25-26 SY Night Custodian

Hannasd; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Night Custodian to ensure a clean and safe environment for students and staff. This role involves working from 4 PM to midnight, maintaining facilities, and using various cleaning equipment. The ideal candidate should be committed to excellence, able to follow instructions, and work in various weather conditions. Join a supportive team that values your contributions and offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities. If you are looking for a fulfilling role in a dynamic school setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

Retirement plan options

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent education required.
• Experience in building and cleaning maintenance is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of school facilities and support students and staff.
• Follow safety procedures and use cleaning equipment properly.

Skills

Ability to follow work orders

Ability to describe cleaning problems

Ability to maintain cooperative relationships

Basic math skills

Ability to work in poor weather

Ability to work from heights

Ability to follow standard procedures

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Power equipment

Floor cleaning machines

Vacuum cleaners

Job description

Join to apply for the 25-26 SY Night Custodian role at Susquehanna Township School District.

Location: Thomas W. Holtzman, Jr. Elementary School

Start Date: July 2025

Overview: The Susquehanna Township School District endeavors to be a world-class school district with performance excellence expectations for all employees. We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Night Custodian at the Thomas W. Holtzman, Jr. Elementary School for the 2025-2026 school year. The ideal candidate will be committed to supporting students, teachers, and stakeholders through clean buildings and facilities. Hours are 4pm to 12am.

Equipment: Uses hand tools of trade and related power equipment, including brooms, mops, floor cleaning and waxing machines, vacuum cleaners, snow blowers, shovels, power mower, and hand tools.

Safety Requirements: Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations governing the proper use of tools and power equipment used in the performance of duties. Wears appropriate safety gear, including masks. Must comply with the school district's chemical hygiene program and follow MSDS sheets.

Travel Requirements: Occasional travel between schools, or between schools and central office, may be required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:

• Ability to follow oral or written work orders from a supervisor, and to coordinate work with principal and others.
• Ability to describe orally or in writing cleaning, maintenance, or repair problems as needed.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide all units of measure.
• Ability to work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow.
• Ability to work above ground from ladders and automatic lifts.
• Ability to perform work according to standard procedures and schedule set forth by supervisor(s).

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

• Works in standard office and school building environments.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, solvents, and contaminated trash, grasses, pollens, etc.

Qualifications Profile:

• Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
• High School Diploma or completion of sufficient education to successfully perform the duties of the position.
• Previous experience in building and cleaning maintenance desirable.
• PA Motor Vehicle Operator's license or ability to provide own transportation.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience and education level.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.
• Retirement plan options.
• Rate: $17.25 plus $0.45 shift differential = $17.70 per hour.

The Susquehanna Township School District does not discriminate in employment, education programs, or activities based on race, sex, handicap, or national origin. This policy of non-discrimination extends to all other legally protected classifications in accordance with state and federal laws including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Primary and Secondary Education