Utility Crew Custodian II

Reno NV

Description

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Utility Crew Custodian classification differs from the standard Custodian classification in that the former trains and evaluates new hire custodians in Process Cleaning for Health. Retrains district sites and their custodial staff in Process Cleaning for Health. Performs a number of regulated EPA and OSHA tasks, including hazardous material response, district wide lead removal, and gym floor finish application. Also, performs a number of other more complex and technical duties and tasks on a daily basis, not required of the Custodian classification. EXEMPLARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Performs specialized custodial responsibilities; supervises work of custodial new hire trainees; inspects trainees work for conformance to standards; orients, trains and evaluates trainees; recommends trainee personnel actions such as satisfactory completion of Process Cleaning for Health training. Maintains operational, training records and reports; inventories and maintains specialized utility crew custodial supplies and equipment; repairs and maintains specialized equipment for gyms, emergency response, etc. Provides Process Cleaning for Health retraining to Site Facility Coordinators, Lead Custodians, and Custodians. Sweeps, mops, scrubs, shampoos, and waxes floors, including surfaces of many types; repair and steam clean rugs and carpets; deep clean and sanitize restrooms, locker rooms, and performs other custodial tasks and duties as assigned. Physically performs OSHA Class III disturbances to asbestos containing building materials as directed in accordance with all applicable federal, state, local, and WCSD regulations. Must be fit tested for respirator for job requirements. Required to maintain and wear proper personal protective equipment for emergency response events. Move and assemble furniture and equipment. Perform minor maintenance such as replacing lights, painting small rooms or trim, removing and/or tagging broken furniture. May perform some outside maintenance, such as snow removal, mowing, picking up litter, etc. May be required to drive a district vehicle and tow a trailer. Upon hiring the candidate will need to provide a copy of their current driving record. Functions as acting Site Facility Coordinator and Lead Custodians at school sites as needed. Participates in intensive cleaning and restoration of District buildings during summer vacations and other periods; screens and applies gym finish to all district gyms; assists Capitol Projects with revitalization and construction remodel projects; paints interior and exterior walls; strips floors using power equipment; and seals and waxes floors. May be called upon on off-hours for district-wide school emergencies, such as burglaries, vandalism, fires, snow removal, equipment failures, flooding, etc. EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS Education/Experience: Any combination equivalent to education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be: One (1) to two (2) years of experience demonstrating reliability, responsibility and good work habits in custodial work or an equivalent combination of maintenance training and experience. Knowledge of: Reading, writing and basic arithmetic sufficient to perform job duties successfully; and cleaning materials, methods and equipment. Skill at: Understanding and carrying out verbal and written instructions; learning supplies, equipment, and prescribed methods of cleaning; performing strenuous physical work; working effectively under time limitations and without immediate supervision; working under occasional adverse environmental situations such as heat, cold, dust and fumes; climbing and working from ladders; working in high spaces on scissor lifts and lifts; making simple arithmetic calculations; and developing working relationships with those contacted in course or work; training new hires and retraining staff in a one-on-one environment. Special Requirements: Applicants may be required to pass a physical and a full-mask or half-mask respirator fit test. Under this requirement the employee may not be able to have certain facial hair, like a beard, long sideburns, or mustache that may interfere with the passing of the fit test. Certification: AHERA 16 Hour asbestos training may be required within the first 12 months of employment. Lead removal and lead awareness training may be required within the first 12 months of employment. Employer will provide training. THIS JOB SPECIFICATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO IMPLY THAT THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE STANDARDS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, AND TO PERFORM ANY OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THEIR SUPERVISOR.