CUSTODIAN                                                             

Reports to:               Operations Manager

Job Objectives:      To maintain the school facilities in optimal condition so that the school environment supports the best educational experiences possible for our students.

Minimum               ·  High school diploma or the equivalent.

Qualifications:      .  Ability to order supplies and control inventory.

                              .  Ability to organize work schedules and direct personnel.

                              .  Skill in working with a variety of personnel.

Responsibilities        The following duties are representative of performance expectations.  A reasonable

and Essential            accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to

Functions:                perform essential functions.

                              .  Coordinates with the superintendent and building principals the maintenance and custodial services of  the school system.

                              .  Inspects school properties on a regular basis and makes recommendations for the maintenance care, cleanliness and upkeep of the buildings.

                              .  Oversees the maintenance/custodial program throughout the year.

                              .  Maintains a current inventory of District supplies and equipment used for maintenance work for buildings and grounds.

                              .  Purchase necessary maintenance/custodial supplies/services, and equipment using approved purchasing procedures.

                              .  Recommends to the Superintendent a systematic long-range preventative maintenance program and its anticipated costs.

                              .  Recommends to the Superintendent inservice training for maintenance and custodial staff.

                              .  Oversees compliance with occupational health and safety codes and standards.

                              .  Supervises outside contractors performing work for the district.

                              .  Coordinates vacation schedules for departmental personnel.

                              .  Provides principals and the Superintendent verbal input for the evaluation of custodial and      maintenance personnel.

                              .  Performs such other duties as they pertain to the maintenance/custodial services of the Osnaburg Local School District as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools.

Abilities                    The following characteristics and physical skills are important for the successful

Required:                 performance of assigned duties.

• Articulates a clear vision and provides leadership to advance the change process.
• Promotes a positive work environment and engenders staff enthusiasm.
• Skillfully manages individual, group, and organizational interactions.
• Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.
• Interprets information accurately and initiates effective responses.
• Effectively uses listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.
• Organizes tasks and manages time effectively.
• Completes paperwork accurately.  Verifies and correctly enters data.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.

Supervisory             Under the direction of the superintendent: directs and supervises as authorized by board policy,

Responsibility:         administrative regulations, and contractual agreements.  Assumes responsibility for the results of duties delegated to staff.

Working                   Exposure to the following situations may range from remote to frequent based on

Conditions:              circumstances and factors that may not be predictable.

• Duties may require balancing, bending, climbing, crouching, kneeling, reaching, standing, working at various heights, and in confined spaces.
• Duties may require lifting, carrying, and moving work-related supplies/equipment.
• Duties may require operating and/or riding in a vehicle.
• Duties may require traveling to meetings and work assignments.
• Duties may require working in proximity to moving mechanical parts.
• Duties may require prolonged use of a computer keyboard and monitor.
• Duties may require wearing protective clothing and using safety equipment.
• Duties may require working extended hours.
• Duties may require working under time constraints to meet deadlines.
• Potential for exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes.
• Potential for exposure to air-borne particulates, chemical irritants, combustible materials, electrical hazards, equipment vibrations, noises, and odors.
• Potential for exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
• Potential for interaction with aggressive, disruptive, and/or unruly individuals.

Performance            Job performance is evaluated according to the policy provisions adopted by the

Evaluation:              Osnaburg Local School District Board of Education.

                        The Osnaburg Local School District Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, or disability.  This job description summary does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed.  This job description is subject to change in response to funding variables, emerging technologies, improved operating procedures, productivity factors, and unforeseen events.