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Job Description
Job Title: Custodian
Position Summary:
The Custodian plays a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit Special Education Schools. This position is responsible for performing routine cleaning, maintenance, and light repair tasks to ensure that the school facility supports the unique needs of students receiving special education services. This position primarily works in the evenings.
Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Cleaning and Sanitization:
   • Perform daily cleaning of classrooms, restrooms, hallways, offices, and common areas, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and emptying trash.
   • Sanitize frequently touched surfaces to maintain a hygienic environment, following health and safety guidelines.
   • Restock supplies such as soap, paper towels, and toilet paper.
2. Facility Maintenance:
   • Conduct routine maintenance tasks, including changing light bulbs, minor plumbing repairs, and basic upkeep of school equipment.
   • Report any major maintenance or repair needs to the Facilities Manager or Principal.
3. Safety and Security:
   • Ensure that all entrances, exits, and pathways are free of debris and potential hazards.
   • Lock and unlock school facilities as required, ensuring security measures are followed.
   • Assist in emergency cleanups, such as spills or incidents that require immediate attention.
4. Support for School Operations:
   • Set up and arrange furniture and equipment for school events, meetings, and special programs.
   • Assist staff with moving materials or equipment as needed.
   • Respond promptly to requests for cleaning or maintenance assistance during school hours.
5. Collaboration and Communication:
   • Work closely with teachers, administrators, and other staff to support the needs of the school community.
   • Maintain a respectful and professional demeanor when interacting with students, including those with diverse abilities and needs.

Qualifications:
Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• Previous custodial or maintenance experience preferred, particularly in an educational or healthcare setting.

Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment.
• Basic understanding of maintenance tools and techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Additional Requirements:

• Current Act 114, Act 34, Act 151 and NSOR Clearances required prior to an offer (Must be dated within 1 year of hire date).
• School Personnel Health Record (Form H511.340) must be completed and received by Human Resources prior to hire date.

Working Conditions:
The Custodian will work primarily indoors but may occasionally need to perform outdoor tasks, such as snow removal or grounds maintenance. The role involves exposure to cleaning chemicals and requires adherence to safety protocols. This position primarily works in the evenings but flexibility to work weekends may be required. This position may involve standing, walking, and active engagement throughout the day. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting for extended period of time
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling 50 pounds
• Ability to kneel, crouch, bend and reach to retrieve and handle teaching materials and supplies
• Moving fingers and hands in a repetitive manner
• Ability to speak clearly and distinctly when communicating with limited English-speaking customers
• Hearing clearly
• Adequate vision to perform duties

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
Disclaimer: The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of this position.
Reports To: Facilities Manager
Department: Special Education and Pupil Services
Position Schedule: 260-day
Salary: AIUFT Collective Bargaining Agreement (Step 1 $41,517.00 ($19.96/hour))
Benefits: AIUFT Collective Bargaining Agreement
FLSA: Non-Exempt
To Apply: Create an on-line application and upload a cover letter, resume, clearances, the AIU Career Site.
Please send any questions to: recruitment@aiu3.net
The Allegheny Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, handicap, or limited English proficiency in its educational programs, services, facilities, activities or employment practices as required by Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Section 504 Regulations of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975, Section 204 Regulations of the 1984 Carl D. Perkins Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, or any other applicable federal or state statute.