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Custodian I Temp - 25-26 School Year
Sherwood Middle School
8 hrs/day - 1.0 FTE
10:00am - 6:30pm
Position Start Date: TBD (Upon Hire) through June 30, 2026
260 Day Work Calendar
TITLE: Custodian I — Elementary, Middle and High School Custodian, District Office Custodian
REPORTS TO: Building Administrator, Director of Facilities and Operations or Designee
PURPOSE
Perform a variety of tasks involving general care of buildings and grounds. Work involves the cleaning, repairing, and maintenance of school buildings and grounds. Primary responsibility is to provide students and staff with a safe, attractive, comfortable, clean and efficient place in which to work, learn, play and develop. Maintain the school building in a condition of operating excellence so that full educational use of it may be made at all times.
This is the entry level class within the Custodian series. Positions at this level typically perform similar duties as the Head Custodian, but are not expected to perform with the same independence, judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making on matters relating to established procedures and methods and are also distinguished by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receive supervision from Administrator and may receive guidance and direction from the Director of Facilities and Operations or Head Custodian or Lead Custodian. Exercises no supervision.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform successfully in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
Possess a thorough working knowledge of custodial work, including the use of cleaning methods and materials and the use of equipment
Minimum three years of experience in work relating to the care and maintenance of buildings and grounds
Ability to work with minimal supervision in performance of duties
Ability to lift 50 lbs
Willingness to attend workshops and training sessions on cleaning materials and methods
Knowledge and ability to locate and read MSD sheets within buildings
Ability to perform basic computer skills
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written communication
General construction or maintenance experience preferred
Ability to work harmoniously and communicate with students, parents and school personnel from diverse cultures or backgrounds
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Knowledge of modern cleaning methods and techniques
Follow a schedule developed with supervisor
Ability to use cleaning materials and equipment with skill and efficiency
Participate in the general cleaning, including such things as washing windows and doors; sweeping, mopping, scrubbing and waxing floors; cleaning and vacuuming carpets
Set up and take down chairs, bleachers, and equipment for concerts, games and assemblies
Assume responsibility for the general security and safety of the building
Submit work orders as needed
Dust and clean classrooms, offices and community spaces. Clean sinks, toilets and other related equipment in restrooms and locker rooms, and replenish supplies as needed
Assure that school grounds are well maintained
Set up and clean cafeteria
Maintain inventory of supplies and order supplies when needed from Maintenance Department
Perform minor repairs and maintenance as required
Keep building and premises, including sidewalks, driveways, and play areas neat and clean at all times
Insure that energy practices are in use
Immediately report any damage to school property to Director of Facilities and Operations
This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an inclusive list of all of the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements, the administration reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary that still reflect the essential functions of the department.
WORKPLACE EXPECTATIONS
Work effectively with and respond to people from diverse cultures or backgrounds
Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean and appropriate manner for the assignment and work setting.
Have regular and punctual attendance
Confer regularly with immediate supervisor
Follow all district policies, work procedures and reasonable requests by proper authority
Maintain the integrity of confidential information relating to a student, family, colleague or district patron
EVALUATION
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between Sherwood School District 88J and Oregon School Employees Association Chapter #103.
ADA REQUIREMENTS FOR ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear
The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stand and stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl or climb stairs
The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance and smell
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally more than 50 pounds with assistance
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision
Demonstrate strength and dexterity to operate cleaning tools
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Sherwood School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, parental or marital status, age, or genetic information. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA). Disabled persons may contact Human Resources at (503) 825-5000 for additional information or assistance. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the District for assistance through the Oregon Relay at (800) 735-2900