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Custodian/Groundskeeper Chaska High SchoolAt Eastern Carver County Schools, we are committed to creating a school environment where everyone feels welcome, safe, and included, and where every child has access to the tools and opportunities they need to succeed. Eastern Carver County Schools' Building and Grounds Department is responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment for all students, staff and visitors. Our team provides daily support to maintain building systems and structures, service the grounds, provide custodial services, oversee construction and renovation projects, maintain compliance with building and fire codes, safety and environmental regulations, oversee security and fire alarm systems in all buildings.Position Start Date: ASAP Days/Hours: Monday - Friday; September through April (inside; custodian): 2:45pm - 11:15pm, May through August (outside; groundskeeper): 6:00am - 2:30pm Salary: $25.21/hr. + $0.40/hr. (shift differential when applicable) Responsible To: Custodial Supervisor/Head Custodian/District Maintenance SupervisorPosition Purpose: Under general supervision, perform cleaning and grounds keeping tasks utilizing various equipment to care for all the district facilities and grounds. You may be assigned to work at different buildings depending on the needs of the district.Major Job Functions/Specific Tasks:Performs regular custodial duties such as mopping, sweeping, dumping trash, cleaning glass, vacuuming, cleaning and disinfecting restrooms, changing light bulbs etc.Locks and un-locks doors in building according to scheduled activitiesSet-up and clean-up for special eventsShovels snow and / or removes ice as requiredPerforms exterior cleaning duties such as sweeping sidewalks, picking trash etc.Moves furniture and equipment as neededResponds to School Dude work ordersResponds to the needs of building occupants and usersPerforms grass cutting, landscape work, trimmingMaintains irrigation systemsPrepares fields for athletic eventsOperates plows, commercial mowers athletic field equipment etc.Performs daily assigned tasks such as delivers mail to office, puts out trash container and recycle cardboard cart, unlocks designated areas, and any other assigned dutiesAbility to recognize hazards and take safety precautions to eliminate them or report to supervisor for actionResponds to emergencies as neededOther duties as assignedKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Demonstrated personal dependability / regular attendanceAble to operate commercial grade equipment associated with custodial and grounds operationsDemonstrated mechanical aptitude and abilitiesConflict management skillsAbility to work positively with other building employees and GroupsKnowledge of standard tools, materials, methods and practices involved in building maintenance and groundsBasic computer skillsDemonstrated knowledge of established procedures for OSHA, Fire Marshal, and building maintenanceAble to follow oral and written directionsAble to read and understand Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)Communicates with students, parents, co-workers, supervisors, and the community in a positive and responsive way that is consistently welcoming and enhances effective work relationshipsDemonstrates an appreciation of diversity in all interactions and job functionsLifting/Carrying – Up to 10 lbs. Consistently – Up to 40 lbs. Frequently – Up to 75-100+ lbs. OccasionallyEvidence of an understanding of the school culture and environment, and a commitment to carrying out the vision, mission, and belief statements of Eastern Carver County SchoolsEducation / Certification Requirements:High school education or its GED equivalent.State of Minnesota driver's license with no restrictionsState of Minnesota Boilers License – Special Class "C" preferredOSHA Standard, Right To Know, Blood Borne Pathogens (provided upon hire)Electrical – Licensed Unlicensed certification preferredExperience Requirements:Previous experience in building maintenancePrevious experience in a commercial grounds setting preferredPrevious experience setting up and marking athletic fields preferredCompetencies and/or Values Common to All Positions:A clear and demonstrated commitment to the District mission, which is to ensure high quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected.Performing assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with the District's established Core Values.Advancing the District's mission and values through careful attention to the key issues of Learning, Environment and Resources.Physical Job Requirements:The physical job requirements described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the primary functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions.Key: N=Never O=Occasionally (1-33%) F=Frequently (34-66%) C=Consistently (67-100%)Physical Lifting/Carrying Exposure to Environ. Conditions Standing C Up to 10 pounds C Possible exposure to blood-borne Walking C Up to 25 pounds F pathogens through blood and/or body Sitting O Up to 50 pounds O fluids F Talking in person/on the phone O Up to 75 pounds O Toxic chemicals O Pushing/Pulling C Up to 100 pounds O Moving parts C Hearing C More than 100 pounds N Electrical shock risk O Feeling, grasping, finger dexterity O Noise Levels Explosives N Fumes O Stooping (bend at waist) C Moderate noise (i.e. business office Extreme cold (non-weather) N Crouching, crawling, kneeling, with typewriters/ printers, light traffic) F Extreme heat (non-weather) N Squatting F Loud noise (i.e. many children laughing Varying weather conditions F Stretching/reaching with hands & & playing, large earth moving Sight Arms F Equipment) O Vision for close work/ability to adjust Distinguishing smell O Very loud noise (i.e. jack hammer, front focus C Distinguishing temperature O row rock concert) O Looking at computer monitor O Traveling by automobile O Color vision (identify & distinguish colors) O Peripheral, depth perception ONote: Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the School Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

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