Custodian - IDEA Robindale (Immediate Opening)

IDEA Public Schools•Brownsville, TX
•Onsite

About The Position

Custodians help provide a clean, safe, high-quality facility that supports an enhanced learning environment and IDEA’s commitment to excellence. The role includes completing daily cleaning and assigned work orders, maintaining custodial supplies and equipment, operating safely, and supporting campus facilities planning. The position requires reliability, punctuality, flexibility, and the ability to work longer hours as needed to meet mission goals. Compensation is an hourly rate ranging from $14.86 for 0 years of experience to $18.21, with eligibility for a performance bonus based on team performance and goal attainment.

Requirements

  • Ability to understand cleaning, maintenance, and safety instructions.
  • Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance.
  • Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment.
  • Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies.

Responsibilities

  • Provide a clean and healthy environment that supports an enhanced learning environment.
  • Achieve a proficient rating on the Facilities Rubric and Facilities Audit.
  • Execute assigned work orders, with a goal of completing 90% of campus projects within 48 hours.
  • Complete daily cleaning responsibilities, paying close attention to detail.
  • Work with the Facilities Manager to identify facilities needs for capital expenditure planning.
  • Operate safely, complete SafeSchools training by the deadline, and use personal protective equipment at all times.
  • Keep all chemicals on hand locked and immediately report unsafe campus conditions.
  • Manage custodial supplies and equipment efficiently within campus cost-per-square-foot allocations and kWh usage targets.
  • Minimize material consumption, maintain an accurate inventory log, and order supplies from the Facilities Manager within campus guidelines.
  • Properly use and maintain heavy equipment.
  • Demonstrate reliability and responsibility through attendance, punctuality, and flexibility, including zero unexcused absences.
  • Follow the work schedule, prioritize tasks, and use good judgment.
  • Work longer hours as needed to meet mission goals.

Benefits

  • Performance bonus based on team performance and goal attainment.
  • Medical plan with the majority of the employee premium covered, and most costs for a spouse or domestic partner and children subsidized.
  • Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid family leave for the birth or adoption of a child, subject to tenure and caregiver designation.
  • Tuition reimbursement of up to 50% of qualifying tuition, capped at $5,250 per year and subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
  • Employer-paid mental and behavioral health services, including five face-to-face counseling sessions per year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services.
  • Dental and vision plans.
  • Disability insurance.
  • Life insurance.
  • Parenting benefits.
  • Vacation time.
  • Referral bonuses.
  • Professional development.
  • Relocation allowance may be offered, if applicable.
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