Position Type:
Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian

Date Posted:
9/1/2020

Location:
Maintenance

Date Available:
Immediately

Substitute Custodian Openings

Live, work and play in one of the best learning communities in Montana. The Helena Public Schools is accepting applications for substitute custodians. These positions are a part of a team of 70 serving our 8,000 students across 17 campuses. The work of successful applicants is a critical link to our growing education community, our students and to the ongoing development of future generations

These positions have flexible work days and work hours. Duties include but are not limited to: cleaning and preserving designated areas in the school buildings and assisting with seasonal grounds work. Modern equipment, efficient processes and great team training add to the flexibility and fun of the positions.

To become part of this exciting team dedicated to the facilities of the Helena Public Schools, you must have a high school diploma; 1 to 3 months experience or training; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by the district.

Current entry level salary is $14.15 per hour. On average, substitute employees work up to 30 hours per week.

Promotional and permanent opportunities are regularly available to apply for within the District and include health insurance benefits, retirement, vacation and sick leave after a probationary period. The Helena Public Schools are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

The District reviews applications weekly. Please complete an online application including a cover letter and resume. Applications accepted immediately . These positions will remain open until filled.

District application is available online at https://helenaschools.org/departments/humanresources/helena-school-district-employment/
Helena Public Schools
Human Resource Service Office
55 South Rodney Street
Helena, Montana 59601
Phone: (406) 324-2011
e-mail: personneloffice@helenaschools.org

Helena Public Schools

Position Description

Job Title: Substitute Building Maintenance/Custodian

Department: Maintenance

Reports To: Building Administrator and/or Custodial Supervisor

Prepared Date: Spring 2016

SUMMARY : Keeps the district's buildings in such a state of operating excellence that they present no problems or interruptions to the educational program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Assists in maintaining seasonal grounds work (snow, lawn) etc.

Cleans and preserves designated spaces, equipment etc. in the building.

Restocks disposable items and assists with inventory control.

Performs ongoing preventative maintenance and minor repair on plumbing, custodial equipment, building structure and hardware.

Performs minor electrical maintenance and repairs.

Performs light maintenance as needed.

Assists the visiting public utilizing school facilities with directions within the building and in obtaining and setting up needed equipment and/or materials.

Maintains building and grounds security by closing the building each school day and during special events, if needed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :

None

QUALIFICATIONS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE :

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one to three months' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience as determined by the District.

LANGUAGE SKILLS :

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before small groups or employees of the District.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS :

Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

REASONING ABILITY :

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS :

None

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES :

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and reach forward. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp tools and climb onto ladders. The employee frequently will bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this position.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds such as cleaning supplies, pails and unloading trucks. Occasionally the employee will lift and/or move up to 100 pounds such as bulk furniture. The employees will sometimes push/pull items such as tables, bleachers, and scrubbing machines. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works indoors and will occasionally work outdoors. The employee will regularly work near or with moving mechanical parts and equipment. The employee may occasionally be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals such as petroleum products, degreasers, and sprays. The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The information contained in this position description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.