Basic Purpose of Position:  

The position of Custodial Foreman is responsible for directly supervising the Custodians who clean PATCO facilities including, but not limited to, all station facilities (platforms, lobbies, and entrance areas), lavatory facilities, locker room facilities, lunch facilities and all office areas.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The Authority will adhere to all applicable laws and regulations in assessing an employee's ability to carry out or otherwise meet the job requirements set forth herein in a satisfactory manner.

1.

Supervises all cleaning functions such as mopping all stations lobbies, platforms and entrance areas, dusting as required in all stations and offices, mopping, stripping and waxing office area floors, trash collection in stations, offices and lunch rooms, window cleaning, vacuuming and shampooing all carpeted areas as required, scrubbing and sanitizing all bathroom facilities and cleanup and disposal of infectious waste and/or hazardous materials.

2.

Assistant the Manager and Day Custodial Foreman in the identification of materials necessary to perform custodial activities in a timely fashion.

3.

Performing custodial activities using industrial cleaning machines such as floor scrubbers, floor buffers, industrial vacuums and other similar machines.

4.

Performs the necessary record keeping to define payroll documentation, cleaning schedules, material requirements, disciplinary actions, and all other necessary documentation for custodial maintenance under his or her direct supervision. Ensures all operating records and logs are in order and current.

5.

Ensures proper standards of cleanliness and building appearance with regard to custodial, maintenance, and grounds needs of the facilities.

6.

Determines when equipment needed at site and arranges for equipment deliveries such as floor scrubbers, buffers, and shampooers.

7.

Reports on safety, sanitary, and fire hazards to appropriate authority; reports and recommends needed maintenance repairs to appropriate authority. Reports on graffiti and arranges for removal

8.

Assists in the development and updating of standard operating procedures related to custodial activities

9.

Plans, implements, oversees and participates in the custodial activities of the site. Coordinates onsite work activities of custodians

10.

Interfaces with management to discuss and problem-solve facility cleaning issues

11.

Orders supplies according to established guidelines and procedures; submits maintenance work orders for repair work needed.

12.

Routinely uses and operates cleaning equipment and tools safely and in accordance with the training instructions provided. Learns and utilizes new tools and technologies as needed by PATCO.

13.

Routinely follows proper cleaning procedures and uses proper chemicals and cleaners safely, productively, and according to directions given in training.

14.

Assists in training Custodians on proper cleaning procedures, chemical use, equipment, tools and technology.

15.

Participates in major cleaning projects as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Custodian

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE

Required:

• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Six (6) years’ experience, two (2) years of which must be supervisory, in the performance of custodial activities in industrial buildings, office buildings, food service industry building, hospital building, and/or other related facilities.
• Must have demonstrable knowledge of industrial cleaning solutions and their various uses.
• Must be familiar with standard procedures for the collection and disposal of infectious/hazardous waste.
• Must be able to work a variety of schedules, including evening, night or weekend work as needed.
• Must have a good driving record and possess a valid driver’s license from the state wherein he/she resides. 

How Often: (check the appropriate box)

Occasionally          =   Less than 1/3 of the time

Frequently             =   From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time

Constantly             =   More than 2/3 of the time

How much exposure to the following environmental conditions does this job require?

None

Occas

Freq

Const

X

Normal office situation

X

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)

X

Work near moving mechanical parts

X

Work in high, precarious places

X

Fumes or airborne particles

X

Toxic or caustic chemicals

X

Outdoor weather conditions

X

Extreme cold (non-weather)

x

Extreme heat (non-weather)

x

Risk of electrical shock

X

Risk of radiation

Select the level of noise that is typical in the work environment for this job.

X

Very Quiet Conditions

X

Quiet Conditions

X

Moderate Noise

X

Loud Noise

X

Very Loud Noise

PHYSICAL EFFORT

How much on-the-job time is spent performing the following physical activities?

None

Occas

Freq

Const

X

Stand

x

Walk

X

Sit

X

Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl

X

Climb or balance

x

Reaching by extending hand(s) and/or arm(s) in any direction

X

Uses hands to finger, handle, or feel

X

Talk or good hearing

X

Taste or smell substances worked with on the job

Does this job require that weight be lifted, or force be exerted?  If so, how much and how often?

X

Lifts weight or exerts force up to 10 pounds

X

Lifts weight or exerts force of 11 to 25 pounds

X

Lifts weight or exerts force of 26 to 50 pounds

X

Lifts weight or exerts force of 51 to 100 pounds

X

Lifts weight or exerts force more than 100 pounds

Select the specific vision requirements of this job.

X

Close vision

X

Distance vision

X

Peripheral vision

X

Depth perception

X

Ability to adjust focus