Custodian Cincinnati Performance Academy

Job title	Custodian	Classification	Non-Exempt
Reports to	Principal	Organization Unit	Custodial
Approved by	Human Resources	Effective date	5/13/2025

Job purpose
Performance Academies seeks a dedicated, and dependable custodian to join our team. Custodians perform maintenance duties, including dusting, mopping, finishing and buffing floors, vacuuming carpets, cleaning and restocking restrooms, cleaning halls and classrooms.
Domain A - Quality

• Responsible for maintaining and ensuring that the building is neat and clean at all times.
• Perform work in an acceptable manner.
• Restrooms cleanliness.
• Carpet/Floor cleanliness.
• Minor repairs

Domain B - Time Management

• Keeps adequate custodial supplies on hand and current on supply orders.
• Completes work in a reasonable time.
• Knows the task to be completed and is organized.

Domain C - Attitude

• Learns and applies new ideas and techniques.
• Shows interest in work.
• Accepts responsibility related to the work performed.
• Complies with oral and written instructions.

Domain D - Dependability

• Attends work when scheduled.
• Punctual for work.
• Completes work in absence of supervision.
• Attends work when scheduled.
• Fulfills contract hours.
• Maintains reliable transportation/valid Ohio driver’s license.

Domain E - Health and Safety

• Complies with safety practices.
• Completes yearly safety training
• Refrains from taking risks with self/public.
• Other duties as assigned by Superintendent, Principal, Assistant Principal.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate with a diploma.
• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics

• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Position requires: a) use of power equipment to buff and restore floors; b) regular and routine dusting, mopping, vacuuming, emptying trash and cleaning restrooms; and c) routine maintenance to custodial equipment.

Working Conditions

• Dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and to handle other computer and other technology related components actively prioritize and execute tasks to meet deadlines consistently.
• Maintain positive interaction with students, staff, and parents.
• Ten (10) days off during the summer break, subject to approval by Principal/Management.

Physical Requirements

• Considerable physical activity. Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Work may involve moderate exposure to elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

Dress Code

• Clothing should be neat, clean, and free from any holes or excessive wear.
• Shoes should be comfortable, professional, and appropriate for the demands.

• Flip-flops, sandals, and overly casual footwear are not permitted unless specific accommodations are requested.

• Staff are expected to maintain a professional appearance in terms of grooming and hygiene.
• Excessive jewelry, large or distracting accessories, or extreme hairstyles should be avoided, as they may distract from the school environment.
• Tattoos should be covered, and piercings should be minimal and discreet.
• Custodians are encouraged to wear clothing that is functional for activities for the job, but should still maintain a professional appearance.
• In the event of dress-down days or specific themed events, guidelines will be provided to ensure all attire remains appropriate for the school setting.

This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.