Custodian

South Harrison Community School Corp.; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time employment

Benefits included

Job summary

South Central Elementary School is seeking a dedicated Custodian to maintain a clean, safe learning environment. This full-time, 261-day position requires 40 hours per week and offers benefits.

You will perform daily cleaning of classrooms, hallways, restrooms, and common areas, handle floor care, waste disposal, window cleaning, and set up spaces for events. A high school diploma is required and ability to lift and perform physical tasks.

Applicants must pass a nationwide criminal history check.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to perform custodial tasks safely.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and clean environment that supports student learning and activities.
• Clean classrooms, corridors, stairwells and other areas daily.
• Dust, sweep, vacuum, mop and buff floors as needed, at least daily.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms daily; restock supplies.
• Clean and polish water fountains and glass displays weekly.
• Clean gym floors, bleachers and concession areas as directed.
• Summer cleaning of all rooms and hallways.
• Set up tables and chairs for events and meetings.
• Report damages to principal or maintenance staff immediately.

Skills

Physical abilities

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Title: Custodian

Date Created: 10-29-26 (06:11 PM) End Date: Location: Elizabeth, IN Position Type: Non-Certified Staff Content Areas: Custodian at South Central Elementary School

Starting salary $21.14 an hour

Full time with benefits

261 day position, 40 hours a week

All employees must complete a nationwide criminal history

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent. Must possess skills and physical abilities

Duties:

• Provide a safe and clean environment that fosters students’ learning and activities. In order for this to be accomplished, all employees must work together as a team. Although individual assignments may be given, the appearance of the entire facility reflects on the custodial staff - both individually and jointly.


• Clean all classrooms, corridors, stairwells and other auxiliary areas daily. This includes dusting of furniture and window coverings, disposing of garbage and the cleaning of blackboards and/or whiteboards. Generally, all surfaces should be thoroughly cleaned daily.


• Dust, sweep, vacuum, mop and buff floors as needed, at least daily.


• Clean and sterilize restroom fixtures, partitions, floors, walls and mirrors daily. Replace soap, paper towels and toilet paper daily. Restrooms should be refreshed throughout the school day and immediately before extra-curricular functions.


• Clean and polish water fountains daily.


• Dust shelving and clean glass on all trophy cases weekly.


• Clean gymnasium floors, bleachers and concession areas as directed.


• Summer cleaning of all rooms and hallways from floor to ceiling, including furnishings.


• Wash windows and clean windowsills as needed. Front entrance doors should be washed daily.


• Scrub, strip and wax floors as needed.


• Replace light bulbs and fluorescent tubes as needed each day. If assistance is needed from the maintenance department, please report the need via work order.


• Maintain and clean the grounds outside the building. This includes the landscaped areas. Efforts should be made to maintain an excellent appearance of the facility at all times.


• Sweep exterior walks and lots as needed.


• Set up tables, chairs and other articles for meetings, games and other events.


• Report any damages of school property to the Building Principal and/or maintenance personnel immediately. If neither of these individuals is available, contact the Office of the Superintendent at the Administrative Center.


• Receive deliveries and store items in designated areas or as directed by the Building Principal.


• Know the location and proper use of all fire equipment.


• Secure all classrooms and buildings, including locking windows and doors and checking for fire hazards.


• Report any heating/cooling problems immediately. Problems arising in the evenings are to be reported to one of the maintenance personnel at their home.


• Clean all tools and equipment after use and store in their proper location.


• Comply will all reasonable oral or written directives of the Building Principal or the Office of the Superintendent.