School Custodian - East Valley

Legacy Traditional Schools•Mesa, AZ

About The Position

Under general supervision, the School Custodian performs hands-on facilities work, including cleaning, repairs, and campus inspections. The role maintains a range of school spaces and equipment, sets up rooms for meetings and events, supports routine maintenance, and reports supply needs or major repair requirements. The position requires flexibility to support campus activities and seasonal scheduling, and includes working indoors and outdoors.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or six months of custodial-related experience.
Basic knowledge of cleaning methods, equipment, and products.
Knowledge of HAZMAT regulations and Safety Data Sheets.
Ability to operate and mechanically understand hand tools, small power tools, ladders, backpack and upright vacuums, floor buffers, cleaning and polishing chemicals, wheeled utility carts, and moving equipment.
Ability to work flexible hours to support campus, events, and other needs, including flexibility during the summer school schedule.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors while cleaning and repairing equipment, furniture, and buildings.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to walk, stand, and remain on one's feet for extended periods, up to four hours or more at a time.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Must pass a criminal history background check.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of experience as a school custodian.
Expert knowledge of cleaning methods, equipment (including power tools and hand tools), and cleaning products.

Responsibilities

Clean and maintain school facilities, including classrooms, break rooms, conference rooms, teacher work rooms, bathrooms, library/media rooms, gymnasiums, lunchrooms, nurses’ rooms, stages, and lobby/reception areas.
Set up rooms for scheduled meetings and events, including daily cafeteria setup.
Sweep, mop, scrub, and vacuum floors using cleaning solutions, tools, and equipment.
Clean or polish walls, ceilings, windows, building fixtures, and whiteboards.
Clean entryways, hallways, door mats, and door glass daily.
Dust furniture, walls, light fixtures, baseboards, student desks, and other equipment.
Gather and empty trash.
Clean and service cleaning equipment daily and as needed.
Apply wax or sealers to wood or concrete floors as directed by District Facilities.
Assist with routine maintenance, such as changing light bulbs and filters.
Notify the Campus Facility Manager or Custodial Supervisor when materials or supplies need to be ordered, or when major repairs or additions to building operating systems are needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.