2026-27 Custodian III - Fireside ES

Paradise Valley USD 69•Phoenix, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The job of Custodian III is done for the purpose of providing support to the educational process with specific responsibilities for custodial services at an assigned elementary school. This role ensures an attractive, sanitary, and safe environment for students, staff, and visitors. Responsibilities include performing a variety of special cleaning operations, overseeing the preparation of facilities for classroom activities and campus events, scheduling assigned contracted custodians, and ensuring that assignments are completed properly. This job reports to the Building Administrator and Supervisor of Custodial and Grounds.

Requirements

Monitoring electrical and mechanical systems including fire and security alarms
Operating equipment and materials used in industrial maintenance
Assembling and/or repairing office and classroom equipment
Operating a computer and pertinent software applications
Preparing and maintaining accurate records
Basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios
Understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly
Understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions
Guidelines regarding the storage and use of chemicals
Methods of industrial cleaning including floor and carpet
Basic tools for minor repairs
General maintenance tasks - plumbing, electrical and painting
Safety practices and procedures
Schedule activities, meetings, and/or events
Gather and/or collate data
Consider a number of factors when using equipment
Flexibility to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances
Work with data utilizing specific, defined processes
Operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods
Work with a wide diversity of individuals
Work with a variety of data
Utilize a variety of types of job-related equipment
Problem solving to identify issues and create action plans
Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation
Problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate
Adapting to changing work priorities
Meeting deadlines and schedules
Maintaining a good rapport with students, staff and community
Working under direct supervision using standardized procedures
Leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others
Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required
High school diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

Job related experience is desired

Responsibilities

Attends unit meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of gathering information required to perform job functions.
Cleans assigned facilities and/or grounds (e.g. classrooms, offices, gym, restrooms, multipurpose rooms, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment.
Consults with administrative personnel for the purpose of planning, prioritizing and scheduling custodial activities and achieving site maintenance objectives.
Coordinate facility preparation with contracted custodial services for extra curricular and community activities (e.g. setting up rooms, opening doors, preparing the multipurpose room, etc.) for the purpose of delivering services in an efficient and timely manner.
Delivers a variety of items (e.g. supplies, mail, packages, furniture, etc.) for the purpose of distributing materials to the appropriate parties within site.
Inspects facilities for the purpose of ensuring that the site is suitable for safe operations, maintained in an attractive and clean condition, identifying necessary repairs to facilities and/or equipment, etc.
Maintains a variety of documents, files and records (e.g. custodial schedules, inventory records, calendar of events, etc.) for the purpose of providing an up to date reference.
Maintains supplies and equipment (e.g. cleaning solutions, paper products, vacuums, mops, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of custodial items required to properly maintain facilities.
Monitors students and staff in and around work areas (e.g. halls, multipurpose rooms, lunch room, restrooms, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of preventing injuries and ensuring site safety.
Orders equipment, supplies and materials for the purpose of maintaining availability of required items and completing jobs efficiently and maintaining a budget.
Performs minor maintenance repairs and tasks (e.g. changing lights and adjusting timers, moving furniture, replacing ballasts, unclogging toilets, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and sanitary school environment.
Prepares site for daily operations (e.g. opening gates, raising flags, sweeping walkway, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring facilities are operational and hazard free.
Prepares written materials (e.g. supply requisitions, safety inspections, work orders, inventory records, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and/or relating activities to administration for action.
Responds to inquiries from staff, students, parents, and/or visitors for the purpose of providing information, taking appropriate action and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
Responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns (e.g. facility damage, vandalism, alarms, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action or notifying appropriate personnel for resolution.
Schedules facility maintenance activities and assigned contracted services personnel for the purpose of directing services in an efficient and timely manner.
Supports other site maintenance staff (e.g. grounds, trades, etc.) for the purpose of completing site custodial activities.
Supports a variety of campus work projects (e.g. Community Education, PTA, PTO, contractors, etc.) for the purpose of completing activities and/or delivering services in a timely fashion.
Trains assigned personnel (e.g. handling of equipment, use of chemicals, etc.) for the purpose of developing professional trade and safety awareness skills and ensuring work goals are achieved.
Transports a variety of tools, equipment, supplies, etc. for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at job site.
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.