Buchanan Community Schools:
Substitute Custodian (full-time sub, 2nd shift)

Buchanan Community Schools is welcoming applicants for 1 to 2 positions available - Substitute Custodian (full-time, 2nd shift position). Custodians perform tasks related to the cleaning and maintenance of various buildings and their surroundings and to create a safe and clean environment for students and staff.

Essential duties and responsibilities: Other duties appropriate to the position may be assigned

Full-Time (Sub)Position (Fill-in and/or supports current staff on their daily route, 2nd shift)
Sweeps or shovels snow from steps, ramps, and walks at building entrances and salts icy steps and walks as necessary
cleans and preserves designated spaces, equipment, etc. in the building
Assists visiting public utilizing the facilities with directions within the building or in obtaining and setting up needed equipment and/or material
Restocks disposable items and provides supervisor with inventory usage and data
Assists in maintaining safe working conditions for all employees in the building and on the grounds
Performs any immediate custodial needs requested by the building administrator
Assists in other assignments of an unusual or emergency nature when needed to insure the District’s ability to operate
Maintains the equipment pertinent to custodial duties in satisfactory working conditions
Assists in the unloading and distribution of materials
Works with other custodians and personnel cooperatively
Sweeps, mops, and scrubs floors and other surfaces
Cleans, renovates, and renews floor surface finishes
Cleans and dusts furniture, exhibit cases, fixtures, windows, doors, trim, and related furnishings
Cleans chalkboards/whiteboards, chalk rails, and erasers
Washes/cleans light fixtures
Replaces light bulbs/tubes as necessary
Painting
Moves furniture, supplies, and miscellaneous equipment
Collects, bags, and disposes of trash
Locks doors and windows to classrooms and offices at end of day
Turns off unnecessary lighting
Cleans and services lavatories, toilet rooms, and locker rooms
Washes all interior and exterior glass including framed pictures, partitions, and doors
Reports items that require repair
Follows written work schedule
Coordinates work with lead Operations Utility Coordinator and Operations Supervisor
Guards property against fire, theft, and illegal entry; maintain building security each school day
Ability to work from ladders and/or scaffolding
Maintains and operates all equipment necessary to perform assigned tasks
Vacuums, spot cleans, and extracts carpet as necessary
Performs all assigned duties in a manner in which contributes to the safety and wellbeing of the students, staff and buildings
Performs all custodial/operations duties assigned by supervisors
Any other duties or responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the administration
The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or nonprescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout their employment in the District

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Qualification Requirements: 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) preferred
Language Skills
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, students, or other employees of the organization
Mathematical Skills
- Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers
Reasoning Ability
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but basic written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
Other Skills and Abilities
- Ability to work in a friendly manner with co-workers and students; able to effectively take direction and work both independently and as a member of a team; ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies; ability to handle complex and stressful issues or situations with sound judgment, common sense, and a calm demeanor; impeccable character, sense of humor, and compassion for students, families, and district staff; good communication skills; punctual and rarely absent work habits

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 frequently required to walk and continuously required to stand. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and waist while performing the duties of this job. The employee is required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp items. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and depth perception and peripheral vision and color vision.

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 function.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works indoors and will occasionally work outdoors, occasionally works in temperatures above 100 degrees, occasionally will walk on slippery surfaces as well as occasionally work with toxic or caustic chemicals such as petroleum products, degreasers, and sprays. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Preferred: Custodial Experience preferred

Position Details:

Title: Custodian - full-time sub, 2nd shift
Reports to: Custodial Supervisor
Starting date: ASAP
Calendar: Sub full-time, 2nd shift, Up to 8 hours/day (Start time 2:30 pm)
Compensation: $15.60/hour
Posting date: 3-5-2025
Application deadline: Until filled

Application and supporting materials should be submitted using
Buchanan Community Schools’ online employment link:
http://www.buchananschools.com/employment/

Questions about the position or the district can be sent to Mr. Kurland at:
mkurland@buchananschools.com

BUCHANAN BOARD OF EDUCATION
STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE OF COMPLIANCE WITH FEDERAL LAW

Buchanan Community Schools complies with all federal laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and with all requirements and regulations of the U.S. Department of Education. It is the policy of the Board of Education that no person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, gender/sex, height, weight, marital status, or disability shall be subjected to discrimination in any program, service, or activity for which it is responsible or for which it receives financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education. Compliance Officers for Affirmative Action and review of Federal requirements are as follows: Section 504 and ADA; Karin Falkenstein (Special Education Supervisor, 695-8442), Title IX and Title VI; Brian Pruett (Buchanan High School Principal, 695-8404) and Shelby Beasley (Buchanan Middle School Principal, 695-8406).

Custodian Substitute