Building Manager (Custodial) (26-27 SY) – Elementary School

Irving ISD; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Irving ISD is looking for a Custodial Building Manager for an elementary school in Irving, Texas. The role involves ensuring safety and cleanliness in school facilities, coordinating with staff, and performing minor repairs to plumbing, electrical systems, and cleaning equipment. A high school diploma and 3–4 years of relevant experience are required. Candidates should have the ability to read instructions and perform custodial tasks efficiently. This position is critical for maintaining a conducive learning environment.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of experience required.
• Six months of custodial services experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cleanliness and safety standards are met.
• Maintain bathrooms and classrooms; perform minor repairs.
• Service HVAC and plumbing systems as needed.

Skills

Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures

Ability to operate and use cleaning equipment and supplies

Demonstrated ability to coordinate personnel

Broad knowledge of school housekeeping

Ability to perform minor plumbing and electrical repairs

Able to speak and understand English and Spanish

Education

High School Diploma (or GED)

Tools

Carpentry tools

Plumbing tools

Electrical tools

Cleaning chemicals

Job description

IRVING ISDCUSTODIAL BUILDING MANAGER – ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Job Title: Custodial Building Manager – Elementary School

Exemption Status: Nonexempt

Reports To: Custodian Coordinator

Funding Source: General Fund

Department/School: Operations

Pay Grade: Facilities – 3

Date Revised: June 2019

Primary Purpose

Ensure building and grounds are cleaned by using routine procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or GED); 3–4 years of experience required
• Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures
• Aptitude for successful completion of tasks
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate personnel to accomplish tasks
• Broad knowledge of school housekeeping
• Ability to perform minor plumbing and electrical repairs
• Ability to operate and use cleaning equipment and supplies
• Ability to speak and understand English and Spanish (preferred)
• Six months of custodial services experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Work cooperatively with principals and supervisors to ensure high standards of safety and cleanliness; coordinate with the Custodian Night Lead to determine building needs.
• Daily clean offices, computer labs, library, health clinic, and custodial workspaces; maintain perimeter free of debris; stock and restore restroom supplies; perform minor plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repairs.
• Assist food services staff with daily trash pickup and clean cafeteria and corridors after meals.
• Perform first‑level maintenance repairs (plumbing, electrical, carpentry); inspect buildings for graffiti, broken windows, damaged doors, cracked bricks, and foundation concerns; report, repair, or clean as appropriate.
• Inspect interior and gym for damaged hardware, partitions, ceiling tiles, floors, walls, doors, and fixtures; report, repair, or clean as required.
• Conduct weekly roof checks, remove debris, and differentiate roof vs. condensation leaks by removing ceiling tiles when possible.
• Service HVAC system: check disconnects, reset circuit breakers, adjust thermostats, clean air supply and return grilles.
• Service electrical system: change ballasts, light bulbs, emergency exit lights, receptacle covers, reset circuit breakers, turn off building power, repair guards over fixtures.
• Service plumbing system: install valve kits, shut off water to appliances, replace washers in faucets, unclog restroom fixtures, light pilot lights on appliances and water heaters.
• Maintain supply and equipment inventory; request supplies as needed.

Other

• Demonstrate professionalism, ethics, and responsibility; serve as a role model for staff, students, and the public.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Safety

• Follow established safety procedures for lifting, climbing, and operating tools and equipment.
• Correct unsafe conditions and report them to supervisors promptly.
• Observe safety rules and district policy; wear personal protective equipment; report injuries and incidents immediately.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate performance of custodial staff.

Physical Demands & Environmental Factors

Tools: Carpentry, plumbing, electrical and hand tools, buffer, stripper, wet/dry vacuum cleaner, shampooer, cleaning chemicals. Requires frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending, pushing, pulling, twisting, walking, climbing stairs/ladder, grasping, overhead reaching, and occasional irregular hours. Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds without assistance, 30–55 pounds with assistance, and over 55 pounds with assistance. Work outside and inside on slippery or uneven surfaces; exposure to hot/cold temperatures, dust, chemicals, noise, and vibration.

EEO Statement & ADA Compliance

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. The information in this document is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.