STOW-MUNROE FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

 

 

Title:                    TEMPORARY OR SEASONAL WORKER                                                                   File 608

 

Reports to:          Custodial/Maintenance Supervisor and/or assigned supervisor

 

Job Objective:     Performs a variety of assigned maintenance, custodial, cleaning, and/or grounds keeping duties.

 

                            Note: Assignments are non-binding.  Duties may change without prior notice to address unexpected situations or pressing district needs.

 

Minimum         ·   High school diploma is preferred.

Qualifications:  ·   Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.).

• An acceptable score on a written pre-employment test may be required.
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Self-directed, congenial disposition, and strong diplomacy skills.
• Ability to read, understand, and comply with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
• Basic skill in maintenance and repair procedures may be required for some positions.
• Ability to operate custodial or grounds keeping equipment may be required for some positions.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet all prerequisite and ongoing qualifications to be covered by the district’s insurance carrier may be required for some positions.
• Ability to physically manage bulk products and heavy unwieldy equipment.

 

Essential          ·   Checks with the assigned supervisor to verify work schedules and assignments.  Receives

Functions:           instructions. Carefully follows directions.  Clarifies expectations and addresses questions/concerns.  Takes the initiative to perform routine tasks independently. 

• Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines/procedures.  Promotes a professional image of the school district.
• Promotes effective communications and assistance.  Uses problem-solving techniques to tactfully address questions/concerns.  Refers district policy/procedure questions to administrators.
• Informs the supervisor when leaving the job site during working hours.
• Learns the correct operating procedure for all equipment associated with work assignments.
• Maintains orderly work areas.  Maintains clear routes for emergency egress.
• Helps with the receipt of deliveries.  Complies with safety and environmental regulations.  Ensures that supplies are labeled and stored safely.
• Ensures that all supplies, materials, and equipment used during work assignments are stored properly.  Requests additional supplies as needed to maintain reliable service levels.  Seeks advice when uncertain about product use and/or disposal procedures.  Ensures that products are not transferred or stored in unlabeled containers.
• Assists with the pick-up and delivery of equipment, materials, and other supplies as directed.
• Performs custodial/maintenance activities when properly qualified by formal training, prior work experience, or under direct supervision.  Note: A supervisor must inspect all repairs to ensure compliance with applicable building codes and ADA accessibility guidelines.
• Performs routine grounds keeping activities (e.g., mows grass, trims trees/shrubs, picks up litter, removes graffiti, equipment malfunctions, etc.).  Maintains playground areas and equipment as directed.
• Removes trash.  Mops, strips, and waxes floors.  Vacuums and power cleans carpets.  Sanitizes and re-supplies toilet rooms.  Cleans lockers.  Washes fixtures, walls, and windows.  Dusts and polishes furniture/woodwork.  Replaces light bulbs.
• Cleans, moves, and arranges furnishings, supplies, and equipment as directed.
• Applies paint, stain, varnish, or other surface treatments as directed.
• Cleans up chemicals, solvents, blood, body fluids and/or body tissues only when properly trained.
• Participates in occupational safety and health training programs as directed.
• Documents all injuries that require medical attention.
• Prepares and submits reports, records, and inventories as directed.
• Checks daily schedule to find out if a school activity requires preparation or clean up.
• Assists other staff as needed to deal with unexpected or urgent situations.
• Monitors building conditions.  Reports suspected problems and/or unsafe conditions (e.g., unusual odors, discolorations, noises, leaks, etc.).

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• Takes appropriate action to protect district property.  Ensures that assigned buildings and job sites are secured at the end of the day.  Responds to emergencies as needed.
• Helps manage district security.  Assists rental groups as directed.  Directs visitors to the office.
• Reports vandalism, graffiti, equipment malfunctions, and other related concerns.
• Takes precautions to ensure safety.  Monitors situations that may indicate a problem.  Works with staff to manage or eliminate risk factors.
• Respects personal privacy.  Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.
• Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.
• Maintains a professional appearance.  Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

 

Abilities               The following personal characteristics and skills are important for the successful performance

Required:             of assigned duties.

 

• Acknowledges personal accountability for decisions and conduct.
• Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work/learning environment.
• Effectively uses listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
• Performs duties efficiently.  Strives to meet deadlines.
• Reacts productively to interruptions and changing conditions.

 

Working               To promote safety, employees are expected to exercise caution and comply with safety regulations

Conditions:          and district policies/procedures when involved in the following situations/conditions.

 

• Balancing, bending, climbing, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and/or standing.
• Exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes.
• Exposure to air-borne particulates, chemical irritants, combustible materials, electrical hazards, equipment vibrations, noises, and odors.  Exposure to wet and/or slippery surfaces.
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
• Interactions with aggressive, disruptive, and/or unruly individuals.
• Operating and/or riding in a vehicle.  Working near active vehicular traffic.
• Lifting, carrying, and moving work-related supplies/equipment.
• Traveling to meetings and work assignments.
• Working at various heights, in confined spaces, and/or in variable/diminished lighting.
• Working in proximity to moving mechanical parts.

 

Performance        Job performance is evaluated according to policy provisions and contractual agreements adopted

Evaluation:          by the Stow-Munroe Falls City School District Board of Education.

 

                            The Stow-Munroe Falls City School District Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer.  This job description identifies general responsibilities and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties performed.  This document is subject to change in response to student demographics, staffing factors, funding variables, modified operating procedures, and other unforeseen events.