Carpet Cleaning Crew - Custodial

Mesa Public Schools; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Health insurance

Life insurance

Arizona Retirement System match

Job summary

Mesa Public Schools in Mesa, AZ is seeking a full-time evening carpet custodian to ensure timely carpet cleaning and a sanitary, safe environment across facilities.

The role requires IICRC certification (or attainable within six months), a valid Arizona driver’s license, and at least one year of custodial experience. New hires may receive experience-based pay adjustments and comprehensive benefits. Evening shifts include a $0.35/hr premium.

Qualifications

• Must have IICRC certification or be able to obtain within six months.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license to operate district vehicles.
• Minimum of one year custodial experience.
• Experience with carpet cleaning procedures, chemicals and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Spot and clean carpets using approved methods, equipment and chemicals.
• Respond to emergency cleaning requests.
• Lead summer carpet crew teams when needed.
• Perform related duties to support custodial operations.
• Maintain regular and on-time attendance.
• Serve as custodial substitute or assist staff for special projects.
• Assist others in completing work activities as assigned.

Skills

Carpet cleaning

Safety awareness

Team leadership

Communication

Education

IICRC Certification

High School Diploma (preferred)

Tools

Truck mount extractor

Ride-on extractor

High-lift machine

Job description

• Forbes named Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years.
• East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.

• Forbes named Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years.
• East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.

Employment Type:

Full-time (40 hours per week)

2nd Shift Evening (Plus $.35/hr shift pay)

Base Hourly:

$17.78

Class/Calendar:

A13, 12 months

Benefits:

Vacation, sick leave, holidays, retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance

Performance Pay:

Available annually

New Hire Experience:

1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten-year maximum

New Hire Education:

1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Job Summary:

To ensure the successful and timely completion of carpet cleaning tasks; and to maintain an attractive, sanitary and safe environment

Prior to employment or during the first 3 months of new hire probationary period, drug and alcohol testing shall be required of all new contract employees who work in Custodial. Any applicants having a confirmed positive test shall not be eligible for employment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Spot and clean carpets using appropriate methods, equipment and chemicals
• Respond to emergency calls
• Act as lead for summer carpet crew teams when needed
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
• Regular and on-time attendance required
• Act as custodial substitute or assist custodial staff for special projects
• Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
• Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Required Qualifications:

• Valid, or must obtain within six (6) months, Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certificate (IICRC)
• Must have and maintain valid Arizona driver’s license in order to operate district vehicles
• Minimum one year custodial experience
• Experience in proper carpet cleaning procedures, chemicals and equipment

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School education or equivalent preferred
• Experience in gym floor refinishing preferred

Skills & Competencies:

• Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate
• Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community
• Ability to operate truck mount carpet extractor, ride-on carpet extractor and high-lift machine up to 25’
• Ability to safely operate various heavy duty carpet cleaning equipment
• Ability to perform work assignments in accordance with verbal and/or written instructions; to effectively communicate (verbal and written)
• Ability to establish and to maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with customers, coworkers and supervisors
• Knowledge of custodial equipment, supplies and proper cleaning procedures for various carpet maintenance

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Primarily works inside school buildings but may need to clean entryways or transport equipment outside
• Often works evening or night shifts to clean after school hours. May include early mornings or weekends
• Handles commercial-grade carpet cleaning solutions, which require proper safety precautions
• Regularly lifts and moves heavy equipment (up to 50 lbs), such as carpet extractors, vacuums, and chemical containers
• Long periods of walking, standing, and moving throughout school buildings
• Works with loud equipment like carpet extractors, vacuums, and blowers

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.