Custodian

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational service agency is seeking a dedicated Custodian to ensure a clean and safe environment for students and staff. This role involves routine cleaning, maintenance, and monitoring of facilities, requiring physical stamina and attention to detail. Join a supportive team that values your contributions, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. If you are passionate about maintaining a safe learning environment and enjoy hands-on work, this opportunity is perfect for you. Apply now to be part of a dynamic organization that makes a difference in the community.

Benefits

Health and wellness benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off benefits

Eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness

Participation in PSERS

Qualifications

• Ability to lift heavy objects and climb ladders.
• Experience with cleaning chemicals and safety procedures.
• Ability to stand and perform repetitive motions for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment.
• Performs routine cleaning, maintenance, and sanitization tasks.
• Reports maintenance needs and manages cleaning supplies.

Skills

Basic math skills

Knowledge of standard cleaning methods

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Walk behind scrubbers

Vacuum cleaners

Floor buffers

Job description

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Multiple vacancies exist for a Custodian to work within the Office of Facilities & Operations at the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit. These positions will become available on July 1st, 2025. The Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment within the facility. This role includes routine cleaning, maintenance, and sanitization of offices, restrooms, and common areas. The Custodian also monitors building conditions, reports maintenance needs, and ensures that cleaning supplies are stocked. This position requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and adherence to safety procedures when handling cleaning equipment and chemicals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Basic math skills
• Knowledge of standard cleaning methods and procedures
• Ability to stand, walk, and bend for many hours.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion for extended periods of time.
• Experience with using cleaning equipment, walk behind scrubbers, including vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and cleaning solutions.
• Background in handling, mixing, and using cleaning chemicals.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards safety rules
• Communication skills
• Ability to lift heavy objects, climb ladders and work at heights.
  
  

Duties & Responsibilities

• Keeps building and property in clean and orderly condition.
• Performs routine maintenance activities.
• Performs heavy cleaning duties.
• Sweeps, mops, scrubs, or vacuums floors.
• Gathers and empties trash.
• Scrubs, sanitizes, and supplies restroom facilities.
• Dusts furniture, walls, and equipment.
• Cleans windows, mirrors, and partitions with soap and other cleansers.
• Mixes cleaning solutions and chemicals in containers in preparation for cleaning, according to instructions.
• Follows procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power machinery to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Cleans and polishes fixtures and furniture.
• Shampoos or steam-cleans carpets and rugs.
• Cleans and polishes furniture and fixtures.
• Manages inventory of cleaning supplies.
• Drives vehicles required to perform or travel to cleaning work, including industrial trucks, vans, or industrial vacuum cleaners.
• Notifies managers regarding the need for repairs or additions to building operating systems.
  
  

Location:

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is located at 2 W. Lafayette St. Norristown, PA 19401.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7 hours/day, 12 months (260 - 262 days/year)

Day Shift: 10:00am - 6:00pm

Night Shift: 2:00pm - 10:00pm

Salary

$21.04/hour - $24.75/hour (F4)

About Us

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, a regional educational service agency, provides dynamic, visionary leadership and effective, efficient services for constituent school districts, schools and students.

Why Should You Apply?

The MCIU offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify. This may include

• Health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, prescription, vision, and life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Participation in PSERS (Public School Employees’ Retirement System).
• Paid time off benefits.
  
  

How To Apply

Applications can be submitted online at www.mciu.org/careers (Job ID: 1424). Please contact the Human Resources Office at [e-mail] or 610-755-9307 if you have any questions or need assistance.

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

Key Words

Facilities

Maintenance

Custodial

School District

Montgomery County

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• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

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