Custodian and Landscaper (Part-time)

About the position

The description of tasks is not intended to outline every last detail of the custodian/landscapers position. It will serve to give a general impression of the duties relating to the job. The position involves both custodial and landscaping responsibilities, ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of the school environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
• Service, clean, or supply restrooms.
• Clean windows, glass partitions, or mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, or squeegees.
• Gather and empty trash.
• Notify principal concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Dust furniture, walls, machines, or equipment.
• Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.
• Requisition supplies or equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
• Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
• Move heavy furniture, equipment, or supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks.
• Set up, arrange, or remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, or scaffolding to prepare facilities for events, such as banquets or meetings.
• Drive vans, industrial trucks, or other vehicles required to travel to or to perform cleaning work.
• Clean laboratory equipment, such as glassware or metal instruments, using solvents, brushes, rags, or power cleaning equipment.
• Perform groundskeeping and building maintenance duties.
• Mow lawn either by hand or using a riding lawnmower.
• Cut lawn using hand, power or riding mower and trim and edge around walks, flower beds, and walls.
• Landscape by planting flowers, grass, shrubs, and bushes.
• Apply pesticide to rid grounds of pests such as mosquitos, wasps, ticks, and others.
• Apply fertilizer to the ground to enhance growth.
• Shovel snow from walkways and sprinkle ice down to keep people from falling.
• Perform routine maintenance duties such as applying plaster, fixing fountains, and other duties.
• Sweep the walkway of debris.
• Cut down tree limbs that are posing a danger.
• Trim shrubs and pull weeds.
• Perform minor repairs and maintenance procedures on equipment utilized in groundskeeping.
• Install lawn furniture.
• Rake, mulch, and prune the grounds as needed.
• Install rock, cement, lighting, water, and furniture.
• Water plants and grass as needed and apply fertilizer.
• Other duties as needed.

Requirements

• High School education level required.
• Ability to perform multiple, non-technical tasks.
• Knowledge of custodial supplies and cleaning methods.
• Basic math skills and ability to read and follow instructions.