Custodian

Facilities Maintenance Worker

Location : Transportation Facility, Colorado Springs, CO

Time Type : Full Time

Responsible for cleaning the facilities, including trash removal, floor cleaning, general cleaning, and sanitizing; sets up for special events; develops and promotes good relations among staff and community. Incumbent must complete training in Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and blood-borne pathogens within two months of hire.

The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.

Reports consistently for work as scheduled

Performs other duties as assigned

Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards

Assists in cafeteria and other areas during the workday assignment as directed

Assists students and staff with items such as lockers, doors, desks, lights, etc. and performs minor repairs as needed

Assists with safety drills, scenarios, and real-life situations as needed and directed

Attends training and in-service meetings

Cleans hazards, including bodily fluids, spills, etc. per best practices and current regulations

Cleans, dusts, and straightens desks; cleans counters, toilets, sinks, whiteboards, cove bases, blinds, walls, furniture, vents, windows, mirrors, carpet, floors, and other items as needed and assigned

Ensures facilities are safe and operational for students, staff, and the community

Monitors water, electrical, sewer, HVAC, etc. and assists in emergency shut off as needed

Moves, relocates, and transports materials, furniture, and equipment as needed and assigned

Mows lawns and trims and edges around walks and structures as directed

Performs any duties as assigned associated with building upkeep including painting, and other non-routine maintenance tasks

Performs crossing guard duties as directed

Processes and completes internal work requests

Removes and disposes of trash in facilities and on grounds

Removes snow and ice

Reports minor and major building and facility-related discrepancies or areas of need

Sanitizes rooms and facilities where applicable, including but not limited to restrooms, water fountains, gymnasiums, pools and locker rooms, etc.

Sets up for regular and special events as directed

Vacuums, shampoos, sweeps, strips, buffs, dusts, mops, etc. floors and stairs as needed

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Ability to access, input, and retrieve information in various software systems

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public

Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to manage simultaneous demands

Ability to operate and care for mechanized cleaning equipment

Ability to operate standard custodial equipment, performing a wide range of custodial tasks

Ability to recognize safety issues in the workplace

Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities

Ability to work independently on assignments

Ability to work well with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions, as well as the student body

Demonstrates discernment, excellence, honesty, integrity, patience, perseverance, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness

Detail-oriented

Excellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills

Knowledge of or willingness to learn about cleaning equipment, supplies, and chemicals

Organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills

Some knowledge of custodial tasks of facilities, grounds, and equipment

Work Environment :

The noise level in the work environment may alternate among quiet, moderate, and loud.

The incumbent is frequently required to interact in person and through communication methods with the students, public, and / or other staff.

The incumbent is required to work scheduled school / work hours and / or days.

The incumbent may be required to work extended school / work hours and / or days as directed.

Work is generally performed indoors and outdoors and on school / building grounds.

The incumbent may experience exposure to dust, fumes, and chemical cleaners.

Physical Demands :

Sits, stands, walks, stoops, kneels, and crouches / squats while performing duties

Has oral and auditory capacity enabling interaction interpersonally and / or through communication devices

Uses eyes, hands, and finger coordination enabling the use of equipment and writing utensils

Lifts or carries burdens weighing up to 50 lbs., and pushes and / or pulls other burdens weighing 100 lbs.

Conducts activities involving climbing, stooping, kneeling / bending, crouching / squatting, crawling, twisting, and reaching utilizing a ladder or a lift

Works with hands above shoulder height with a weight up to 50 lbs.

Cognitive Functions :

The staff member may be required to analyze, communicate, compare, compile, compute, coordinate, copy, evaluate, instruct, negotiate, synthesize, reason, and use interpersonal skills.

Required Qualifications :

High school graduate -high school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications :

Compensation Range : $19.70-20.69

Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40

Hours per Day : 8.0 hour(s) per day

Number of Days per Year : 260 Days M-F

Benefits Eligibility : Full-time - Regular

FLSA Status : United States of America (Non-Exempt)

How to Apply : New applicants (including current district staff members) must use the Workday application portal.

A completed online application also includes the following uploaded documents in PDF format :

A current resume

Please do not call to request site visits or interviews at the school / location. Please direct all inquiries via the email address indicated on the posting.