Custodian - 4hr

Hillsborough County Public Schools; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Hillsborough County Public Schools is seeking a Custodian for a 4‑hour shift in Tampa, FL. The role involves daily cleaning, minor maintenance, yard duties, and supporting a clean, healthy learning environment across district facilities.

The position requires regular attendance, reliability, and basic English communication. Training through the district is encouraged, with opportunities to contribute to a safe, well‑maintained school environment.

Qualifications

• One year of increasingly responsible experience in large scale housekeeping, custodial, or building and grounds maintenance work.
• Custodial Operations Career Advancement training through Hillsborough County Public Schools is encouraged.
• Basic working English language skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, scrub, wax, and burnish floors; vacuum and shampoo carpets; clean and stock restrooms; dust surfaces; remove waste daily; maintain custodial closets.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks like changing light bulbs, toilet seats, and touching up paint.
• Open/close and secure facilities; control lighting; respond to emergencies and secure perimeters.
• Work independently or with a crew; support coworkers; assist with setup for activities and meetings.
• Possess the ability to follow directions and maintain safety procedures.

Skills

Working English

Teamwork

Stamina

Computer skills

Tools

HCPS email system

HCPS district website

Job description

Custodian - 4hr

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Job Details

Job ID: 5881718

Application Deadline: Sep 25, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Posted: Aug 11, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Summary: The Custodian, 4 Hour, will perform daily cleaning, minor maintenance, yard duties, and assigned tasks in order to provide a clean and healthy learning environment in all school district facilities.

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS:

• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance. Physical presence is expected as part of a reliable and predictable pattern of attendance.
• Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

Responsibilities

• Sweeps, mops, scrubs, waxes, and burnishes floors, as well as vacuums and shampoos carpets as applicable; cleans, sanitizes, and stocks restrooms; cleans and dusts all horizontal and vertical surfaces as assigned; removes and disposes of waste products daily; maintains clean custodial closets.
• Performs minor non‑cleaning maintenance tasks of facility (e.g., changes light bulbs, changes toilet seats, unclogs toilets, changes ceiling tiles, touches up paint, secures windows, delivers supplies, sets up for facility activities/meetings/conferences, assembles and moves furniture).
• Follows a lawn and facility maintenance program, including, but not limited to: mowing (pushing and/or riding), weeding, weed‑eating, edging, trimming, fertilizing, minor plant replacement, mulching, blowing off sidewalks/curbs, watering, pressure washing, and graffiti removal, as appropriate.
• Opens, closes, and secures facility, including gates, doors, windows, and alarm systems. Turns on and off all lights, making sure that grounds and facilities are free of debris and hazards. Responds to emergencies by securing the perimeter.
• Performs work duties independently and/or as part of a custodial crew depending upon the nature of the task, works cooperatively in group situations, exhibits tact and consideration, displays a positive outlook and pleasant manner, offers assistance and support to co‑workers, and works actively to resolve conflicts.
• Assumes modified duties and responsibilities of the Head Custodian or Custodial Crew Leader in the event of absence or vacancy and by same and other duties as assigned.
• Possess basic comprehensive skills of the working English language.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.

Other information

Attendance & Punctuality: Schedules time off in advance. Begins working on time. Keeps absences within guidelines. Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent. Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Dependability: Responds to requests for service and assistance. Follows instructions and responds to management direction. Takes responsibility for own actions. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines.

Job Knowledge: Competent in required job skills and knowledge. Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills. Keeps abreast of current developments. Requires minimal supervision. Displays understanding of how job relates to others. Uses resources effectively.

Personal Appearance: Dresses appropriately for position. Keeps self well‑groomed. Wear School Board provided uniform daily.

Safety & Security: Observes safety and security procedures. Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines. Uses equipment and materials properly. Reports potentially unsafe conditions.

Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Puts success of team above own interests.

NOTE: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age.

The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

Experience: One (1) year of increasingly responsible experience in large scale housekeeping, custodial, or building and grounds maintenance work.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: All new and current employees are highly encouraged to complete the Custodial Operations Career Advancement training program through Hillsborough County Public Schools.

Language Skills: Reads and comprehends simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Writes simple correspondence. Effectively presents information in one‑on‑one and small group situations. Must possess basic comprehensive skills of the working English language.

Mathematical Skills: Add and subtract two digit numbers and multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s. Perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Reasoning Ability: Applies common sense understanding to carry out simple instructions. Deals with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.

Computer Skills: Internal HCPS email system and HCPS district website as appropriate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Activities: Standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, crawling, handling, keyboarding, fingering, feeling, talking, hearing, tasting/smelling, near acuity, far acuity, depth perception, color vision, and field of vision.

Lifting Demands: Up to 55 pounds; over 55 pounds requires a 2-person lift.

Reaching Activities: Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.

Environmental Conditions: Extreme cold, extreme heat, wet/humid, noise intensity 3 moderate, work with cleaning chemicals – wear eye protection, vibration/impact, work with or near heavy equipment, proximity to moving mechanical parts, exposure to electrical shock, fumes, or airborne particles.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Custodian

Contact Information

• Althea Walker
• 901 East Kennedy Boulevard
• Tampa, Florida 33602
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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