2026-27 Custodian

McAllen Independent School District•McAllen, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian helps maintain the school plant and grounds in operating-excellent condition so they can be used fully for educational purposes. The role performs preventive maintenance, cleaning, minor repairs, safety inspections, and facility opening and closing procedures. The custodian also supports staff with moving furniture and equipment, monitors supplies and equipment, implements energy conservation procedures, and may perform crossing guard duties. The position works 242 days and may require work outside the regular assigned schedule, including evenings or weekends for extracurricular events and facility repairs. Pay is monthly, with an hourly range of $13.25 to $18.31; starting pay is determined individually based on job-related experience and peer salaries.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED is preferred.
Clear driving record is required.
Ability to safely and efficiently handle and use potentially harmful cleaning supplies.
Knowledge of basic techniques for minor building and grounds maintenance repairs.
Ability to read and understand cleaning, maintenance, and safety instructions.

Nice To Haves

Valid Texas Class C driver’s license is preferred.
One or more years of experience working in custodial services is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide preventive maintenance to keep buildings and premises neat, clean, and safe.
Maintain building temperatures at comfortable and economical settings.
Inspect the building daily, make minor repairs, and report major repairs or safety hazards to the immediate supervisor using appropriate forms.
Help staff move furniture, supplies, and equipment as needed or directed.
Use safe custodial practices, attend safety meetings, and comply with applicable safety and hazardous-material laws and regulations.
Maintain an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and notify the head custodian when additional supplies are needed.
Attend meetings as required or directed.
Participate in job safety training, asbestos-awareness notification, and training on maintenance supplies and equipment.
Work outside the regular assigned schedule, including at extracurricular functions and on facility repairs or replacements, which may involve night or weekend duty as requested.
Participate in the orientation and monitoring of new custodians.
Follow cleaning schedules covering floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.
Follow building opening and closing procedures, including locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities daily.
Assist with interior and exterior building painting during the summer.
Stay informed about and implement the District’s energy conservation procedures at the assigned campus.
Perform crossing guard duties as assigned.
Follow McAllen ISD customer service standards.
Perform other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).