Custodian

Maintenance Department; Rio Grande City (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Rio Grande City School District Maintenance Department in Rio Grande City, Texas is seeking a dedicated Custodian to maintain district facilities and grounds. The role focuses on cleaning, safety, and efficient building operations with on-site work.

The successful candidate will follow established cleaning procedures, assist with minor repairs, and help manage supplies and event setups in a school environment. Immediate starting date is requested.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and follow cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment.
• Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a cleaning schedule including floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
• Keep school building and grounds neat and clean, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas.
• 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.
• Assist with lunchroom setup by arranging tables and chairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs; report major repairs to the principal.
• Regulate HVAC to maintain appropriate temperatures and economical energy use.
• Move furniture or equipment within the building as directed by the principal.
• Set up facilities for special events.

Skills

Reading instructions

Minor repairs

Operate cleaning equipment

Handling cleaning supplies

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Buffer

Stripper

Wet vacuum

Dry vacuum

Electric drill

Hand tools

Shampooer

Lawn mower

Edger

Weed eater

Job description

Custodian

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Job Details

Job ID: 5501975

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 16, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

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

• High School Diploma or GED

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.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Working on‑site is an essential part of your job function.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

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.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

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