Job Description

JobID: 4996

Position Type:

Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian

Date Posted:

11/12/2025

Location:

Buffalo Community Middle School - 0068

Date Available:

As Agreed Upon

Closing Date:

11/17/25 or Until Filled

Schedule:

5 days / week (Monday - Friday), 4 hours / day, 12 months / year

Hours:

3:30pm - 7:30pm or as assigned (hours & break hours may vary)

Benefits & Pay Schedule:

According to Master Agreement

JOB SUMMARY

Provide custodial support for the District in order to provide a clean, safe and healthy learning environment for students and staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

:

80% Cleaning/Upkeep

+ Clean, scrub, mop, dust, vacuum or sweeps floors, stairs, classrooms, kitchens, gyms, locker rooms, libraries, offices, commons, hallways, restrooms and other designated areas.
+ Respond to emergency cleanup situations.
+ Keep the custodial/maintenance rooms clean and well maintained. Restock shelves with cleaning supplies.
+ Maintain building security: secure building, lock and unlock buildings, as necessary and perform other security tasks.
+ Detailed cleaning of all areas of building in summer months as directed.

5% Maintenance/Repair.
+ Perform routine preventative maintenance upkeep on equipment.
+ Perform minor repairs and maintenance.
+ Assist with major repairs and maintenance.
+ Monitor boiler operation and reports any concerns.

10% Set up/Take down
+ Set up, take down & clean up for events and other activities as directed.

4% Grounds
+ Perform basic grounds upkeep including shoveling snow, picking up garbage and keeping entrances clean and free of obstruction, as needed.

1% Meetings/Trainings
+ Attends meetings and trainings as assigned.
+ Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

WORK REQUIREMENTS AND CHARACTERISTICS

Education/Certification/Licensure Requirements:

+ High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

+ No previous custodial or other related experience required.

Essential Skills Required to Perform the Work:

+ Knowledge of proper cleaning techniques.
+ Ability to follow written and verbal instruction.
+ Ability to employ proper lifting techniques.
+ Basic computer skills.
+ Basic communication skills.
+ Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
+ Ability to meet deadlines.
+ Organizational and time management skills including prioritizing duties.
+ Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
+ Ability to safely work with cleaning products.
+ Ability to follow established routine with ability to vary sequence of duties as needed.
+ Ability to vary sequence of duties.
+ Basic mechanical repair abilities.
+ Basic knowledge of applicable district policies/procedures.

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Electronic Devices and Software Required:

+ Operates hand tools, pallet jack, desk/table movers and ladders.
+ Operates cleaning equipment including carpet cleaners and floor machines.
+ Operates computer, hand held radio and district phone system.

Supervision of Other Employees:

+ This position does not provide supervision or work direction to any other District employees.

Physical Job Requirements:

+ Position involves lifting, walking, pulling, stooping, climbing, crawling and kneeling.
+ Position involves extended periods of time on feet.
+ Position involves frequent lifting up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifts 75 - 100 pounds.
+ Position involves occasional climbing of ladders.
+ Position involves occasional repetitive motion & hand dexterity in performing tasks.
+ Position involves listening, speaking clearly and visual acuity.

Mental Job Requirements:

+ Position includes organizing and prioritizing tasks in order to meet strict deadlines.
+ Position involves attention to detail.
+ Position includes operating equipment that requires concentration.
+ Position includes handling multiple tasks at once while dealing with constant interruptions.
+ Position involves flexibility and a willingness to undertake a variety of tasks, sometimes from more than one person.
+ Position includes varying workload.
+ Position involves coordination of manual dexterity with visual attention (eye-hand coordination).

Working Conditions:

+ Position works around dirt, dust, chemicals and fumes.
+ Position involves occasional exposure to blood/bodily fluids.
+ Position involves occasional exposure to noise and extreme temperatures.
+ Position involves occasional exposure to heights, confined spaces and mechanical equipment/moving parts.
+ Position includes evening, night, and weekend hours.
+ Position may include overtime hours.

Job Outcomes:

+ Projects a positive, cooperative and respectful attitude with students, parents, other employees and community members.
+ Provides a clean, safe, comfortable environment that supports the educational activities and
+ programs of the District.
+ Helps to promote safety and prevent accidents.
+ Assists in securing building to prevent vandalism and theft.
+ Identifies and reports maintenance problems.

This description describes the general nature and work expected of an individual assigned to this position. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.



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APPLICATION PROCEDURE

:

Applicants interested in this position must complete an application online by visiting our district website at www.bhmschools.org.> District> Employment> Current Openings & Online Application

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Thank you,

Human Resources