Custodian I (Pool)

Fort Worth ISD; Poland; On-site; PLN 111,185 - 133,909; Full time

Job summary

A school district in Texas is seeking a Custodian I to maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety within its facilities. The ideal candidate will perform a variety of cleaning and maintenance tasks, including sweeping, vacuuming, and assisting in set-ups for special events. Previous cleaning experience is preferred, alongside a valid high school diploma. This role involves working both indoors and outside and may require occasional nighttime hours.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of custodial work principles and materials.
• Ability to recognize maintenance needs and take action.
• Experience with cleaning preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cleans all building facilities, including floors and bathrooms.
• Assists with lunchroom setups and special events.
• Maintains outside areas using lawn equipment.

Skills

Custodial work principles

Maintenance methods

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Buffer

Vacuum cleaner

Lawn mower

Job description

Custodian I (Pool) JobID: 7009

• Position Type: Supporting Campus - Operations / Custodian
• Date Posted: 6/4/2025
• Location: To Be Determined
• Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Pay Grade: 801

Duty Days: 244 days

Salary Range: $31,232 - $37,615

Night shift may be required from 3:30 pm to 12:00 am.

Position Purpose

Cleans and maintains district facilities using routine procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.

Essential Job Functions

Cleaning

• Cleans all building facilities by sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, waxing, buffing, and stripping floors, walls, windows, partitions, and fixtures.
• Empties trash cans, arranges chairs and desks, dusts, and cleans chalkboards in classrooms and offices.
• Maintains school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas, neat and clean.
• Complies with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.

Maintenance & Repairs

• Assists with lunchroom set up, including arranging tables and chairs.
• Performs preventive maintenance to ensure comfort, health, and safety; makes minor building repairs as needed and reports major repair needs to Head Custodian.
• Moves furniture or equipment within building as directed by Principal.
• Assists in setting up facilities for special events.
• Maintains outside area neat using lawn mower, edger, rake, and blower.
• Keeps tools and equipment clean; uses tools, equipment, and cleaning materials safely and efficiently.

Safety

• Assists with opening and closing building each school day, ensuring exit doors are open and panic bolts are functioning during occupancy; follows established locking, checking, and safeguarding procedures.
• Follows established safety procedures for lifting, climbing, and operating tools and equipment.
• Corrects unsafe conditions and promptly reports uncorrectable ones to supervisor.

Personal Work Relationships

• All Fort Worth ISD employees must align with the District’s mission, vision, and strategic goals.
• Exhibits high professionalism, conduct standards, and work ethic.
• Demonstrates high-quality customer service and builds rapport with consumers.
• Displays cultural competence, respect for co‑workers, teamwork, and appropriate conflict resolution.

Other Duties as Assigned

• Performs all job-related duties as assigned, consistent with board rules, policies, and regulations; complies with lawful directives when necessary.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of custodial work principles, materials, and methods.
• Knowledge of minor maintenance methods and materials.
• Knowledge of flag courtesy and care.
• Ability to recognize maintenance needs and take appropriate action.
• Ability to access computer email.
• Ability to use and care for operations equipment.
• Ability to make minor repairs to facilities and equipment.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to engage in self‑evaluation regarding performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Travel Requirements

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Physical & Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Tools/Equipment Used: Buffer, stripper, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, electric drill, hand tools, shampooer, lawn mower, edger, weed eater.
• Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching, and overhead reaching.
• Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) daily.
• Environment: Work outside and inside on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme temperatures, dust, blood/body fluids, toxic chemicals; irregular or prolonged hours.
• Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance required.
• Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Education: Accredited high school diploma, GED, or Texas Certificate of High School Equivalency preferred.
• Certification/License: None.
• Experience: Cleaning experience preferred.

This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.