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Muhlenberg School District
TITLE:  Inside Custodian                                                               DATE:                                       October 10, 2023                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    
CLASSIFICATION: Classified                                                     REVISED:                                      October 10, 2023
REPORTS TO:         Building Services/Custodial Supervisor FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt            
LOCATION:            Muhlenberg School District Campus                                          
JOB SUMMARY:    Performs custodial maintenance duties, including dusting, mopping, finishing and buffing floors, vacuuming and shampooing carpets, cleaning and restocking restrooms.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Daily check of floor cleaning equipment.

1. Trash pickup and disposal.

1. District mail and bank runs.

1. Grass cutting, shrub trimming, mulching, weeding, fertilizing, etc.

1. Custodial/cleaning duties of field houses, dug outs, press boxes, locker room lavatories, and concession stands.

1. Snow removal including all District roadways, walking paths, turn around, sidewalks and play area. Snow removal is a District priority and all staff are expected to report to work as directed by the Maintenance and Grounds Supervisor and or Building Services/Custodial Supervisor.

1. Maintain tools and supplies in a neat and organized manner. Keep supply, storage, and utility closets clean and orderly. Maintain inventory for the same.

1. Keeps work carts neat and orderly.

1. Follows all safety rules and directives without exception.

1. Safe handling, use and measurement of chemicals.

1. Familiarity with building evacuation routes, activating fire pull stations, use of fire extinguishers and overall emergency procedures.

 
QUALIFICATIONS:      High School Diploma or equivalent required.
                                           Knowledge of operation of power cleaning equipment.
                                           Must have current valid PA Driver's license.
                                           Must be available to work flexible hours as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
                                           Previous custodial experience preferred.
                                           Submission of pre-employment medical examination (Section 148 of the Pennsylvania School Code).
                                           Submission of a report of criminal history record from the Pennsylvania State Police (Section 111 of the Pennsylvania School Code).
                                           Submission of a clearance report from the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare in accordance with Act 151 of 1994.
                                           Submission of the FBI Criminal History Record in accordance with Act 114 of 2006
                                           Submission of sexual misconduct/abuse disclosure release form in accordance with Act 168 of 2014. 
                                           Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Able to climb a 12 foot ladder, scaffolding, and vertical lifts without      
                                              restrictions.
                                             Able to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, and reach overhead.
                                             Ability to work independently.
                                             Able to raise or lower objects from one level to another.
                                             Able to carry objects (up to 50 lbs.) in arms or by other appropriate
                                             means.
                                             Able to use hands and arms to reach and pick up objects.
                                             Able to push and pull.
                                             Ability to walk or be on feet for extended periods of time.
  Able to travel inside or outside the District as necessary for work   
  related tasks.
SENSORY ABILITIES: Visual acuity
Auditory acuity
WORK ENVIRONMENT: School environment including outside exposure to elements.
TEMPERAMENT:          Must possess excellent interpersonal skills
                                           Must be able to work with students, staff, and the community
Must be cooperative, congenial, and service-oriented
Must be able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions
Must be able to understand and maintain confidentiality
COGNITIVE ABILITY: Ability to follow written and verbal directions
                                           Ability to read and write
                                           Ability to communicate effectively
                                           Ability to organize tasks   
                                           Ability to handle multiple tasks
                                           Ability to exercise good judgment
SPECIFIC SKILLS:        Computer proficient 
This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.