Custodian Pool 2024-2025

Waxahachie Independent School District - Waxahachie, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Waxahachie, TX

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Custodian is responsible for following routine cleaning and maintenance procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds. This position involves a variety of tasks including cleaning, maintenance, safety checks, and professional conduct to ensure a safe and clean environment for students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a cleaning schedule that includes cleaning floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
• Keep school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas, neat and clean.
• Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.
• Assist in maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional supplies as needed.
• Assist with lunchroom set up, including arranging tables and chairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance to ensure the comfort, health, and safety of students and staff.
• Regulate heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide appropriate temperatures and ensure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity.
• Report building repair needs to principal or custodial supervisor.
• Move furniture or equipment within building as directed by principal or custodial supervisor.
• Assist in setting up facilities for special events.
• Assist with opening and closing building each school day.
• Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.
• Check daily to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during hours of building occupancy.
• Inspect machines and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
• Perform other related duties as required by supervisor.

Requirements

• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment.
• Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies.
• Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance.
• Must possess personal qualities related to respect for the rights and confidentiality of others.