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CUSTODIAN 2025-2026

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 7 May 2026

About the role

CUSTODIAN 2025-2026 - (260000M8)

Description

Job Overview
The Custodian will maintain physical and cleaning needs of the District's buildings by performing routine and moderate to heavy manual work. This incumbent will ensure that all District buildings assigned is in a condition of operating excellence and cleanliness providing safe, comfortable and healthy environments for students, teachers, staff and visitors.

Position Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Flooring

Sweep, wet and dry mop, buff and wax floors and participate in floor stripping
Vacuum and shampoo carpet removing stains and sanitizing
Clean and sanitize restroom floors, common areas, classrooms, etc.
Use various tools to remove scuffmarks from floors in rooms and halls
Operate custodial equipment such as mops, 2-speed and high speed buffers, wet/dry vacuum cleaners, shampoo machines, water and carpet extractors, carpet blowers, spotters and ride/walk behind automatic floor scrubber

Common Areas

Clean and sanitize walls, sinks, urinals and commodes; remove wall spots and stains
Clean windows and mirrors as well as baseboards
Clean, wash and/or polish cafeteria tables, counter tops and fixtures
Dust furniture, desks, woodwork and blinds, counter and table tops
Wipe down chalkboards/whiteboards
Remove paper, trash and garbage from assigned areas and place in proper containers for disposal
Replace toilet paper, towels and soap

Operational

Maintain grounds around buildings, pick-up paper, cans, trash and debris; clean sidewalks, driveways and parking lots and play areas
Utilize Kaivac restroom cleaning machine, chair dolly, computers, washer and dryer, pressure washer, two-way communication device, and other various janitorial equipment
Perform walk through using established procedures for locking, checking and safeguarding facility, including turning off lights
Move and arrange furniture and boxes
Set up/take down chairs and tables daily in the cafeteria and as needed for events
Report any maintenance problems and/or unauthorized people in building
Assist with minor repairs such as replace pencil sharpeners, adjusting desks, open students lockers, open/close valves, etc.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Qualifications

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the above essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities, required unless otherwise stated as preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions.

High School Diploma or GED preferred
Ability to work various shifts and locations within the school district and some after-hours and weekend rentals, if applicable
Ability to properly handle multiple types of cleaning materials
Ability to work collaboratively with others and take directions from supervisors
Ability to use and manipulate various types of operational equipment with or without supervision
Ability to carry equipment such as vacuums on back
Ability to read, write and follow oral and written procedures in English
Ability to use some hand tools and climb ladders

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms.

The position requires occasion