Custodial Substitute

Position: Custodial Substitute - 2025/26
Description

Bend-La Pine Schools is committed to the principle of equity. Equity supersedes the notion of equality, where all are treated the same. Pursuing equity requires the removal of barriers and the promotion of inclusive practices so that all students fully benefit. The principle of equity will inform all BLS policies, regulations, programs, operations, practices, and resource allocations.

Studies have shown that some individuals (women and people of color, for example) are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single qualification in a job description. Our goal is to find the best candidate for the position, and we acknowledge that that candidate may be an individual from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.

If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of a position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application.

JOB DEFINITION:

Under direct supervision, the Custodial Crew I performs routine cleaning and other related tasks in elementary, middle, senior high schools or other district-owned facilities. The Custodial Crew I works under the direction of the Custodial Assistant II, Custodial Foreman, and/or Custodial Supervisor.

NATURE AND SCOPE OF WORK:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

(Schools in Session)

Sweeps, mops, auto scrubs, and vacuums, vinyl, linoleum, tile, wood floors, polished concrete or other surfaces.

Vacuums carpets, walk-off mats, and area rugs in school, offices, halls and rooms.

Cleans and dusts walls, furniture, woodwork, lockers and other equipment.

Picks up papers and other refuse on grounds and sweeps walks and entrances.

Cleans, sanitizes and polishes metal work such as door panels and handrails.

Empties and cleans waste containers. Replaces light globes and fluorescent tubes.

Assists in moving or rearranging chairs, tables, desks, furniture and other equipment, time permitting.

Maintains equipment used in the course of work and cleans thoroughly after use.

Performs special custodial work upon the request of staff members and supervisor.

Makes minor maintenance repairs to furniture and other building fixtures.

Reports safety, sanitary, fire hazards and needed maintenance/security repairs to the supervisor.

Cleans restrooms and locker rooms daily/nightly, which includes scrubbing toilets, sinks and drinking fountains, washing mirrors, walls, and filling dispensers.

Cleans assigned classroom desks, sinks, and counter tops in a timely manner.

Meets and assists members of the public who have permission to use the facilities.

Performs support services for special events and other activities at the school. This duty involves setting up chairs and/or tables, positioning bleachers, placing or removing mats in the gymnasium, unlocking doors and courteously responding to inquiries from students, teachers, and others utilizing the facilities.

Washes windows throughout the school/facility.

Able to work in a team clean situation with other custodians or as the only person in the building.

Required to provide contact phone numbers for call out lists and respond to after hour and weekend emergencies such as fire alarms, security alarms, snow removal, water leaks and vandalism. This duty may require adjustment of regular work hours necessary to cope with the problem.

Removes snow and ice from walkways as required by weather conditions.

May be scheduled to work for Custodial Foreman III or Custodial Assistant II to cover for absences.

Secures buildings as directed.

Fulfills other related duties as assigned.

Fulfills performance standards identified in the evaluation process as required by the position.

Fulfills working conditions and physical effort listed below.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (Summer, schools not in Session)

Assists in the complete cleaning and routine maintenance of buildings and grounds during summer vacation.

Assists in moving desks tables and furniture out of classrooms and other rooms to prepare for deep cleaning.

Washes, vacuums, or dusts food dispensers, the cafeteria freezer, windowsills, showcases, exposed…