Custodian (Tues-Sat) 8 Hours, PM Shift

Livonia Public Schools•Livonia, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Livonia Public Schools employs approximately 1,900 staff members, serving approximately 13,300 students pre-K – post secondary. There are 15 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, 1 career technical center, 1 early childhood center, and 1 vocational and transition center in the school district. The annual budget for Livonia Public Schools is $175 million, with a state funding of $9,608 per pupil. The physical and cognitive demands of the job duties described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Must be able to bend, twist, push, pull, sit, and stand for long periods of time.
Must have the ability to push and/or lift up to and including 50 pounds, such as boxes, bags, equipment, etc.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, such as reading handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus.
A spirit of cooperation with all others including members of the general public and school community, is essential.

Responsibilities

Daily cleaning and upkeep of assigned building sections.
Completion of various maintenance tasks.
Dusting, sweeping, mopping, cleaning glass, maintaining soap, hand towels, and toilet paper dispensers.
Climbing ladders to access rooftops, change lighting fixtures, ceiling panels, and painting.
Crouching and maneuvering through utility tunnels.
Lifting and securing lunch tables.
Collecting, handling, and disposing of trash inside and outside.
Setting up and breaking down chairs, tables, risers, and other equipment for events and activities.
Performing outdoor grounds maintenance, including snow removal and lawn care.
Operating commercial equipment such as: Tractors, Snow throwers, Weed whips.
Using floor care equipment, including: Riding automatic scrubbers, Manual swing buffers.
Loading and unloading supply shipments.
Transporting stock and supplies throughout the facility.
Moving furniture in and out of rooms and across the building.
Other duties as assigned by the principal or supervisor.
Attention to Detail: Identifying spills, damage, or safety hazards in classrooms, hallways, restrooms, and cafeterias.
Ensuring proper sanitation in high-contact areas (e.g., desks, doorknobs, water fountains).
Following district-specific cleaning protocols, especially during flu season or outbreaks.
Memory and Routine Recall: Remembering daily, weekly, and seasonal cleaning schedules.
Knowing which classrooms or areas require special attention.
Retaining knowledge of school layout, emergency exits, and storage locations.
Problem-Solving and Adaptability: Responding quickly to unexpected messes or maintenance issues (e.g., broken toilets, flooding).
Adjusting cleaning strategies based on student activities or weather conditions.
Coordinating with teachers and staff to avoid disrupting learning.

Benefits

Traditional pension
Tax-deferred retirement savings accounts with an employer matching contribution
Personal Healthcare Fund (PHF) - portable, tax-deferred investment account for healthcare expenses in retirement
Dollar-for-dollar match on the first 2% of contribution to PHF
Medical insurance, including prescription drug coverage (district contribution is maximum allowed by Michigan law)
Family coverage eligibility for employees working 30 hours or more per week
Single coverage eligibility for employees working 20 hours but less than 30 per week
Optional "cash in lieu" of medical insurance for those who qualify
Dental, vision, and life insurance (district pays 100% of premium for all employees)
Long-term disability coverage (district pays 100% of premium for employees working 20 hours or more per week)
Employee Assistance Program for employees and their eligible family members (confidential, short-term counseling, available 7 days a week, no cost)
Paid holidays
Earned vacation, sick, and bereavement days
Longevity pay
Annual work clothing allowance
Earn overtime pay beyond 8 hours per day
Paid "act of God" days, such as snow days
Opportunity for career advancement
Children of employees living outside the district's attendance boundaries are eligible to attend Livonia Public Schools via schools of choice.