2026-27 Custodian, Head I (ES)

Fields Elementary School; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Fields Elementary School in McAllen, Texas seeks a Custodian, Head I (ES) for the 2026-27 school year. Starting immediately, the role includes maintaining the building, supervising other custodians, and ensuring a clean, safe campus for students and staff.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED, a valid Texas Class C license, and at least three years of custodian experience. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred; the position pays $14.25–$19.69 per hour with monthly pay and a 242

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: High School Diploma or GED, preferred
• Special Knowledge/Skills: Proficiency in English and Spanish; read, write and speak effectively
• Experience: Three (3) years as a custodian or related field, required

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive maintenance programs to keep buildings neat, clean and safe
• Inspect the building daily and report major repairs or hazards
• Assist staff with movement of furniture, supplies and equipment as needed
• Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment; order more as needed
• Develop and maintain a cleaning schedule for floors, restrooms and surfaces

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Safety awareness

Reading/writing skills

Supervisory ability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning equipment operation

Safety procedures

Job description

2026-27 Custodian, Head I (ES)

McAllen Independent School District Fields Elementary School - McAllen, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5956534
Application Deadline: Oct 19, 2026 5:00 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 09, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

To help maintain the physical school plans in the condition of operating excellence so that full educational use of it may be made at all times. To be responsible for helping and guiding other custodians whom he or she supervises to maintain the physical school plant and grounds in a condition of operating excellence so that full educational use of it may be made at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

High School Diploma or GED, preferred

Clear driving record, required

Valid Texas driver’s Class C license, required

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Proficiency in both English and Spanish

Ability to read, write and speak in an effective manner

Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment

Ability to handle cleaning supplies in a safe and harmless manner

Ability to perform minor repairs of building and grounds maintenance tools and equipment

Experience:

Three (3) years of experience as a custodian or experience in a related field, required

Workdays:242

Auxiliary Pay Structure: Pay Grade 3

Pay Date: Monthly

Hourly Pay Range:

Minimum: $14.25

Midpoint: $16.97

Maximum: $19.69

Note:Starting pay for a new hire in a pay range plan will be determined individually based on each person's job-related experience and salaries paid to peer employees in the same position with similar experience.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Provide a program of preventive maintenance for all custodians that will ensure buildings and premises are kept neat, clean and safe at all times.

2. Inspect the building daily, make minor building repairs as needed and report major repairs and/or safety hazards to the immediate supervisor on appropriate forms.

3. Assist staff with movement of furniture, supplies and equipment as necessary or as directed by supervisors.

4. Use safe practices in the custodial maintenance of the facility and conduct monthly safety meetings with assigned staff.

5. Comply with safety and hazardous laws and regulations in the performance of his/her job to include training of assigned staff.

6. Maintain an inventory of all cleaning supplies and equipment and order additional supplies as needed.

7. Attend meetings as required or directed by supervisors.

8. Perform job safety training, asbestos awareness notification and training on use of maintenance supplies and equipment.

9. Assist in overseeing other custodians and in providing orientation to new employees.

10. Document and verify work time sheets/timecards for himself/herself and other assigned staff.

11. Work outside of regular assigned work schedule to include extra‑curricular functions and to repair/replace needed facilities that may involve night and/or weekend duty as requested.

12. Develop and maintain a cleaning schedule that will include the cleaning of floors, whiteboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment and restrooms.

13. Assist other custodians in stripping floors and waxing as needed.

14. Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.

15. Establish and monitor procedures for opening and closing the building, locking, checking and safeguarding facilities daily.

16. Assume responsibility during the summer for the painting of the interior and exterior of the building, as well as blackboards.

17. Stay informed of the District’s energy conservation procedures and implement them at his/her campus.

18. Perform crossing guard duties as assigned.

19. Follow McAllen ISD customer service standards.

20. Perform other duties assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Campus Custodians

EQUIPMENT USED:

Shop equipment and tools:

Custodial cleaning equipment (scrubber, wet/dry vacuum, burnisher, backpack vacuum, ride/walk behind auto scrubber) and supplies, ladder, scaffold, small hand tools (screwdrivers, wrenches, hammers, sockets, pliers, crimpers, wire cutters, etc.), handsaws, power tools (saw, drill, sander, etc.), torque wrench, drills, grinder, jacks, lift equipment, fire extinguishers

Vehicles and related equipment:

Safety equipment (flares, reflective signs), radio communication equipment

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

Reading labels in English on potentially harmful cleaning chemicals and paints; ability to understand verbal and written instructions; ability to communicate effectively; maintain emotional control under stress; ability to handle several projects at the same time with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Ability to frequently lift and carry moderate weights (15-44 pounds), sitting, standing, walking, climbing (stairs, ladder, scaffold, or ramps), balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive hand motions, hearing, speech, visual acuity, distinguishing colors, exposure to temperature extremes (hot or cold), exposure to humidity extremes, exposure to noise, exposure to low or intense illumination, exposure to vibration, exposure to microwaves, exposure to biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.), exposure to chemical hazards (asbestos, fumes, vapors, gases, dust, smoke, etc.), exposure to electrical hazards, work outside, prolonged exposure to sunlight, work with hands in water, work around moving object or vehicles, work around machinery with moving parts, work on slippery surfaces, work on uneven surfaces, work alone, work prolonged or irregular hours

Position Type: Full‑Time
Salary: $14.25 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Custodian

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Ruben D. Trevino , Executive Director
• Dept of Facilities Maint & Ops
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]