JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision, maintains clean and healthy facilities for students and staff by performing routine cleaning and grounds maintenance.

Pre-Employment REQUIREMENTS:
· Pre-employment physical and job assessment – the person selected for this position must meet all requirements of the physical examination and job assessmentadministered by a medical service selected by Anne Arundel County Public Schools.
· Successful completion of the background and fingerprinting process (external candidates only).

Additional Work Days/Hours

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

·         Extended hours

·         Inclement weather conditions

·         Overtime as needed

·         Summer hours

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

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Cleans and disinfects offices, classrooms, bathrooms, gymnasiums, locker rooms, auditorium/multipurpose rooms, halls, and stairs including stocking bathrooms.

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Collects trash and recyclable materials from classrooms, shops, offices, bathrooms, and grounds; transport and dispose in proper containers.

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Checks to ensure all door and windows are locked in assigned work area; and secures building at the end of shift and sets alarm.

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Moves furniture and other objects and transports as needed.

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Operates, cleans, and cares for power cleaning equipment and other cleaning materials and supplies according to written and oral instructions.

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Replaces light bulbs and ceiling tiles, makes minor repairs, and reports building and equipment deficiencies needing repair.

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Assists with delivering instructional and custodial supplies to storage or other facility location.

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Clears snow and ice and places sand on entryways, walkways, steps, and landings to provide safe passageway.

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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

·         Less than one (1) year general cleaning of buildings and grounds preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

·         Ability to learn the methods and practices of custodial work. Entry Level/Beginner/Learning

·         Ability to operate custodial and grounds care equipment. Entry Level/Beginner/Learning

·         Good time management skills. Entry Level/Beginner/Learning

·         Ability to be detail-oriented. Entry Level/Beginner/Learning

·         Good customer service skills. Entry Level/Beginner/Learning

·         Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations. Entry Level/Beginner/Learning

·         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. Entry Level/Beginner/Learning. 

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

·         Pushing: under 1/3 percent of the time

·         Pulling: under 1/3 percent of the time

·         Reaching (with hands and/or arms): under 1/3 percent of the time

·         Climbing (Ascend/Descend): under 1/3 percent of the time

·         Balancing: under 1/3 percent of the time

·         Stooping: under 1/3 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: under 1/3 percent of the time

·         Hearing: under 1/3 percent of the time

·         Smelling: under 1/3 percent of the time

·         Repetitive Motions: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

·         As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

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

Exposure

·         Outdoor weather conditions: under 1/3 percent of the time

·         Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): under 1/3 percent of the time

·         Work in high, precarious places: under 1/3 percent of the time

·         Communicable diseases: under 1/3 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: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

Weight and Force Demands

Lifting and carrying requirements

·         Up to 50 pounds: under 1/3 percent of the time

Employee Safety Statements

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The employee is required to use safety devices and protective equipment in order to minimize the frequency and severity of work-related accidents.

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Adheres to safe practices and methods in the operation of equipment and supplies related to the job.

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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:

7/1/2023

Established Date:

6/1/2013

Title Code:

E44325

Title:

CUSTODIAN: TEMPORARY

Reports to Generic:

Manager; Principal

Reports To Specific:

MANAGER: NIGHT QUALITY CONTROL; PRINCIPAL