Custodian - East Side Elementary (2nd Shift) 2:00pm - 10:30pm

Concord Community Schools; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Concord Community Schools in Indiana is seeking a dedicated Custodian to maintain a clean and safe school environment. You will perform daily cleaning, restroom sanitation, waste management, and basic maintenance tasks to support a productive learning atmosphere.

The role requires a valid driver's license and reliable performance; you will assist with site operations, move furniture, support event setups, and report maintenance issues to the Building Lead as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Six to twelve months custodial or maintenance experience preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, scrub, and vacuum hallways, classrooms, and office spaces daily.
• Clean restrooms daily, including sanitizing sinks, toilets, urinals, and mirrors; dust fixtures weekly.
• Empty trash containers daily; sanitize receptacles weekly or as needed.
• Disinfect high-touch surfaces and desks daily; straighten desks and chairs.
• Replace light bulbs and ceiling tiles as needed; maintain HVAC filters during breaks.
• Report maintenance issues to Building Lead and assist with equipment upkeep.
• Remove snow and debris from entryways and sidewalks; secure building daily.
• Move furniture and assist with event setup when required.

Skills

Driver's License

Custodial Experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

The Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment within school buildings.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Must have a valid Driver's License
• Sweep, mop, scrub, and vacuum hallways, stairwells, classrooms, and office spaces daily.
• Clean restrooms daily, including sweeping, mopping, sanitizing sinks, toilets, urinals, and mirrors; dust fixtures, vents, and stalls weekly; remove graffiti as needed.
• Empty classroom, office, and hallway trash containers daily; clean and sanitize trash receptacles weekly or as needed.
• Disinfect high-touch surfaces and desks daily; straighten desks and chairs.
• Clean chalkboards and marker boards at least once a week.
• Dust computers, keyboards, ledges, windows, baseboards, and vents weekly.
• Replace light bulbs and ceiling tiles as needed.
• Maintain HVAC systems by replacing filters and performing routine maintenance during breaks.
• Report any maintenance issues to the Building Lead.
• Remove snow and debris from entryways and sidewalks.
• Ensure door glass, frames, and handles are kept clean at all times (inside and out).
• Properly clean, store, and charge custodial equipment; report any equipment issues.
• Maintain cleanliness of school grounds; empty exterior trash cans as needed.
• Carry a radio at all times during shifts and respond promptly when called.

Assist In Other Areas Or Buildings As Required

• Secure the building daily, ensuring all doors and windows are locked and unnecessary lights are turned off.
• Move furniture and equipment as needed for school activities.
• Comply with local regulations regarding waste disposal.
• Conduct facility inspections, including checking boilers, water meters, and kitchen temperatures.
• Maintain courtyard lawn, trim shrubbery, and cultivate flower beds as needed.
• Participate in event setup and breakdown when available.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Six to twelve months of related custodial or maintenance experience preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate custodial cleaning equipment effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively in one-on-one and small group settings with colleagues and supervisors.
• Ability to follow written, verbal, and diagrammed instructions.
• Knowledge of building maintenance and operations preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must have full range of vision, including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception.
• Ability to perform snow removal for events and student arrival/departure.

Work Environment

• May work near moving mechanical parts and in environments with fluctuating temperatures.
• Noise levels are typically moderate.

Terms Of Employment

Salary determined by the School Board.

EVALUATION

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the district policy handbook.