Custodian

Company: The Rhodes School
Location: Houston
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionSalary: Job Summary:The primary purpose and goal of the custodial staff are to provide a well maintained, clean, and safe environment for all district staff, students, and patrons alike, and to be as accommodating and supportive as possible to the needs of all TRS organization staff, employees, and parent volunteers of each building.Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for cleaning of assigned school space, which may include cafeteria, classrooms, athletic areas, etc. Keep restrooms clean and well supplied at all times
• Provide floor care daily including sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, spray buffing, scrubbing, and applying floor finish.
• Keep housekeeping closets clean and supplied with the cleaning materials necessary to do the job. Keep all closets, mechanical room doors, (such as fan room doors) boiler room doors, and electrical room doors remain locked and secured.
• Replace light bulbs and tubes, ceiling tiles, and other building supply items which are provided for installation by the custodial staff
• Report any damage to school property to the building administrator and request repair via the work order system.
• Maintain the security of the classrooms and the building by checking that all students are out of the building, lights are off, windows and doors are locked, and rooms and buildings are checked for fire hazards.
• Mow and weed-eat as needed in courtyards and areas surrounding the building as directed.
• Set up tables, chairs, etc. for school activities as directed.
• Must be willing to travel and relocate to different campus locations; periodically.
• Perform other duties as assigned; however, all employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by the TRS Crew; if required.Education:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent (ex. G.E.D.)Work Experience:
    • 1-year previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is preferred.
    • Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.Special Knowledge/Skills
      • Positive Attitude: Presents a positive role model for students that supports the goals of The Rhodes Schools.
      • Cooperation: Works effectively with others.
      • Dependability: Reports to work on time, is reliable for regular and overtime work, and is absent only with good cause.
      • Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
      • Must be able to read, speak and comprehend English and have good written, and verbal command of the English language.
      • Knowledge of safety operations of all vehicles and other job-related equipment.Supervisory Responsibilities
        • NoneEquipment Used: Cleaning chemicals, light grounds, plumbing, electrical maintenance knowledge.Working/Environmental Conditions / Mental Demands/Physical Demands:
          • Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment that does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements. Ability to carry and/or lift less than 50 pounds.
          • Balancing, bending, climbing, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and/or standing.
          • Exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes.
          • Must be willing to travel between each TRS campus; as needed
          • May be assigned to a different campus location. A one-week notice will be provided if changes in location is required.
          • Exposure to air-borne particulates, chemical irritants, combustible materials, electrical hazards, equipment vibrations, noises, and odors. Exposure to wet and/or slippery surfaces.
          • Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
          • Interactions with aggressive, disruptive, and/or unruly individuals.
          • Lifting, carrying, and moving work-related supplies/equipment.
          • Performing tasks that require strenuous physical exertion.
          • Traveling to meetings and work assignments.
          • Working at various heights, in confined spaces, and/or invariable/diminished lighting.
          • Working in proximity to moving mechanical parts.

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