4hr Custodian

Young World Physical Education; Harahan (LA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

On-site work environment

Job summary

Jefferson Parish Schools in Harahan, LA is seeking a 4hr Custodian to assist the Plant Manager in maintaining safety, cleanliness, and appearance of the school building. The role includes opening/closing, supervising custodial staff, and supporting daily operations and events as needed.

This posting outlines responsibilities for facilities maintenance, inventory, and basic repairs, with overtime possible. Compensation is competitive with benefits included, contributing to a safe learning

Qualifications

• Effective reading, writing, and comprehension of operating equipment instructions and chemical use.

Responsibilities

• Open building in the morning; secure it in the afternoon.
• Operate heating and air conditioning systems in absence of an engineer.
• Ensure rooms are properly ventilated.
• Replace light globes or fluorescent tubes.
• Receive supplies, check inventory, and request custodial supplies.
• Report vandalism and keep records; report daily to the principal.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Reading comprehension

Basic math

Tools

Power tools

Mop & buffers

Ladders & manual tools

Job description

4hr Custodian

Jefferson Parish Schools, Harahan School – Harahan, Louisiana. Open in Google Maps.

Job Details

Job ID: 5819536

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 07, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 27, 2026

Job Description

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the plant manager in maintaining safety, security, cleanliness, and appearance of the entire school plant; assume full responsibility when the Head Custodian is absent.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Open building in the morning; secure it in the afternoon.
• Operate heating and air conditioning systems in the absence of an engineer.
• Ensure rooms are properly ventilated.
• Replace light globes or fluorescent tubes.
• Receive supplies, check inventory, and request janitorial supplies for custodial staff, cafeteria, and stadium.
• Report vandalism immediately to the principal and keep records.
• Report daily to the principal on the condition of the school.
• Check fire‑fighting equipment and playground equipment for safety and proper functioning.
• Repair, remove, or secure any unsafe equipment and report findings to the principal.
• CUT and maintain the school yard, shrubs, and watering schedule.
• Remove trash and debris from premises.
• Buff floors when appropriate.
• Maintain cleanliness of halls and entrances during the day.
• Check boys’ dressing rooms during the day.
• Clean classroom units as specified by work schedule and school needs.
• Raise and lower the flag.
• Be available for school and school‑sponsored activities. Outside agencies pay for use of the building as prescribed in policy manual.
• Set up for assemblies, conferences, plays, and programs when required.
• Supervise custodial staff, inspect their work, assign duties, keep time records, and report to the principal.
• Perform light maintenance functions such as replacing faucet handles, light switches, door knobs, door adjustments, glass repairs, and painting for all buildings on the school plant.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Plant Manager.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/HOURS WORKED:

• All weather conditions, winter and summer.
• Employee is expected to provide and wear appropriate clothing for the day’s conditions.
• Work day consists of eight hours per day with a half‑hour lunch break.
• Occasional overtime, after‑hours, Saturday and Sunday work.
• Plant managers and custodial personnel may be required to work a split shift.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

• Read and comprehend service orders and repair request documents; write job completion information.
• Use basic math skills to review purchase receipts and time‑keeping information.

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Electric and/or air‑driven power tools (saws, drill motors, table tools, etc.).
• Electric buffers, strippers, mop, push broom, power lawn equipment, riding mower, gas weed trimmer, edger rake, etc.

PHYSICAL INVOLVEMENT:

• Regular walking and carrying of tools, equipment, and building materials.
• Work surface variations: mud, gravel, concrete, dirt, grass.
• Climb 6, 8, 10, and 12‑foot step ladders, extension ladders, stairs, and scaffolding routinely.
• Lift and carry equipment daily; maximum one‑person load of 50 pounds.
• Occasional two‑person coordinated lifting.

MENTAL INVOLVEMENT:

• Schedule, plan, and coordinate multiple job tasks.
• Interface with all levels of administrators.
• Interface with contractors, assign and monitor work.
• Comprehend and produce written instructions.

HUMAN RELATIONS INVOLVEMENT:

• Resolve personnel disputes with fairness, maintaining the best interest of JPPSS.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Effective reading, writing, and comprehension of operating equipment instructions and chemical use.

Compensation:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Competitive benefits package.

Position Type: Full‑Time

Contact Information

• Stephanie Scott, Principal
• HARAHAN SCHOOL
• Phone: 504‑835‑8439
• Email: [e-mail]