Substitute Custodial Assistant
$49,878,400–$56,201,600 year
On-siteVancouver, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Perform assigned cleaning tasks in restrooms, cafeterias, and classrooms, including emptying trash and refilling dispensers while safely using power tools and hazardous chemicals. Inspect buildings and grounds for safety issues, make temporary emergency repairs, and write work orders for further fixes. Operate HVAC systems where swing shift staff are unavailable and prepare facilities for after-school activities by setting up furniture and securing the building. Serve as a positive role model for students, treat all individuals with dignity, and perform duties of head custodian when necessary. Maintain confidentiality and work flexibly to meet district needs.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience as a custodian or other related experience which demonstrates strong knowledge of cleaning techniques, materials and equipment
- Successful completion of Vancouver Public Schools Standard Operating Procedures training regarding cleaning procedures and chemical use and safety
- Good mechanical aptitude, with the ability to learn to maintain the specific HVAC and other systems of the assigned school
- Maintain WISHA approved first aid certification
- Current ISSAS (International Sanitary Supply Association Standards) district training and certification
- Ability to work flexible hours when necessary
- Ability to communicate readily and effectively with district wide staff, students and parents and community resource individuals using all communication modes
- Ability to sustain poise and confidence in managing emotional and difficult situations
- Self motivated, with good organizational skills
- Ability to read and handle large quantities of paperwork
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements
- Ability to spend most of the work day standing, lifting, and walking
- Ability to bend and move well enough to mop floors
- Ability to lift up to 1/3 of your body weight up to 60 pounds
- Ability to climb ladders to change light bulbs and do other tasks
- Ability to communicate with a variety of people, in person, electronically, in writing, and over the phone and/or radio
- Ability to see well enough to inspect cleanliness of work areas
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