Night Custodian

Littleton Elementary School District•Avondale, AZ

About The Position

The Custodian performs assigned custodial duties and minor repairs in District facilities. The role includes routine cleaning and sanitation, maintaining equipment and supplies, preparing facilities for daily operations, responding to urgent safety or operational concerns, and securing facilities and grounds. Work is performed in school facilities and a commercial kitchen environment. The position is employed for ten or eleven months per year, as determined by the specified type of custodian; salary and work year are established by the Board.

Requirements

Knowledge of District policies and procedures.
Knowledge of materials, equipment, and chemicals used in cleaning work.
Knowledge of safety rules and regulations.
Skill in following and maintaining safety standards.
Skill in closely following verbal and written instructions and procedures.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective relationships with co-workers and others.
A valid State of Arizona Driver’s License.
Moderate physical demands, including frequent lifting, carrying, and moving of materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
One year of custodian experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skill.

Responsibilities

Perform routine cleaning, restroom sanitation, floor care, and trash disposal in assigned District facilities.
Respond as directed to emergency cleaning work.
Inspect and maintain assigned custodial equipment and small tools; complete minor repairs to cleaning equipment as needed.
Assist with major cleaning projects for food service as directed.
Arrange furnishings and equipment for meetings, classroom activities, and special events.
Clean assigned school facilities, including classrooms, offices, restrooms, multipurpose rooms, corridors, carpets, windows, walls, bleachers, stages, and locker rooms; remove graffiti as needed.
Inspect school or District facilities for safe operation, cleanliness, maintenance needs, and damage or necessary repairs.
Maintain cleaning supplies and equipment to ensure required items are available and facilities are properly stocked.
Prepare facilities for daily operations, including opening gates, raising flags, and clearing walks and building access doors of sand and debris.
Regulate heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide seasonally appropriate temperatures and use utilities economically.
Repair furniture and equipment as needed, including replacing light bulbs and switches and unclogging drains, sinks, and toilets.
Respond to immediate safety or operational concerns, including facility damage, injured or ill students, unauthorized persons, and alarms.
Secure facilities and grounds by locking doors, turning off lights, taking down flags, and performing related tasks.
Perform other duties as assigned.