Grounds Custodian - Full Time at Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools in Buffalo, MN

Job description

Schedule: 5 days / week (Monday - Friday), 8 hours / day, 12 months / year Hours: 6:00am � 2:30pm or as assigned (hours & break hours may vary) Benefits & Pay Schedule: According to Master Agreement JOB SUMMARY : Provide custodial, grounds, and operational support for the District to provide a clean, safe, and healthy learning environment for students and staff. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Grounds & Outdoor Maintenance Maintain District grounds, including mowing, edging, trimming trees and shrubbery, weed control, debris removal, overseeding, and aerating. Clean sidewalks and steps. Remove snow and ice from walks, stairs, and parking lots. Maintain and prepare athletic fields. Operate and maintain irrigation systems. Operational Coverage & Specialist Responsibilities Assume responsibility for a building custodial operation in the absence of a building Head Engineer. Deliver District inter-office mail deliveries when required. Cleaning & Upkeep Clean, scrub, mop, dust, vacuum, or sweep floors, stairs, classrooms, kitchens, gyms, locker rooms, libraries, offices, commons, hallways, restrooms, and other designated areas. (While assuming the responsibilities for a Head Engineer) Respond to emergency cleanup situations. (While assuming the responsibilities for a Head Engineer) Keep District grounds/shops clean and well-maintained; restock shelves with supplies. Maintain building and grounds security: lock/unlock buildings as necessary and perform other security tasks. Assist with event setup. Program Responsibilities Assist in coordinating and overseeing daily completion of grounds activities. Monitor and execute work orders based on timing of need, facility use, and personnel schedules. Ensure that all safety standards are met. Submit requests for repair of equipment after troubleshooting or attempting repair. 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. Special Class Boiler's License within 12 months of hire. Valid driver's license. Experience: Previous grounds and/or custodial or other related experience preferred. Essential Skills Required to Perform the Work: Knowledge of proper lawn care, trimming, and marking of athletic fields. Knowledge of snow proper removal techniques. Knowledge of proper cleaning techniques. Ability to properly operate and maintain buildings and grounds equipment and tools. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to employ proper lifting techniques. Ability to manage email, work order system software, and HVAC system software. Ability to effectively communicate in written and oral formats with District staff and community members. Organizational and time management skills including prioritizing duties to meet deadlines. Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job. Ability to safely work with cleaning and grounds products. Ability to follow all health and safety practices. Ability to follow established routine with ability to vary sequence of duties as needed. Basic mechanical repair abilities. Knowledge of applicable district policies/procedures. Machines, Tools, Equipment, Electronic Devices and Software Required: Operates grounds equipment including snow removal and lawn maintenance equipment. Operates hand tools, pallet jack, desk/table movers and ladders. Operates computer, hand held radio, and district phone system. Operates work order system software. Operates HVAC system software. Supervision of Other Employees: This position provides supervision and work direction to building custodial staff when performing the duties of the building Head Engineer in their absence. At all other times, the position does not provide direct supervision to other District employees. Physical Job Requirements: Position involves lifting, walking, pulling, stooping, climbing, crawling an