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Job Title:  Custodian

Duties

  1. Dust mopping and wet mopping classroom floors, lockers and hallways.

  2. Vacuuming rugs and carpeted floors.

  3. Move furniture including chairs, tables, and desks.

  4. Change light bulbs.

  5. Empty trash and carry to dumpsters

  6. Service, clean and supply restrooms.

  7. Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.

  8. Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.

  9. Monitor building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours and checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.

  10. Keeps building and premises, including sidewalks, driveways, athletic fields and play areas neat and clean at all times.

  11. Regulates heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide temperatures appropriate to the season and to insure economical usage of fuel, water and electricity.

  12. Helps to remove snow where appropriate.

  13. Checks daily to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly.

  14. Surveys classrooms daily and dusts and polishes appropriate furniture, files, bookcases, and window sills.

  15. Move heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks.

  16. Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.

  17. Dust furniture, walls, machines, and equipment.

  18. Cleans corridors daily.

  19. Scrubs, mops, and disinfects toilet floors daily, and cleans all sanitary fixtures and drinking fountains daily.

  20. Washes all windows on the inside and those that can be reached on the outside at least once each year and more frequently if necessary. Windows where the public enters should be cleaned weekly if there is a need.

  21. Helps keep grounds free of rubbish.

  22. Cleans chalkboards/marker boards and trays.

  23. Report any major repairs needed to your building principal (first), maintenance supervisor, or the administrative assistant.

  24. Cleans and mops the cafeteria floor and kitchen floor.

  25. At least twice a year cafeteria chairs, tables, and benches will be given a thorough cleaning.

  26. Moves furniture or equipment within buildings as required for various activities as directed by the principal.

  27. Remove snow from sidewalks and spread snow melting chemicals.

  28. Prepare athletic fields and/or courts for practices and contests.

  29. Requisition supplies and equipment needed for cleaning

  30. Set up, arrange, and remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, and scaffolding to prepare facilities for events such as banquets and meetings.

  31. Complies with local laws and procedures for the storage and disposal of trash, rubbish, and waste.

  32. Performs emergency repairs and/or cleaning services as needed.

  33. Keeps storage rooms neat and orderly. Dispose of all cardboard.

  34. Performs other duties as may be assigned by administration.

Qualifications

  1. High School diploma or equivalent required.

  2. Must possess a valid driver’s license.

  3. General knowledge of cleaning supplies and equipment.

  4. Ability to understand and follow basic oral and written instructions.

  5. Ability to be on your feet for long periods of time.

  6. Enforce school regulations and policies in a professional manner.

  7. Ability to maintain good working relationships with fellow employees and pupils.

  8. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

  9. Must be able to carry up to 35 lbs.

  10. Requires employees to have the ability to push/pull up to 26 lbs.

Salary/Benefits

Salary is based on the established salary schedule

Additional Notes

2nd Shift (3:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.)

This position is responsible for providing an atmosphere that is conducive to the learning situation, maintaining high standards of cleanliness, and doing preventive maintenance on items of equipment.

Hours may vary based on school district needs.  Shifts will be assigned by administration and/or supervisor. Overtime is required when requested.

How to Apply

Applications and resumes can be submitted using the following link:  applitrack.com/mvths/onlineapp/

Email Address

jtimmons@mvths.org

School District

Mt. Vernon Township High School

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Job Posting Date

4/10/2024

Application Deadline

4/30/2024

Start Date

5/21/2024

MVTHS is looking to build our subs in the Operations and Cafeteria Department.  There are immediate openings as a Temporary Custodian 2nd shift.

Sub Custodian

Duties

The duties required of a custodian include replenishing stock in bathrooms, cleaning restrooms, gathering and emptying trash, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, monitoring building safety and security, and dusting. Keeping district facilities as clean and tidy as possible is the overall responsibility of a custodian. They should be prepared to do things like moving heavy furniture to reach corners, cracks and crevices of covered parts of the room.

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED, basic computer skills and custodial experience preferred. Good communication skills and a valid driver’s license are required.

Salary/Benefits

Salary is based on the established salary schedule

How to Apply

Applications and resumes can be submitted using the following link:  applitrack.com/mvths/onlineapp/

School District

http://www.mvths.org

Application Deadline

08/09/2023

Start Date

ASAP

Sub Groundskeeper

Duties

  • Mows, weed eats, edges, aerates, and re-seeds district’s lawns. Trims shrubs, hedges, and trees.  Hoes, weeds and rakes lawns.  Operates and cleans power riding lawn mowers, power blowers, common trucks, and other motorized equipment requiring similar skill.

  • Assists with preparation of sports fields. Mows, grooms, paints, and lines athletic and public use play fields to comply with pre-set dimensions.

  • Cleans fields and facilities following events. Performs general grounds clean-up including picking up paper and trash on grounds areas.  Performs building maintenance and cleaning duties of athletic facilities.

  • Plants and cultivates trees, grass, flowers, and shrubs. Sprays for control of insects, weeds, and plant diseases. 

  • Checks services, and assists in installation of sprinkler irrigation systems. Sets and operates sprinkler clocks to water lawns and fields.

  • Keeps building and premises, including sidewalks, driveways, play areas and athletic fields neat and clean at all times.

  • Helps keep grounds free of rubbish.

  • Helps to remove snow where appropriate.

  • Assists in the establishment of environmental safe programs and institute natural resource conservation measures where feasible.

  • Assumes responsibility for testing, operation, maintenance, and winter evacuation of all District in-ground irrigation systems.

  • Assists in providing an inventory of all grounds maintenance supplies and equipment.

  • Cleans, inspects, repairs, or replaces all grounds equipment in inventory for the next turf grass season and as needed.

  • Primary contact with outside contractual grounds service companies for the district.

  • Reports any major repairs needed to the Principal, or the Superintendent.

  • Complies with local laws and procedures for the storage and disposal of trash, rubbish, and waste.

  • Performs emergency repairs and/or cleaning services as needed.

  • Assists with moving furniture or equipment within building or between buildings as required for various activities as directed by the Principal.

  • Assists with performing other janitorial duties as necessary.

  • Keeps storage rooms neat and orderly. Dispose of all cardboard.

  • Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Principal and Superintendent.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.

  • General knowledge of lawn and cleaning supplies and equipment.

  • Establish and maintain effective and courteous working relationships with those contacted in the course of work (students, parents, & staff).

  • Ability to understand and follow basic oral and written instructions.

  • Enforce school regulations and policies in a professional manner.

  • Ability to be on your feet for long periods of time.

  • Ability to stand, sit, reach, bend and twist body.

  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

  • Must be able to carry up to 35 lbs.

  • Requires employee to have the ability to push/pull up to 35 lbs.

Salary/Benefits

Salary based off of negotiated agreement

Additional Notes

This position is responsible for performing a variety of work involving grounds and landscape maintenance of public access grounds, gardens, sports fields, and gymnasiums. 

The work hours for this position are from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.  The schedule is subject to change with district demands.  Overtime is required when requested.

How to Apply

Applications, letters of interest and resumes can be submitted using the following link: https://www.applitrack.com/mvths/onlineapp/

Job Posting Date

8/9/2023

Application Deadline

08/25/2023

Start Date

ASAP

Substitute Cook

Duties:

Projects or programs funded in whole or in part with Federal grant money must credit the Federal government for the Federal government's portion of the financial support. This citation informs the public that the use of Federal dollars. Staff development opportunities, resource purchases and personnel have been funded in whole or in part with Federal dollars.

Qualifications:

1. High School diploma or GED.

2. Ability to lift 50 pounds and ability to stand for long periods of time.

3. Prefer applicants who can establish and maintain good rapport with students, staff, and community

4.  Current Illinois Food Service Sanitation Certificate or Food Handler Certificate preferred but not required.

5. Two year experience in a food service establishment or school cafeteria is preferred.

6. Ability to adapt to a fast paced environment and participate as part of a food service team.

7. Computer experience and retail/cash experience is desirable.

ILEARN Link: ILEARN

Report Card Link: District Report Card

Job Posting Date:08/24/2020

Application Deadline:

Start Date:

How to Apply:

Applications, letters of interest and resumes can be submitted using the following link: https://www.applitrack.com/mvths/onlineapp/