Day Custodian I - 12 Month

Job Summary: Performs general cleaning duties, policing of restrooms, halls and grounds, minor maintenance, grounds and snow removal work, and responds to building staff needs to maintain the functioning of the building and its programs. Works independently with no direct custodial supervision. Assists school administrators during emergencies and participates in the execution of building fire drills.

Starting Hourly Rate: Grade 5, $18.61 - $29.28 DOE

Work Hours: 7.5 hours per day

Work year: 12 months

Retirement: State of Alaska PERS

Bargaining Unit: Education Support Staff Association (ESSA)

Job Qualifications/Requirements (please review job description for qualifications and duties of the position):

* High school education or GED equivalent.

* One (1) year heavy industrial, hospital, or school cleaning experience.

* Must have physical fitness, strength, agility, and stamina to work on ladders, scaffolding, and roofs; be able to lift at least 50 lbs. waist high, be on their feet for prolonged periods, and do light to medium manual tasks such as digging, snow shoveling and furniture moving in a safe manner.

* Knowledge of minor maintenance needed in Category I, with increasing knowledge of minor maintenance and building environmental systems needed in each higher category level.

* Must work well with others, including children, be self-motivated and have the ability to prioritize tasks in an efficient and logical order.

* Must be able to read, write, understand and follow written and oral instructions in English.

* Depending on specific duties and work locations, a valid State of Alaska driver's license may be required.

This position offers an excellent benefit package including:

* Accrued sick and personal leave

* Paid holidays

* Medical, dental, vision, and audio

* Retirement (PERS)

If there are ways we can support you in becoming a district employee, please email [email protected].