Job Description

LAFOURCHE PARISH SCHOOL BOARD

JOB DESCRIPTION

SCHOOL CUSTODIAN

Revised;

QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of the methods materials tools and equipment used in various situations and maintenance of the school
• Ability to perform work and care for tools materials and equipment safely
• Valid drivers license with acceptable motor vehicle record
• Possess the temperament to work with and around employees and/or children
• Grasp lift maneuver carry push pull move and set down (60 lbs.) objects on a daily basis safely
• Ability to analyze emergency situations accurately and take prompt actions
• Ability to read and write and make accurate arithmetic computations
• Ability to climb and work from ladders stairs and scaffolding
• Ability to operate and maintain a safe work environment for one self and other employees
• Safety oriented
• Pass a physical examination

Reports to: Principal

Specific Job Duties
(1)Performs cleaning and preventive maintenance tasks on tools and equipment
(2)Performs housekeeping duties in the maintenance of classrooms grounds and entire site
(3)Assist in transporting tools supplies equipment and materials as needed on school sites
(4)Improves skills by attending training opportunities
(5)Ability to operate power tools such as saws drills wrenches and various tools
(6)Ability to make simple measurements cuts bends shapes applies mixes or otherwise handle materials and substances in accordance with instructions
(7)Ability to operate small machinery (weed eaters blowers mowers and chain saws)
(8)Check lighting in buildings and classrooms and replace any burnt bulbs as necessary
(9)Check emergency exit lighting and emergency lights in buildings monthly
(10)Performs all other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or Superintendent

Professional Attitude and Conduct
(1)Establishes and maintains appropriate respectful harmonious relationship with administration school faculty other employees students vendors and the general public
(2)Observes professional ethics as prescribed by the employees profession/craft and in
accordance with state law and board policy (GAl Solicitations GAIB Solicitations of Staff Members GAJ Gifts)
(3)Adheres to Board policy administrative rules and regulations
(4)Seeks shares and respects the ideas of others
(5)Exhibits a caring positive attitude towards others
(6)Maintains the confidentiality of all School Board business by refraining from accessing
discussing or disclosing anything outside the scope of employment unless authorized by immediate supervisor
(7)Participates in professional growth activities such as participation in seminars conferences workshops for improvement of knowledge and skills relating to best practices in the use of supplies tools or equipment and methods of operation
(8)Participates in professional activities on a local state and national level in assigned areas (include for appropriate personnel)

Communication
(1)Understands and interprets written and verbal instructions from immediate supervisor and gives clear written and oral instructions to others as required
(2)Accurately compiles data summarizes information and provides written reports when required
(3)Answers the telephone and receives visitors in a courteous and efficient manner
(4)Follows the chain of command for various administrative procedures

Attendance and Punctuality
(1)Reports to work at the assigned time
(2)Attends work consistently
(3)Contacts Supervisor when absent
(4)Scans in or out using the employee scan system as appropriate

Safety
(1)Completes task in a safe manner as prescribed by the Safety Department or by the employees profession/craft
(2)Maintains a neat and orderly work environment
(3)Dresses appropriately for the job assigned and in compliance with state law and board policy GAMB Employee Dress Code
(4)Displays employee ID tag at all times while on duty
(5)Reports any unsafe conditions or any incidents of injury or damage immediately to the appropriate official
(6)Complies with policies GAMA Employee Tobacco Use and GAMD Drug-Free Workplace when on duty

Terms of Employment
8 hours per day - 12 months (240 days)

There shall be a probationary period of 90 days from date of employment for new employees. After 90 days a decision based upon an evaluation will be rendered in regards to the employees status as a permanent employee.

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Boards policy on evaluation of non-instructional personnel

The Superintendent reserves the right to change the job and any other duties as required with advance written notification.

*Annual Salary is based on years of experience (0-40) with increases for advanced degrees.

Lafourche Parish School Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin military status natural protective or cultural hairstyle sex age disability marital status sexual orientation religion or veteran status.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Local area, Immediate start

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