Employee Group: AFSCME 

Classification: III-b

Status: Full Year - 250 work days + 10 paid holidays

Location: Silver Lake Elementary

Master Agreement

AFSCME Benefits Summary

Retirement Benefits

General Summary:

The Tier II Lead Custodian provides custodial services, custodial leadership, and facility coordination to the district and reports to the Maintenance Department Building Manager and Building Principal.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assists and trains workers engaged in performing daily maintenance/cleaning of the facility, the grounds, and the coverage and set up of daily activities.
2. Assists in the coordination of activities, meetings, and daily services, both scheduled and unscheduled.
3. Maintains the appearance and safety of the assigned buildings including the operation of heating, ventilation and air conditioning, plumbing, electrical, and power equipment.
4. Performs boiler chemical testing and chemical treatment of hot water or steam systems as required.
5. Orders and maintains an inventory of supplies.
6. Maintains and operates other electrical and mechanical equipment such as clocks, bells, fire alarms, and fire extinguishers.
7. Works within the Maintenance budget and reviews the monthly printout.
8. Assists Building Manager in preparing and assigning work orders, project requests, special order requests, follow up and the records of completion.
9. Assembles and makes minor repairs to furniture, equipment, and facilities.
10. Helps load, unload and move supplies, items, and other equipment.
11. Completes facilities safety inspection reports with Building Manager.
12. Communicates and informs the Building Manager of problems and concerns.
13. Sweeps, shovels, and snow blows snow from steps, and roofs, and walks at building entrances and salts icy steps and walks as necessary.
14. Maintains the security of the building.
15. Ensures proper care and use of supplies and equipment.
16. Maintains and improves the grounds including lawns, shrubs, playing fields, sidewalks, and parking lots.
17. Maintains facilities and equipment so they are safe, clean, and sanitary which may include clean-up of bodily fluids.
18. Replaces light ballasts, electrical switches, and outlets.
19. Assists the school administration with fire, tornado, and security drills.
20. Maintains building Chemical Right to Know Manual (including MSDS) as necessary.
21. Completes and maintains required records and reports.
22. Assists Building Manager to cover employee absences.
23. Performs all assigned duties in a manner that contributes to the safety and well-being of the staff and buildings.
24. Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

1. High school diploma or GED required, college or trade school classes preferred.
2. Must complete and maintain CPR and First aid training.
3. The ability to read and apply documents such as handbooks, Board policies, contracts, safety rules, operating, and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports, work orders, and correspondence;  speak effectively before staff, students and employees.
4. The ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
5. Present evidence of acceptable experience in custodial and maintenance (minor plumbing, electrical, and filter replacement) work to carry out all assigned duties.
6. Ability to work with Building Manager to prioritize, address and resolve issues.
7. Work cooperatively with the preventive maintenance person to ensure that the established preventative maintenance program is maintained.
8. Ability to lift and/or move 50 pounds.
9. Be able to communicate effectively at a level of proficiency that permits quality job performance.
10. Possess good habits, character, and attendance records.
11. Be neat in appearance.
12. Be capable and demonstrate the establishment and maintenance of harmonious, effective relationships with students, staff, supervisors, and co-workers.
13. Upon request, present a certificate of good health signed by a licensed physician appointed by the school board verifying the physical ability to perform the job.
14. Possess a willingness to learn new job skills and techniques.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

1. Must be able to report on a regular and consistent basis to the assigned facility or worksite. 
2. Maintain consistent and punctual attendance.
3. Duties include frequent walking and physical activity.
4. The ability to move about the facility or building, including bending, pushing/pulling, lifting, twisting, climbing, stooping, or crouching to complete work-related tasks. 
5. Must possess skills to safely operate a variety of tools and equipment.
6. Basic technology skills required to utilize computer and/or other office equipment (printer/copy machine, etc.) consistent with work-related tasks. 
7. The ability to listen and effectively communicate information and ideas to a diverse population.
8. The ability to effectively discern information and formulate appropriate action(s).
9. The ability to critically think and provide appropriate solutions. 
10. The ability to work independently and maintain effective time management. 
11. The ability to work effectively and efficiently in high stress or conflict situations. 
12. Occasionally moves boxes, equipment, and other supplies weighing up to 50 lbs across the building for various needs. 

Environmental Conditions:

Incumbents work in both indoor and outdoor environments with moderate to loud noise levels. Work may be completed in controlled temperature conditions; however, duties may be completed in cold and hot temperatures or inclement weather conditions. Duties may include exposure to chemicals and mechanical and electrical hazards. 

Work Schedules:

Must be available for on-call work, overtime and/or emergency overtime before and/or after regular scheduled workday, when necessary.

Background Checks:

The individual selected for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check.