Facilities Serviceperson

Facilities Serviceperson

To perform semi-skilled work involving heavy cleaning such as mopping, scrubbing, stripping, refinishing and other assigned duties, to maintain the cleanliness, orderliness, appearance and safe condition of schools and buildings in a responsible and accurate manner.

The Facilities Serviceperson shall carry out the essential performance responsibilities listed below:

• Clean all areas assigned such as cafeteria, restrooms, offices, gymnasium, halls, outside areas, and others as scheduled and according to custodial standards.
• Empty containers of trash and debris from offices, classrooms, hallways, repair shops, etc., carry garbage cans, and compactor bags to dumpster and dispose of properly.
• Sweep, mop, brush, vacuum, strip and wax floors, including walls, walkways and other building surfaces.
• Perform heavy lifting such as removing garbage cans or compactor bags to the dumpster.
• Wash and sanitize sinks, toilets, showers, plumbing fixtures and other restroom/shower-room facilities and replenish supplies of soap, towels, etc.
• Replace light bulbs or florescent lights and clean fixtures; remove and clean filters.
• Dust, wipe, wash and wax furniture such as desks, chairs, tables, filing cabinets, chalkboards and trays, etc. and perform minor repair work, as needed.
• Operate heavy equipment in stripping and sealing floors in the gymnasium and on the stage; heavy duty wash and dry vacuums to prepare floors throughout the school/center.
• Replace light bulbs, fluorescent lamps, fuses, soap and towel receptacles and other worn or depleted items.
• Move or transport school furniture, such as chairs, file cabinets, desks, and television monitors.
• Change air conditioning filters routinely and clean vents, as necessary.
• Maintain equipment in a satisfactory condition by lubricating parts properly, replacing rotary brushes, cleaning, as necessary, and storing them safely and securely.
• Receive and assist with unloading supplies, furniture, etc. and store properly.
• Inform supervisor of needed supplies. Identify building equipment, mechanical equipment and structural problems which require servicing or maintenance. Inform immediate supervisor of needs and call-in maintenance work orders as directed by facility administrator.
• Practice safety continuously and ensure that a safe working area exists.
• Complete all projects in a competent manner by ensuring proper recording of time and materials used.
• Perform and promote all activities in compliance with the equal employment and non-discrimination policies of The School Board of Broward County, Florida.
• Participate, in training programs offered to enhance the individual's skills and proficiency related to the job responsibilities.
• Review current developments, literature and technical sources of information related to job responsibilities.
• Ensure adherence to safety rules and procedures.
• Follow federal and state laws, as well as School Board policies. Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor, or designee.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

• Ability to complete the Basic Facilities Service job related training program, offered by Broward County Public Schools and receive a Basic Facilities Service certification within the probationary period of employment.
• Ability to perform custodial work.
• Ability to operate labor saving devices such as shampoo and scrubbing machines, wet and dry vacuums, plus other heavy labor-saving devices in the schools.
• Ability to do heavy lifting, climb ladders to replace light bulbs and filters from air conditioning equipment.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions in English on cleaning and equipment operation.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Computer skills as required for the position.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of an approved General Educational Development (GED) Testing Program or receipt of Special Diploma.
• A minimum of two (2) years of successful work experience with the Broward County Public Schools in the position of facilities serviceperson aide.
• Bilingual skills.

Physical Requirements:

Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.

Terms of Employment:

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District's approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the School Board.