Custodian - Leadworker Night

Polkschoolsfl; Florida; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package: medical, dental

Vision and life insurance

Paid holidays and leave time

Flexible work options for some roles

Professional growth and development

Mentoring and support networks

Job summary

Polk County Schools is hiring a Custodial Leadworker Night to oversee cleaning operations at Auburndale area schools. The role involves supervising night staff, maintaining floors, cleaning restrooms, and supporting event setups.

The ideal candidate will have basic education, be able to follow directions, and communicate effectively. Some knowledge of custodial operations and physical stamina is required; bilingual is a plus.

Qualifications

• Completion of eighth grade, providing proof, if attainable, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Some knowledge of the methods and equipment used in custodial tasks.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to perform work requiring strength.
• Ability to work continuous hours while standing.
• Ability to learn routine custodian and janitorial duties.
• Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow the assigned cleaning schedule and supervise night custodians.
• Empties trash, cleans chalkboards, dusts surfaces, and cleans restrooms.
• Strips, cleans, and maintains floors; vacuums carpets and cleans drinking fountains.
• Assists in setting up facilities for meetings, classrooms, and events.
• Performs maintenance tasks using lawn and garden tools as needed.

Skills

Physical stamina

Bilingual ability

Follow instructions

Education

8th grade or equivalent

Job description

Job Location: Auburndale Central Elem. PK-5

Job Location (Short): Auburndale, FL, USA, 33823

Status: Open

Posting End Date:

Salary Grade: Custodial Leadworker Night

Position Title

Custom Job Purpose

This position exists to perform heavy manual work in cleaning tasks in and around schools, buildings and grounds.

Essential Functions of this Job

Follows assigned cleaning schedule. Assigns, evaluates, and supervises the work of the night custodians. Empties trash containers, pencil sharpeners and other receptacles. Cleans chalk trays and chalkboards. Dusts ledges, furniture, lights, etc. Replaces spent light bulbs. Refills restroom dispensers. Strips, cleans, burnishes, and applies finish to hard surface floors. Vacuums and shampoos carpets. Cleans and disinfects drinking fountains. Assists in the maintenance of clean, safe and sanitary toilet, shower and dining room facilities. Washes walls, windows, and glass surfaces. Uses tools, equipment and materials such as mops, power floor scrubber and buffer, vacuums, mop bucket and wringer, push and corn broom, floor and window squeegee, dust cloths, dustpans, finishes, toilet bowl mops and brushes, ladders, dollies, insecticides, germicides, bowl acid, cleaning agents, seals, lawn care tools such as lawnmowers, power edger, hand lawn and garden tools, two-cycle equipment, and other tools related to lawn and shrub maintenance, and other maintenance hand tools. Follows instructions for proper use and mixture of chemicals and supplies. Assists lunchroom and warehouse personnel in stacking of heavy crates, boxes, etc. Maintains cleanliness of dining rooms as assigned. Assists with the setups of facilities for meetings, classrooms, and events, etc. Performs maintenance work at school plant by using lawnmower, power edger, hand lawn and garden tools and other tools related to lawn and shrub maintenance.

Essential Functions of this Job (cont.)

Non-Essential Functions of this Job

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Completion of eighth grade, providing proof, if attainable, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Some knowledge of the methods and equipment used in custodial tasks. Ability to understand and follow instructions. Ability to perform work requiring strength. Ability to work continuous hours while standing. Ability to learn routine custodian and janitorial duties. Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Work Context

Requires standing, walking and moving about to coordinate work. Requires face-to-face discussions and contact with individuals and/or teams. Requires coordination of work tasks to establish priorities, set goals and meet deadlines.

Physical Environment

Requires standing for the majority of the day, and the ability to frequently lift, carry, move and/or position objects weighing between 20 and 50 pounds. Requires working both indoors and outdoors. Requires exposure to outdoor elements, including weather changes, foliage, insects. Requires the handling and use of cleaning solvents and solutions. Requires the proper use of personal protective devices and equipment as assigned.

Collective Bargaining Agreement

No matter your role, you’ll be part of a supportive team dedicated to student success and employee well-being.

Looking for perks? We've got you covered.

• Full benefits package: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• No-cost employee health clinics
• Paid holidays and leave time
• Flexible work options for some roles
• Professional growth and development
• Access to mentoring and support networks

Why work with Polk County Schools?

From IT to operations, everyone plays a role in student success.

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