Building Custodian (Part-Time)

Marysville Schools; Marysville (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Marysville Exempted Village School District is seeking a part-time custodian to perform cleaning and basic maintenance for a school building and its grounds. The role includes sweeping, scrubbing, carpet care, and some light repairs, with responsibilities for lunchroom and gym areas as needed.

You will also manage outdoor upkeep, assist with events, supervise student workers, and ensure safety compliance. On-call availability and ability to lift up to 50 pounds are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be age 18 or older.
• Ohio Driver's License required.
• Residence in the Marysville School District preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean assigned areas using sweeping, dusting, scrubbing, waxing.
• Prepare, clean and reorganize lunchroom or locker rooms as needed.
• Complete minor repairs and maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Load/unload supplies and equipment including cafeteria items.
• Care for grounds and snow/ice removal; outdoor upkeep.
• Assist with extended-day activities cleanup.
• Supervise student workers/volunteers on custodial duties.
• Observers health and safety regulations; coordinate with inspectors.

Skills

Cleaning & maintenance

Lawn care & snow removal

Safety compliance

Lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High School diploma or GED

Ohio Driver's License

Tools

Cleaning equipment operation

Power tools handling

Job description

REPORTS TO:

Principal

EMPLOYMENT STATUS:

Regular, Part-Time

FLSA STATUS:

Non-exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:

Perform the cleaning and other tasks necessary for the proper upkeep of a building and its grounds.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Clean the assigned areas of the building as instructed, performing such activities as sweeping, dusting, scrubbing, stripping floors, shampooing carpets, waxing.
• Perform duties that are particular to the assigned building and shift; for example, prepare, clean and reorganize the lunchroom, or clean the locker rooms and gymnasiums.
• Complete minor repairs and maintenance projects as assigned; for example, electrical repairs, plumbing tasks, carpentry projects, painting.
• Load and unload supplies, furniture and equipment, including food and other cafeteria supplies when needed.
• Care for the lawn and shrubs; remove snow, ice and litter, and perform other outdoor tasks, as needed, to keep the grounds safe and pleasant looking.
• Assist with the preparation and clean-up related to school or community extended-day activities.
• Accompany and assist health and environmental inspectors.
• Supervise the student workers and volunteers who are assigned to custodial duties.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work cooperatively with the Maintenance Department.
• Requisition supplies through the Head Custodian, if applicable, or the Maintenance Director.
• Maintain an appropriately neat and clean personal appearance. May be required to wear a uniform on the job.
• Observe all safety and health regulations of the school district. May be required to assure the appropriate labeling of hazardous materials.
• Maintain a positive relationship with staff, students and parents.
• Complete all required forms; for example, sick leave and vacation, as directed. When an administrator is unavailable in the building, forms must be mailed or delivered to the central office.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or, if applicable, the Head Custodian.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be age 18 or older.
• Ohio Driver's License.
• Residence in the Marysville School District preferred.
• Experience in maintenance, repair work and cleaning, particularly floor cleaning, preferred.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Basic skills in repairing, cleaning, lawn care and snow removal.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to work effectively for a full shift without supervision.
• Ability to operate the equipment listed below.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED:

• Cleaning equipment, such as vacuum cleaners, floor strippers and polishers, mops, carpet cleaning machines.
• Basic hand tools.
• Power tools, such as drills and saws.
• Mowing and snow removal equipment.
• One-man electrical lift.
• Wood working equipment.
• Other tools and equipment associated with building and grounds upkeep.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• On call 24 hours per day for emergencies.
• Exposure to all weather conditions.
• Some work in confined spaces, dark spaces, dirty work areas.
• Exposure to hazardous driving conditions.
• Regular requirement to lift, push, pull, carry tools and equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Regular requirement to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, handle, read, speak, hear.
• Exposure to chemicals and contaminants, such as cleaning products, weed killers, flammable and combustible liquids.
• Use of potentially hazardous equipment; for example, platforms, ladders, electrically powered equipment and electrical wiring.
• Exposure to blood or other bodily fluids and tissue.

NOTE:

The above lists may not be ranked in order of importance.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Length of Employment: One Year Limited Contract
• Salary: Based on current classified salary schedule with appropriate experience and training
• Fringe Benefits: Based on current classified handbook

The Marysville Exempted Village School District is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and is in compliance with SECTION 504 OF THE REHABILITATION ACT OF 1973.