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Position Title: Housekeeper
Department: Operations
Reports To: Principal
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
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REQUIRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- High school graduate or equivalent; or any combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities
- Prior experience cleaning and maintaining buildings preferred
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Must have current government issued identification
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
8 Hours/190 to 230 Days
Support Staff Salary Schedule (Grade 6)
The terms of employment detailed in this job description are based on full time employment during the school year. Conditions of employment are adjusted for part time employees or individuals who are hired for less than an entire school year.
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under general supervision of the head custodian and assistant custodian, is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of assigned schools and facilities. Conducts a wide variety of housekeeping duties.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Supports and upholds the mission, vision and strategic goals of Lexington County School District One towards increased outcomes for students.
- Interacts, communicates and collaborates with all stakeholders effectively.
- Establishes a safe, supportive, positive and productive working and learning environment.
- Operates general office and technology equipment needed for daily activities.
- Maintains confidentiality regarding all employee and student information.
- Participates in all professional meetings and training sessions as required.
- Requests and maintains materials needed for daily responsibilities and essential functions; provides for safe storage and proper use of all tools, equipment and materials.
- Maintains the cleanliness of assigned schools and facilities.
- Conducts housekeeping duties according to schedule and /or as needed such as cleaning rooms, cleaning restrooms, replenishing soap and paper supplies in restrooms and classrooms, cleaning water fountains, mopping and waxing halls, sweeping and vacuuming floors and walkways, washing windows and blinds in assigned classrooms, dusting, cleaning stair cases, cleaning assigned cafeteria areas and teachers’ lounges, etc.
- Completes district-wide asbestos awareness training as required and participates in local facility asbestos awareness activities.
- Empties garbage and trash containers on a regular basis and keeps containers clean and sanitary.
- Performs light yard work and assists with maintenance of the building and grounds as needed; performs outside cleaning such as sweeping walkways, picking up trash, etc.
- Knows locations of all electrical, gas and water cut-off locations in assigned areas.
- Assists with preparing classrooms for closing and with closing of the buildings as directed.
- Utilizes effective energy practices such as cutting off lights in unoccupied spaces on a daily basis.
- Posts warnings/signs when persons should be notified of wet floors, wet paint, off-limits, etc.
- Operates housekeeping equipment and tools such as vacuum cleaners, mops, brooms, hand tools, cleaning tools, buffers, etc.
- Mixes and applies properly all chemicals and agents needed to perform housekeeping duties.
- Utilizes protective equipment as required.
- Attends SDS (Safety Data Sheets) and chemical use safety training.
- Wears required safety goggles, gloves, non-slip shoes and other protective equipment as needed based on the nature of assigned tasks.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Lexington County School District One Board policies. Must be able to access reliable transportation.
Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the school district that pertain to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Knowledge of school policies, procedures, and operations. Ability to demonstrate proper maintenance, safe operation, and utilization of equipment, materials, and supplies used in daily activities. Ability to maintain high standards of accuracy in exercising duties. Ability to anticipate work to be completed and to complete work without the need for direct supervision. Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee and student records and information. Ability to interact and communicate effectively and professionally with supervisors, co-workers, teachers, students, and the general public.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical exertion is frequently required to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Mechanical devices should be used for objects weighing over 50 pounds. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as furniture or boxes of materials.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, listen and/or reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision. Occasionally the position requires the employee to work irregular or extended hours. Duties of the job require frequent use of a computer monitor and related equipment.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment for this position varies. The noise level in this environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day.
Work is conducted primarily indoors with no significant exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Frequent contact with strong cleaning agents. Physical exertion is frequently required to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Mechanical devices should be used for objects weighing over 50 pounds. No travel is required.
RESPONSIBILITY:
Responsible for reporting equipment malfunctions. Responsible for following all safety requirements.
EVALUATION:
Performance of this job is evaluated annually according to Board Policy.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT:
The information contained in this job-description is intended for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) 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.
NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY:
Lexington County School District One is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all students, parents/legal guardians, staff, visitors, personnel and community members who participate or seek to participate in its programs or activities. Therefore, the district does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or any related medical conditions), color, disability, age, genetic information, national origin, or any other applicable status protected by local, state, or federal law.
The district will use the grievance procedures set forth in policy to process complaints based on alleged violations of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act of 1963; the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008; and Titles I and II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
