Cleaning and Maintenance:
* Cleaning: This is the core function, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, cleaning restrooms, emptying trash receptacles, and cleaning windows and mirrors. This may extend to cleaning specialized areas like gyms, cafeterias, libraries, and labs, often requiring specialized cleaning agents and equipment.
* Minor Repairs: Fixing leaky faucets, replacing light bulbs, unclogging drains, patching holes in walls, and making other minor repairs to maintain the building's functionality and safety. Larger repairs are usually handled by maintenance staff or contractors.
* Groundskeeping: This might include mowing lawns, weeding flowerbeds, raking leaves, shoveling snow, and maintaining the overall appearance of the school grounds, depending on the custodian's role and the school's setup.
* Pest Control: Monitoring for and reporting pest infestations (insects, rodents) and potentially implementing preventative measures.
* Security: Locking and unlocking doors and windows, monitoring the building for security breaches, and reporting any suspicious activity.
Safety and Security:
* Safety Inspections: Regularly checking for safety hazards (e.g., broken equipment, tripping hazards, fire hazards) and reporting them to appropriate personnel.
* Emergency Procedures: Being familiar with and participating in emergency procedures (e.g., fire drills, lockdown drills).
* Security Systems: Monitoring security systems (alarms, cameras) and responding to alerts.
Other Duties:
* Inventory Management: Maintaining an inventory of supplies and equipment.
* Supply Ordering: Ordering cleaning supplies, maintenance materials, and other necessary items.
* Furniture and Equipment Movement: Moving furniture and equipment as needed, for example, setting up rooms for events.
* Room Setup/Take Down: Preparing classrooms and other spaces for activities and events.
* Communication: Communicating with school staff, administrators, and maintenance personnel about issues and needs.
* Record Keeping: Maintaining logs of completed tasks, repairs, and other relevant information.
It's crucial to note that some custodians might specialize in certain areas, such as groundskeeping, while others have a more general role encompassing all of the above. Larger schools might have a team of custodians with different responsibilities, while smaller schools may rely on a single custodian to handle everything.