Custodian - 11:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. shift; $20.16/hr starting wage

Linn-Mar Community School District; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Linn-Mar Community School District is seeking a Custodian for the 11:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. shift. The role involves cleaning and maintaining district facilities to support a safe, sanitary educational environment.

Starting wage is $20.16 per hour with opportunities for routine maintenance and basic repairs. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and custodial experience. You will work under the Custodial Supervisor within the Operations and Maintenance department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous custodial experience preferred.
• Ability to operate basic cleaning equipment and tools.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize restrooms, classrooms, offices, and common areas per supervisor instructions.
• Maintain grounds including sidewalks, snow removal, lawn care and parking lots.
• Restock supplies and monitor inventory; request additional supplies as needed.
• Assist visitors and staff, provide directions and support facility use.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks and report repair needs to supervisor.
• Promote energy conservation by turning off lights and managing thermostats.
• Ensure security of building and grounds; check doors and windows.

Skills

Custodial experience

Housekeeping

Safety procedures

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Custodian - 11:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. shift; $20.16/hr starting wage JobID: 6432

• Position Type:
  Operations and Maintenance/ Custodian
• Date Posted:
  10/30/2026

Position Title: Facility Services / Custodian
Department: Operations and Maintenance
Immediate Supervisor: Custodial Supervisor

Summary

Keeps the District's school buildings in such a state of housekeeping excellence that they present no problems or interruptions to the educational program.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

(other duties may be assigned)

• Clean and preserve designated spaces, equipment, etc. in assigned buildings (i.e., including but not limited to: clean and sanitize restrooms, classrooms, offices, multipurpose rooms, corridors, stairs, windows, sinks, drinking fountains, carpets, garbage cans, wastebaskets, gym, cafeteria and other areas as directed by the principal or assigned supervisor. Clean, mop, wash, buff and vacuum floors)
• Maintain grounds and perform seasonal ground work (including but not limited to: sidewalk care, snow removal, lawn care, shrubs & landscaping, parking lots, driveways and fencing, trash pick-up)
• Restock disposable items and provide accurate inventory usage and data (including but not limited to: classroom and restroom supplies, including paper towels, soap and related items; store all supplies, tools & equipment neatly; request additional supplies according to established procedures)
• Assist visiting public utilizing the facilities with directions within the building in a courteous manner; obtain and set up needed equipment. Cooperate and share professionally with other members of the staff.
• Perform minor adjustments and repairs as needed (including but not limited to: proficient in the use of hand tools, small power tools, gardening tools, various types of pipe, wire, lumber, building materials, cleaning supplies, ladders and scaffolds; perform regularly scheduled preventive maintenance, changing bulbs, clearing drains, clearing plugged toilets, adjusting thermostats)
• Promote energy conservation (including but not limited to: turning off lights, closing proper doors, regulating thermostats, checking pipes/fixtures for leaks, checking windows for cracks/caulking)
• Communicate with Principal/Supervisor or other site personnel or students for the purpose of providing information regarding activities, safety and/or proper maintenance of facilities. Report any damage to school property and any maintenance needs.
• Assure the security of the building and grounds (lock/unlock gates and doors, check windows, turns lights on/off, rooms and buildings are checked for fire hazards)
• Exercise knowledge of proper safety techniques (including but not limited to: wearing proper personal protective equipment, handling of materials, lifting techniques, use of all equipment and climbing apparatus)
• Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance
• Other duties as assigned

Professional Standards

1. Quality of work (Maintains the District's school buildings in such a state as to assure an attractive, sanitary and safe environment.) Uses proper procedures to complete tasks and assignments. Sets goals with supervisor and evaluates results to determine effectiveness. Clean and preserves designated spaces, equipment, etc. using approved methods. Maintain grounds and perform seasonal ground work.

2. Quantity of work (The amount of work performed is evidence of high productivity; industrious; accountable for own fair share of work load; seeks additional tasks)

3. Knowledge of job (Job methods, procedures, practices and responsibilities are well understood and reflected in job performance; exhibits continuous improvement and ongoing learning) Participates in meetings, training and special events. Demonstrates knowledge of methods, procedures and practices of assigned duties. Demonstrates knowledge of job requirements. Exhibits good judgment in decisions. Keeps accurate inventory records.

4. Creativity/Problem solving (Offers new ideas; suggests innovative and better ways of performing necessary tasks)

5. Interpersonal skills (Works collaboratively with others; courteous; polite; pleasant; promotes positive image in contacts with co-workers and District customers)

6. Dependability (Reliable; punctual; consistent attendance; completes work accurately and in a timely fashion; stable and calm in a crisis or emergency; works independently)

7. Professional appearance(Dress is acceptable for the job; appears clean, well-groomed and "professional")

8. Organizational skills(Exhibits ability to prioritize work; organizational skills enhance job productivity)

9. Safety (Provides safety and security for self and others through following proper safety procedures at all times)

10. Written/Verbal communication (Conveys information and ideas accurately and courteously to clearly met the needs of the staff/students/visitors, transfers thoughts and ideas into speech and presents clearly)

11. Managing change/adaptability (Demonstrates good understanding of organizational changes and communicates support for such change. Adapts to changes in schedule and work assignments)

12. Professional approach (Professional, positive and helpful approach with visitors and District employees. Displays loyalty toward the organization. Demonstrates a capacity to understand internal and external customer requirements and produces a professional level of service that is satisfactory)

13. Flexibility (Demonstrates openness to new organizational structures and procedures. Willingly takes direction and will modify one's preferred way of doing things)

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Minimum Education or Experience

• High school graduate or GED
• Previous custodial experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Able to prioritize, organize, and accomplish assigned work.

Able to work independently and/or as a team to complete tasks and meet goals.

Basic knowledge required to identify building conditions and/or chemicals which could be hazardous.

Knowledge of how to safely use, post notice, and dispose of chemicals.

Working knowledge of facilities and custodial procedures and processes.

Skilled in and knowledgeable of correct use and maintenance of facilities/custodial equipment to accomplish assigned tasks.

Able to recognize problems, determine causes, and take appropriate action for resolution.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Basic skills required to make minor equipment and building maintenance repairs.

Able to take direction and respond to requests in a courteous and helpful manner.

Able to perform basic mathematical skills, such as addition, subtraction, division and multiplication to determine weight, volume and distance.

Able to read, write and interpret rules, reports and procedure manuals as required to perform assignments.

Able to perceive identification numbers marked on material; read and understand numbers and volumes; and transcribe numbers.

Able to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.

Able to quickly move hands and arms to grasp, manipulate, or assemble products.

Able to coordinate two or more limbs while sitting, standing, or lying down.

Able to physically exert body over long periods of time.

Able to use abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time.

Able to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with the body, arms, and legs.

Possess a valid Iowa Drivers' license.

Physical Demands

• Ability to walk/stand constantly.
• Ability to perform low level work within 4 inches of the floor frequently.
• Ability to climb up and down ladders frequently.
• Ability to manipulate 10 inch stairs frequently.
• Ability to maintain balance on wet, icy or snow covered surfaces.
• Ability to perform bending and stooping frequently.
• Ability to perform overhead reaching up to 74 inches occasionally.
• Ability to reach out with a wingspan of 36 inches and exert a force of 40 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to perform twisting occasionally.
• Ability to perform handling/grasping frequently.
• Ability to perform fine manipulation occasionally.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs up to 49 inches occasionally.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs from a height of