingReport immediately to the principal any damage to school propertyRemain on the school premises during school hours, and during non-school hours when the use of the building has been authorized and extended work hours have been approvedAssume responsibility for the opening and closing of the building each school day and for determining, before leaving, that doors and windows are secured, and lights, except those left on for safety reasons, are turned offKeep an inventory of supplies, equipment, and fuel on hand, and requisition such needed replacements from the principal, or designee, far enough in advance to allow delivery in such time as will not hinder the educational processReplenish classroom and restroom supplies for the purpose of ensuring adequate quantities for daily useConduct an ongoing program of general maintenance, upkeep, and repairMove furniture or equipment within buildings as required for various activities and as directedPerform summer maintenance (strip/wax floors, move furniture, paint, etc.)Maintain and accept responsibility for any district owned fixed asset item assigned to employeeand ensure appropriate use by following district policies for acceptable useSecure facilities and grounds for the purpose of minimizing property damage, equipment loss and/or potential liability.Undergo periodic evaluations according to state and board policy proceduresMaintain confidentialityRegular, dependable, in person attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this positionPerform such other and not specifically enumerated duties as may be requested by the Board ofEducation, superintendent, administrator, director or established by district policyRead, understand, and abide by Employee Conduct Policy, GAB, all other district policies andapplicable procedures and protocols as established by RCSD, and Mississippi Educator Code ofConductQualifications:Education Level: HIgh school diploma or GEDOther Requirements: Pass the agility test, prefer prior related experience, and 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 multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: methods of industrial cleaning; safety practices and procedures; and English. Ability is required to schedule activities; 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 wide diversity of individuals; work with specific, job-related 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 may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; meeting deadlines and schedules; working as part of a team; and working with constant interruptions. Responsibilities include working under direct supervision using standardized routines, and providing information and/or advising others.Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear/understand English. Other requirements include significant lifting, reaching, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 5% sitting, 70% walking, and 25% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 35 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.Work Environment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is not a standard office setting; but rather encompasses the entire active school campus both inside and outside the facilities. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate and occasionally high.Note: This is not necessarily an all-inclusive or exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. The job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.Terms of Employment:Salary, days and work year as established by the Rankin County Board of EducationEvaluation:Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Rankin County School Board policy on Evaluation of Employees.