Custodian

Ysleta Independent School District•El Paso, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian follows routine cleaning schedules and maintenance procedures to maintain the safety, cleanliness, and efficient operation of the building and grounds. The role must comply with federal and state laws and district policies, procedures, regulations, and safety requirements. The custodian also supports facility setups, minor repairs, inventory management, and building systems, and must be present at the work site to perform essential job functions. The position requires adaptability to shift schedules or hours other than those regularly assigned, and the ability to respond to after-hours emergencies. The role involves working in varied weather and potentially hazardous environments and handling potentially hazardous materials safely.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) preferred.
Ability to communicate effectively with all district employees.
Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures.
Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building maintenance.
Ability to safely operate cleaning and maintenance equipment and lift heavy equipment.
Valid Texas or New Mexico driver's license and eligibility to be insured by the district's auto liability insurance carrier.
Subject to the district drug and alcohol testing policy and regulations.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds frequently, 20–50 pounds occasionally, and more than 50 pounds infrequently with assistance.
Ability to climb ladders unassisted up to 8 feet and higher with assistance.
Ability to work under all weather conditions.
Ability to walk, stand, bend, reach, kneel, stoop, and lift for extended periods.
Ability to safely handle potentially hazardous materials and perform duties in potentially hazardous environments.
Ability to adapt to shift schedules or hours other than those regularly assigned and respond to after-hours emergencies.

Responsibilities

Follow schedules to clean and sanitize floors, carpets, instructional boards, wastebaskets, windows, window sills, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
Move furniture and equipment within the building and assist with lunchroom and special-event facility setups as directed by campus administration or custodial supervisors.
Perform minor maintenance, including painting, grease trap cleaning, and mounting instructional boards and projection equipment.
Monitor the boiler room and report malfunctions to the supervisor.
Identify and correct unsafe conditions and report major repair needs that cannot be corrected to the supervisor.
Help maintain inventories of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional supplies as needed.
Regulate heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems to maintain appropriate temperatures and use fuel, water, and electricity economically according to district guidelines.
Assist with cleaning and refinishing floors, moving furniture, books, and inventory, and setting up facilities for school events.
Follow procedures for opening, securing, monitoring, and safeguarding facilities.
Follow safety procedures and techniques when operating tools and equipment.
Comply with local laws and procedures for storing and disposing of trash and chemicals.
Assemble, disassemble, repair, and refurbish furniture as needed.
Participate in district-required professional development activities.
Follow safety procedures while performing job duties and support district and department goals.
Maintain a professional code of ethics and perform other duties as assigned.
Attend the work site as required to meet essential job functions.
Respond to after-hours emergencies as required.