Custodian

Few Primary; Jasper (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Jasper Independent School District Few Primary in Jasper, Texas is seeking a Custodian to clean and maintain district facilities and grounds. The role requires following cleaning schedules and safety procedures to ensure a safe, healthy environment for students and staff.

Starting immediately, the custodian will perform routine maintenance, minor repairs, and handle cleaning supplies while supporting school activities and events as needed.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to read and understand cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment.
• Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning: Maintain a cleaning schedule for floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
• Maintenance and Repair: Perform preventive maintenance, minor repairs, and report major needs to the principal.
• Safety: Follow safety procedures, inspect equipment, and safeguard facilities.
• Other duties: Set up lunchrooms and facilities for events.

Skills

Reading instructions

Maintenance knowledge

Cleaning equipment operation

Handling cleaning supplies

Heavy lifting

Education

High School/Trade School degree preferred

Tools

Buffer

Stripper

Wet/dry vacuum

Electric drill

Hand tools

Shampooer

Lawn mower

Edger

Weed eater

Job description

Custodian

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Job Details

Job ID: 5918362

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 08, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

ob Title:CustodianExemption Status/Test:Nonexempt

Reports to:PrincipalRevised:

Dept./School:Assigned Campus

Primary Purpose:

Clean and maintain district facilities using routine procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

None specified

Special Knowledge/Skills:

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

Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance

Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment

Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies

Experience:

None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Cleaning

• Maintain a cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
• Keep school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas, neat and clean.
• Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.
• Assist in maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional supplies as needed.

Maintenance and Repair

• Assist with lunchroom set up, including arranging tables and chairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance to ensure the comfort, health, and safety of students and staff. Make minor building repairs as needed and report major repair needs to principal.
• Regulate heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide appropriate temperatures and ensure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity.
• Move furniture or equipment within building as directed by principal.
• Assist in setting up facilities for special events.

Safety

• Assist with opening and closing building each school day checking to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during hours of building occupancy. Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.
• Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Tools/Equipment Used: Buffer, stripper, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, electric drill, hand tools, shampooer, lawn mower, edger, and weed eater.

Posture: Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching, and overhead reaching

Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Reviewed by Date

Received by Date

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $21,549 to $29,453 Per Year

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required