WINDHAM CENTRAL SUPERVISORY UNION
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Lead Custodian
REPORTS TO: Director of Operation or Facility Manager
APPROVED BY: Superintendent of Schools
UPDATED: 6/2023
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
POSITION OBJECTIVES: To clean and perform routine maintenance of district buildings to provide a safe learning environment for students.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Maintain positive relationships with students and staff.
- Troubleshoot maintenance problems. Handle minor repairs directly. Includes carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical repairs.
- Clean floors: vacuum, sweep, dust mop, wash, strip, wax and buff.
- Wash and clean windows, walls, chalkboards, trashcans, water fountains, and sinks.
- Dust furniture, fixtures, and wood work.
- Install and maintain bulletin boards and displays, and repair boards, artwork, frames, and displays.
- Provide set-up and break-down of cafeteria, gymnasium, auditorium, or other spaces for special events.
- Empty trash receptacles and pick up litter in and around buildings.
- Manage recycling and composting programs.
- Clean and stock bathrooms, change and clean shower curtains.
- Repair/replace ceiling tiles.
- Clean windows; clean and repair window coverings.
- Repair or replace plumbing fixtures.
- Replace light bulbs and change clocks.
- Move furniture.
- Do routine maintenance of electrical, heating and ventilating vents and fixtures (i.e. changing filters and the like), locks (i.e. oiling) and lockers.
- Open buildings at designated time; close buildings at designated time.
- Remove snow from immediate walks and exits.
- Monitor buildings and grounds to ensure standards for cleanliness and safety are maintained.
- Provide coverage or service for custodial absences as requested, to include throughout the district as needed.
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities. Reports known safety hazards in the school to the Facility Manager or Director of Operations.
- Available to support students and staff during evacuation drills and emergencies.
- Participate as a member of the school safety team as requested: Activate alarm during drills; help inspect the buildings to ensure everyone has evacuated and alerts principal of such; perform school safety inspections as part of a team; attend informational meetings.
- May be assigned to an evening or day shift depending upon the needs of the employer.
- Ensures proper stock of cleaning supplies
- Acts as Facility Manager in the absence of the Facility Manager.
- Works with Facility Manager to schedule vendors and evening staff duties and areas of responsibility
- Work directly with Building Administrator, Facility Manager and Director of Operations to plan for future repairs
- Receives all shipments and orders to ensure accuracy of deliverables.
- Other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports to, received administrative supervision from, and is evaluated by the Director of Operations or Facility Manager.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: May train or assist co-workers, but generally works along with those persons.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, in addition to the following:
- Education and Experience. High school degree, or equivalent, plus 1 to 2 years of relevant experience preferred, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired. Commercial clean experience preferred. Experience waxing and stripping floors, using a scrubber, floor buffer, commercial vacuum and other floor machines also preferred, as well as knowledge and skills related to routine housekeeping and maintenance work.
- Language Skills. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization, and with vendors.
- Math Skills. Basic mathematical skills including ability to perform operations using units of weight measurement, volume and distance. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Reasoning Ability/Mental Requirements. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills. Ability to communicate courteously, efficiently and effectively with a variety of individuals, including students, faculty and staff, administrators, parents, and other school visitors. Ability to work cooperatively, collaboratively and effectively with peers, supervisors, and school administrators. Ability to effectively resolve conflicts.
- Competencies. The individual in this position must possess the following:
- Dependability – being reliable, punctual, responsible and fulfilling obligations
- Self-Control – maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
- Stress Tolerance – accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
- Cooperation – being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
- Concern for Others – being sensitive to others’ needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
- Attention to Detail – being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
- Integrity – being honest and ethical.
- Adaptability/Flexibility – being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
- Independence – guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
- Social Orientation – preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.
PHYSICAL EFFORT AND STRESS. Employee must have the physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above, in addition to the following (Frequency Codes described below):
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Frequency
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Code
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Description
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Sometimes
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S
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activity may exist sporadically, but not on a consistent basis.
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Occasionally
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O
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activity exists on a consistent basis for less than 1/3 of the time
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Frequently
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F
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activity exists from 1/3 of the time up to 2/3 of the time
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Constantly
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C
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activity exists for 2/3 or more of the time
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Not Applicable
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N/A
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activity is not present in the position
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Activity
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Frequency Code
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Essential
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Not Essential
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Sitting
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O
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X
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Standing
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C
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X
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Walking
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C
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X
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Seeing
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C
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X
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Hearing
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C
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X
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Talking
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C
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X
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Dexterity (Hands/Fingers)
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C
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X
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Tasting
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N/A
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X
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Smelling
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S
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X
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Use of Computers and Equipment
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F
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X
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Lifting
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Up To 10 Lbs.
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F
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X
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10-25 Lbs.
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F
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X
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25-50 Lbs.
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O
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X
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50-100 Lbs.
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S
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X
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100+ Lbs.
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N/A
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X
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Carrying
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Up To 10 Lbs.
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F
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X
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10-25 Lbs.
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F
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X
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25-50 Lbs.
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O
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X
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50-100 Lbs.
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S
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X
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100+ Lbs.
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N/A
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X
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Bending/Stooping
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F
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X
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Pushing/Pulling
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F
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X
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Twisting
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F
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X
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Climbing
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F
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X
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Balancing
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O
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X
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Crouching
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F
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X
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Kneeling
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F
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X
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Crawling
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O
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X
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Reaching (i.e., overhead)
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F
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X
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Handling
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F
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X
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Driving
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O
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X
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Repetitive Movements (Hands, Feet)
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O
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X
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Managing Stress
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O
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X
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Resolving Conflicts
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O
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X
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WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: All conditions common to a construction site for residential housing including, but not limited to, the following (Frequency Codes described above):
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Working Conditions/Environmental Factors
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Frequency Code
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Exposure (dust, dirt)
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C
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Exposure (extreme heat – non-weather, flames)
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O
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Exposure (extreme cold – non-weather)
)
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O
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Exposure (fumes, odors)
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F
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Exposure (viruses, infectious diseases)
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O
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Exposure (water)
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F
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Exposure (hazardous equipment)
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F
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Exposure (chemicals, hazardous materials)
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F
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Uneven terrain
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O
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Outdoor weather conditions
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S
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Vibration/noise
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F
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Heights
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O
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Definitions - Physical Demands
Sitting: remaining in a seated position
Standing: remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about
Walking: Moving about on foot
Seeing: Perceiving with the eye
Hearing: Perceiving or listening to sound by ear
Talking: Articulating, speaking or discussing using spoken words
Dexterity: Skill in the use of hands and fingers
Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling)
Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms or on the shoulder
Bending/Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires full use of the lower extremities and back muscles.
Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (includes slapping, striking, and kicking)
Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking).
Twisting: Rotating; moving to face in alternate direction.
Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, ropes and the like, using the feet, legs, and/or arms and hands.
Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, or running on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces; or maintaining body equilibrium when performing gymnastic feats.
Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine.
Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees.
Crawling: Moving about on the hands and knees
Reaching: Extending the hands and arms in any direction
Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with hands
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This general outline illustrates the type of work, which characterizes the Job Classification. It is not an all-encompassing statement of the specific duties, responsibilities and qualifications of individual positions assigned to the classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.