2026-2027 Custodian
About The Position
Perform a variety of duties involving cleaning, minor repairs, lawn care, and other routine cleaning procedures. This includes cleaning rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, elevators, offices, stairways, and other areas. Responsibilities also extend to kitchen areas, where specific equipment and surfaces need cleaning. The role involves maintaining building security, performing simple repairs, and basic lawn care. Additionally, the custodian will utilize District computer applications for communication and record keeping, handle waste disposal and recycling, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. This position requires the ability to move furniture and equipment, and to request assistance when needed for heavy objects.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Knowledge of general policies and procedures for the functional area of assignment.
- Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws/regulations related to student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention.
- Knowledge of and experience with industry-standard equipment, materials, chemicals, practices, computers, and applications.
- Ability to work with equipment and chemicals commonly used in custodial work.
- Ability to professionally and effectively respond to customer needs and requests for service or assistance.
- Clear and concise oral and written communication skills.
- Organizational and management skills.
Nice To Haves
- One (1) year of related experience.
- Relevant work experience or education may be substituted to satisfy minimum qualifications.
Responsibilities
- Perform a variety of duties involving cleaning, minor repairs, lawn care, and other routine cleaning procedures (i.e., light painting, removal of graffiti).
- Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, elevators, offices, stairways, and other areas.
- Sweep, mop, and scrub; wax, buff, and strip wax from floors; vacuum and shampoo carpets; dust/polish furniture; remove mildew; and replace supplies as directed.
- Dispose of wastepaper, facilitate recycling activities, remove gum, wash windows/desks, clean whiteboards, and wash outside areas as needed.
- In kitchen areas, clean air conditioning vents; ductwork; fans on walls, ceilings, coolers, and freezers; lights and enclosures in exhaust hoods, coolers, freezers, warmers, and ceilings; and exposed motors and wires on backs of ovens; replace bulbs when needed.
- Follow building procedures to secure areas of assignment.
- Make simple repairs and perform routine maintenance to cleaning equipment.
- Report damages of structure and equipment requiring extensive repairs.
- Provide minor maintenance work to include light painting, replacing light bulbs, and performing basic electronic, carpentry, and simple plumbing repairs, etc.
- Provide basic lawn care, cut/trim small areas of grass hedges, sweep and clean walks, and assist in keeping outside premises in an orderly condition.
- Maintain related lawn equipment.
- Utilize basic District computer applications for communication, training, and record keeping.
- Take care that certain papers and materials are not misplaced or destroyed in assigned work areas.
- Use chemicals provided by the District as trained.
- Comply with applicable safety regulations and procedures.
- Move furniture/equipment and deliver supplies.
- Request assistance as needed when lifting/moving heavy or awkward objects.
Benefits
- Compensation may increase based upon relevant education and experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
