Custodian (Part-time)

Idaho School Boards Association; Poland; On-site; PLN 62,000 - 82,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational organization in Poland is seeking a part-time Custodian to maintain cleanliness and safety in school facilities. The role involves regular cleaning tasks, managing heating and cooling systems, and performing minor repairs. Candidates should ideally have a high school diploma and exhibit mechanical aptitude. The position requires physical capability for tasks including lifting up to 55 pounds. The role supports the educational environment by ensuring facilities are ready for use.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred.
• Read and write at a minimum of 9th grade level.
• Previous experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 55 pounds.
• Ability to work with staff, students, and the public.
• Previous experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Alternatives to qualifications may be accepted by the Board.

Responsibilities

• Keep building and grounds clean and neat at all times.
• Regulate HVAC systems for appropriate temperatures.
• Perform maintenance on motors and equipment as required.
• Check exit doors and panic bolts during occupancy.
• Sweep, vacuum, and dust classrooms; clean corridors daily.
• Disinfect bathrooms and clean fixtures daily.
• Wash windows as assigned by Lead Custodian.
• Perform yard-work to maintain safe grounds.
• Maintain floors in good condition and report major repairs.
• Perform routine maintenance on motors and equipment.
• Report damage to the supervisor promptly.
• Open and close the building daily and secure doors/windows.
• Move furniture and equipment as required by supervisor.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to work with staff, students, and the public

Physical capability for lifting up to 55 pounds

Reading & writing (9th grade)

Education

High School Diploma preferred

Job description

Position

Title: Custodian (Part‑time)

Date Posted: 8/26/2024

Date Available: 2025‑2026 School Year

Location: Various Locations in the District (Jefferson School District 251)

Reports To

Building Principal

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred.
• Read and write at a minimum of 9th grade level.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Physically capable of performing assigned tasks, including lifting up to 55 pounds.
• Ability to work with staff, students, and the public.
• Previous experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Other alternatives to the above qualifications may be accepted as deemed appropriate by the Board.

Employment Terms

This is an “at‑will” position in that the employer or employee may terminate employment at any time, or for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law. The “employment at will” policy cannot be changed verbally or in writing, unless the change is specifically authorized in writing and expressly approved by the Board of Trustees.

Emergency conditions may arise which will require attention at any hour of the day or night. Benefits will be in accordance with approved Board policy.

Performance of this position will be evaluated by the Building Administrator in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on the evaluation of classified personnel.

Job Goals

To maintain the physical school facilities in a condition of operating excellence, cleanliness, and safety, so that full educational use of them may be made at all times.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Keep building, premises, sidewalks, driveways, play areas, and grounds neat and clean at all times.
• Regulate heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide appropriate temperatures and ensure economical use of fuel, water, and electricity.
• Shovel, plow, and/or sand walkways, driveways, parking areas, and steps as needed and in accordance with district policy.
• Check daily to ensure all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during building occupancy.
• Sweep, vacuum, and dust classrooms daily, and clean corridors after school and as needed during the day.
• Scrub, wash, and disinfect bathroom floors daily; clean all sanitary fixtures and drinking fountains daily.
• Wash windows as assigned by the Lead Custodian.
• Perform yard‑keeping chores such as grass cutting and tree trimming to maintain a safe and attractive school grounds.
• Maintain floors in a clean and attractive condition and in a good state of preservation.
• Make minor building repairs and report necessary major repairs to supervisor.
• Perform regularly scheduled maintenance on motors and other mechanical equipment when required.
• Immediately report any damage to school property to supervisor.
• Remain on school premises during school hours and during non‑school hours when building use has been authorized and attendance is required.
• Be responsible for opening and closing the building each school day, ensuring all doors and windows are secured and lights are turned off except those left on for safety reasons.
• Move furniture and equipment within the building as required for activities and as directed by supervisor.
• Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash, rubbish, and waste.
• Maintain high standards of ethical behavior and confidentiality.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.