ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASS (The following may not include all duties performed; not all incumbents perform all essential functions delineated): Plans, assigns, supervises subordinate personnel; manages and participates in cleaning, grounds and facilities maintenance activities. Instructs, subordinates and sets expected levels of performance in cleaning buildings and grounds maintenance, proper use of equipment, materials and supplies, and other routines; establishes work schedules; motivates employees to operate as an effective working unit. Schedules and approves leave; counsels employees and resolves informal complaints and grievances through discussion. Reports on employees' work hours and performance; initiates disciplinary action as needed. Makes daily inspections to ensure that prescribed standards are maintained with respect to plant equipment, property, and grounds. Requisitions and distributes equipment, materials, and supplies. Performs and/or sees that preventive maintenance, adjustments, and minor repairs are performed to HVAC, electrical and heating systems, plumbing, windows, etc. Supervises and participates in snow removal. Ensures that proper safety and security precautions are observed. Directs activity set up and assists school and community groups which utilize the building. As required, transports and empties large trash containers into outdoor units. Moves and transports furniture, equipment, boxed textbooks, and other supplies weighing up to 50 pounds and greater weights manually or with mechanical assistance. Inspects building for pests (e.g., bugs and rodents). Meets with maintenance and contractor personnel to plan appropriate action for building repairs. Trains the work force to meet all job requirements and prepares exceptional persons for advancement. Manages or makes minor building and equipment repairs; performs related work as required or assigned. NOTE HAZARDS/UNUSUAL DEMANDS: Employee is exposed to potential chemical hazards and toxic substances when using cleaning liquids, solvents and solutions, to potential biological hazards when cleaning restrooms, and to potential physical hazards when operating custodian equipment. Work also exposes employee to dust, fumes and occasionally to adverse weather conditions. Work requires the frequent use of safety clothing and equipment and compliance with safety procedures.