Summary of Position
The position of School Custodian is responsible for those activities involved with routine cleaning of assigned
classrooms within the scheduled time and general maintenance. This is a nonexempt position.
Accountability
Reports to the Lead Custodian
Core Responsibilities
• Supports and models the Catholic Mission and the Native American Culture that are the foundations of
St. Joseph’s Indian School.
• Promotes a reclaiming environment for all students through the Circle of Courage.
Responsibilities
1. Performs routine cleaning, maintenance and assigned duties during the scheduled classroom cleaning
time. Including servicing, cleaning, sanitizing, stocking restrooms and specific duties for that classroom.
2. During the Summer and Holiday Breaks performs heavy cleaning – i.e., carpet shampooing, floor
stripping/waxing, washing walls.
3. Assists with set-up, removal, and follow up cleaning of equipment/furniture that are required for
meetings, programs, and special events.
4. Request supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
5. Reports any serious damage, vandalism and potentially dangerous conditions to the Lead Custodian
and the office/classroom occupant.
6. Monitors building security and safety by locking and checking doors after operating hours and checking
electrical appliance use to ensure hazards are not created.
7. Requests repair work through the Service Request System.
8. Complies with all safety and health requirements, whether established by management or by Federal,
State or Local Laws.
9. Enhances professional knowledge by attending job-related workshops as directed by the Lead
Custodian.
10. Respects the privacy of material present in individual classrooms and refrains from handling or reading
private material to avoid accidental violations of confidentiality.
11. Performs other responsibilities as assigned by the Lead Custodian.
Qualifications
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid SD Driver’s License
Physical Demands
• Must be able to exert up to 60 lbs. of force occasionally
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects of up to 30 lbs. frequently.
• Regularly bends, stoops, crouches, and climbs stairs.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods.
• Must have the capability to apply oneself physically over long periods of time.
• Uses the abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly over time without
becoming fatigued.
Expectations of Hours Worked
• 40 hours per week – No Weekends
• Operation Times: 8:00am to 4:30pm
• Will have a schedule to follow for Classroom Cleaning Times