Custodian (2 Openings)

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Mapleton Public Schools, Adams County District #1 does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, marital status, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities. Inquiries may be referred to the Deputy Superintendent of Talent Management, 7350 N Broadway, Denver, CO 80221. (303) 853-1000, or the US Dept. of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 1961 Stout Street, Denver, CO 80204.
CLASSIFIED VACANCY
This position is for the 2020-2021 School Year

Job Title: Custodian (2 openings)

Location: District

Pay Range: $13.80 - $20.72/hr (CD-1)

Work Year: 260 days per year (year-round employee)

Reports To: Lead Custodian

SUMMARY:
Responsible for the cleanliness, sanitation, security, and basic maintenance of the assigned school building, grounds, and equipment. Ensure a safe and pleasant learning environment for students, staff, and the public.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Out of District applicants must fill out a District application at: www.mapleton.us. Current employees may e-mail a letter of interest and resume to: Erica Branscum, Deputy Superintendent of Talent Management at HR@mapleton.us

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The frequency and percentage of time of duties may vary based on building assignment or department.

• Clean building including classrooms, locker rooms, restrooms, offices, and hallways by removing trash, vacuuming, mopping, sweeping, dusting, buffing, cleaning carpets, washing windows, and scrubbing floors. Complete minor maintenance work.
• Assist staff, public, students, teachers, and community groups using the building during assigned shift. Answer questions; respond to requests, and/or direct individuals to appropriate people or building areas.
• Change light bulbs and filters; clean heating/cooling vents; inspect and adjust boilers for proper pressure settings; routinely examine water/air pipes and facility roof and structure for damage and leaks; and perform minor repairs to building, furniture, equipment, includes changing ceiling tiles. Report building maintenance repairs to immediate supervisor and/or appropriate maintenance department.
• Assure building security by locking/unlocking doors at appropriate times, recognizing and correcting unsafe security conditions, or reporting condition to appropriate personnel or authorities.
• Set-up for school programs, meetings, assemblies, special events, and after-hours functions as requested. Move and set-up computers, public address system, audio-visual equipment, furniture, and lighting as needed.
• Assist with routine grounds duties including picking up trash; removing snow, ice, and gravel; and cleaning outside windows, doors, and lighting.
• Respond to emergencies such as fire alarms, broken pipes, electrical shorts, and fires. Assist building staff as needed during emergencies to assure student and staff safety.
• Perform seasonal, summer, and project cleaning as planned and assigned by supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No experience required.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Criminal background check required for hire.

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:

• Basic oral and written communication skills.
• English language skills.
• Basic problem-solving skills.
• Ability to acquire skills necessary to operate various types of cleaning equipment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changes without notice.
• Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent policies, and building and department procedures.
• Ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with all people, including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.

SUPERVISION/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITY:

Acts as a resource for students, staff, and community leaders using the assigned building/facility by providing clean and safe learning environments, maintenance, and set-up for activities.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:

• Operating knowledge of basic custodial equipment preferred at hire; required within 3 months after entering position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described below 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:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

MENTAL FUNCTIONS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate, compare, and evaluate. The employee is frequently required to analyze, compute, synthesize, use interpersonal skills, and compile. The employee is occasionally required to copy, coordinate, instruct, and negotiate.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• 260 days per year (year-round employee)
• Eight (8) hours a day

EVALUATION: Performance for this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on the District Classified Performance Evaluation System.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.80 - $20.72 per hour