Custodian I Overview
Join our team as a Custodian I and help create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment where children can learn and thrive. At our school, custodians are much more than cleaners—they are essential members of our educational team. The work you do each day directly contributes to the health, safety, and success of our students and staff.
This position is responsible for maintaining classrooms, offices, restrooms, common areas, and school grounds in a clean, attractive, and safe condition. The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, enjoys working independently while being part of a collaborative team, and understands the important role a well-maintained campus plays in creating a positive learning environment.
Responsibilities
- Clean, sanitize, and maintain classrooms, offices, restrooms, cafeterias, multipurpose rooms, and other campus facilities.
- Sweep, mop, vacuum, scrub, strip, wax, and polish a variety of floor surfaces.
- Empty trash and recycling containers throughout the campus and replace liners.
- Clean windows, doors, walls, furniture, drinking fountains, and other fixtures.
- Replenish restroom supplies and custodial materials as needed.
- Maintain the appearance of school grounds by removing litter, sweeping walkways, and keeping outdoor areas clean and inviting.
- Perform light landscaping duties, including weeding, trimming shrubs, watering plants, and maintaining planter beds.
- Set up and take down tables, chairs, and equipment for meetings, assemblies, and special events.
- Operate custodial equipment such as floor scrubbers, buffers, vacuums, pressure washers, and other cleaning tools safely and efficiently.
- Safely use, store, and dispose of cleaning chemicals in accordance with safety standards and established procedures.
- Inspect facilities for maintenance needs, safety concerns, or vandalism and report issues promptly.
- Respond to spills, weather-related clean-up, and other unexpected custodial needs.
- Secure assigned buildings and facilities at the end of shifts by locking doors, turning off lights, and ensuring campus security procedures are followed.
- Work collaboratively with administrators, teachers, and fellow maintenance staff to support the daily operation of the school.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Previous custodial, maintenance, or facilities experience is desirable but not required.
- Knowledge of cleaning methods, custodial equipment, and the safe handling of cleaning products is preferred.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and complete assignments efficiently.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
- Dependable, punctual, and committed to providing excellent service.
- Ability to communicate professionally and work effectively with staff, students, parents, and visitors.
Physical Requirements
- Frequently stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and climb.
- Lift, carry, push, and pull equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Operate custodial equipment safely and effectively.
- Work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
Why Join Our Team?
A clean school does more than look good; it helps students stay healthy, focused, and ready to learn. Every classroom you prepare, every hallway you maintain, and every campus improvement you make contributes to a positive educational experience for hundreds of children each day.
If you take pride in your work, enjoy making a visible difference, and want to be part of a team dedicated to serving students and families, we’d love to welcome you to our school community.
Please see more and apply at the following web address: https://www.edjoin.org/Home/JobPosting/2240701
Pay: $17.61 - $20.21 per hour
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
