MESD recognizes that diverse classrooms and workplaces offer the richest learning opportunities. MESD is committed to a policy of equality in our employment practices. All employees will be treated fairly at all times and without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, veteran or marital status, source of income, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or the presence of any sensory, physical, psychological or learning disability, and all other bases prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

We offer a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Rx plan, flex spending accounts, employee assistance program (EAP), paid holidays, basic & voluntary life insurance, STD/LTD & employer-paid contribution into PERS (Oregon Public Employees Retirement System). We support our employees’ continued education through our Tuition Reimbursement Program.

Per OAR 333-019-1030, MESD is requiring all newly hired employees to be fully vaccinated.

This position is year-round with a $0.60/hour swing shift differential

REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Facility Services

POSITION PURPOSE:

Contributes to the appearance and operations of the school or other district facilities by cleaning and maintaining assigned buildings, and performing maintenance and operations duties. MESD custodians are an integral part of maintaining safe, clean, and healthy environments for our students and staff. Shift hours are 3:00pm - 11:30pm during the school year (approximately August 15 - June 15). Building assignments are located throughout Multnomah County and are subject to change

NATURE & SCOPE:

This position is subject to board policies, administrative rules and procedures, department regulations and applicable State and Federal statutes. This position carries no administrative authority or responsibility.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

Positions assigned to the Custodian I classification are distinguished from the Custodian II classification by job duties which may include cleaning floors, restrooms, or windows; replacing lights and doing light maintenance; moving supplies and setting up chairs; and operating building security, heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Cleans lavatories, including toilets and sinks, washes mirrors, walls and dispensers to ensure proper sanitary conditions and good appearance. Checks and fills towel, soap, and sanitary napkin dispensers.
• Empties and cleans wastebaskets and disposes of waste.
• Sweeps, vacuums, mops, buffs and waxes tile floors, carpets and walkways.
• Washes windows and glass throughout the facility to assure good appearance and visibility.
• Cleans assigned classroom desks, sinks and countertops according to established procedures.
• Washes, vacuums, and dusts furniture, drinking fountains, window sills, fixtures, baseboards, chalkboards and the like.
• Operates, monitors and reports irregularities in the operation of security, heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.
• Secures building according to building policy at close of shift.
• Replaces light bulbs and fluorescent tubes as needed.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assists with room setups and moves furniture, equipment, etc. as needed.
• Provides assistance to other custodians and school staff, as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed primarily within an office building or school building. The work involves physical ability in cleaning and occasional lifting of objects in excess of 60 lbs. Employees are exposed to cleaning chemicals and light machines such as vacuum cleaners.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of effective cleaning practices, procedures and equipment
• Ability to communicate effectively with other employees and students using tact, courtesy and good judgment.
• Ability to work with accuracy and attention to detail to meet deadlines.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, and procedures.
• Ability to operate standard cleaning equipment such as vacuums and hand cleaning tools.
• Ability to physically perform assigned duties.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High School diploma, or G.E.D., and six months of general building cleaning experience; or any combination of education and experience which would provide the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge and ability required to perform the job.