Don, the previous custodian, did an excellent job when he was working here at John I Burton, but what happens now that he is gone? Eventually John I. Burton may get another janitor, but for the time being this position is being absorbed. A new janitor is not being hired to fill this deficit in janitorial services, and as a result Mike, from maintenance, and Betty, the second floor custodian, are working extra diligently in order to keep John I. Burton sparkling fresh. With the absorption of this position, Mike's hours were altered to allow him to assist with custodial duties on the first floor.Mr. Williams commented on the situation, stating, "If I asked Don to run a mile he would go out of his way and run two. I wish he could have stayed longer with the school, but switching to Ridgeview was in best interest for him.... We might eventually hire another janitor but we cannot ever replace Don Barnes. He was definitely a gift to our school. "
For the time being, Burton remains presentable because of the extra effort that has been put into absorbing this position. Many people fail to consider how challenging it can be to provide janitorial services, especially when two people are trying to complete the work of three people. It is amazing how people that work in the maintenance/custodian department have came together to help John I. Burton shine on. Burton's Blog thanks you!
Written by: Kim H.