SOUTHWEST COOK COUNTY COOPERATIVE

                                                     ASSOCIATION FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION

                                                                            JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION:                                     Maintenance/Custodial

REPORTS TO:                          Coordinator of Building and Grounds

QUALIFICATIONS:                       Experience in building and maintenance

                                                            Basic knowledge of computer use

EVALUATION:                          Conducted on an annual basis in accordance with Cooperative guidelines

TERMS OF                                               Length of employment, salary and benefits determined by the

EMPLOYMENT:                        Board of Directors of SWCCCASE

RESPONSIBILITIES:    

Performance:

• Working knowledge of electric, carpentry, plumbing and HVAC systems and ability to perform minor repairs and adjustments to these systems
• Assumes daily responsibility for securing and opening facilities
• Demonstrates knowledge and workmanlike ability in the operation of tools and machines, handling of materials, health and safety practices
• Ability to perform manual tasks requiring individual lifting of 75 pounds, operating power tools and equipment and a valid drivers license
• Moves Cooperative classrooms, furniture and equipment
• Performs seasonal maintenance ground activities, including snow removal and cutting grass
• Performs summer building maintenance (e.g. painting, carpet cleaning, stripping and waxing floors)
• Monitors part-time student workers, including DORS and JTPA 
• Basic knowledge of Windows to facilitate use of computers
• Assists in cleaning facilities when necessary
• Work effectively with others and under time pressure
• Follow oral and written instructions
• Willing to expand knowledge and skills to meet facility needs

Communication Skills

·         Confers with Coordinator of Building and Grounds on a regular basis regarding building maintenance activities and custodial duties

• Assists Coordinator of Building and Grounds in maintaining open and effective communication with school and community
• Communicates in a helpful, positive and efficient manner with students, subordinates, peers, supervisors, educational staff, parents and visitors
• Basic knowledge of Windows and MS Outlook email

Professionalism

• Maintain high level of confidentiality of student and work related information
• Follows policies and procedures of the Cooperative
• Demonstrates professionalism
• Is flexible and adaptable to change
• Uses judgement appropriately
• Conducts self in appropriate and ethical manner
• Treats others with respect and dignity
• Is responsive to staff requests
• Demonstrates continual assessment of personal effectiveness and responds professionally to feedback
• Participates in professional growth activities to expand knowledge and skill to meet facility needs
• Actively participates in the evaluation process of custodian
• Maintains a clean work area
• Dresses appropriately

Performs other duties as assigned