Custodian (Mid Day Shift)

MSDWT; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Custodian to maintain cleanliness and safety within the J. Everett Light Career Center. This role involves various responsibilities, from cleaning classrooms and restrooms to performing minor maintenance tasks and ensuring the building is secure at the end of each day. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and the ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and the public. Join a supportive environment where your contributions will play a vital role in creating a clean and welcoming space for learning.

Benefits

Paid Leave Days

Paid Holidays

Retirement Contributions

Life Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various publics.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of the building and premises at all times.
• Perform minor maintenance duties and report repairs needed.
• Ensure the building is secured at the end of each day.

Skills

Effective Communication

Time Management

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Cleaning Equipment

Job description

Position Type:

Maintenance/Custodial/Warehouse/ Custodian

Date Posted:

1/21/2025

Location:

J. Everett Light Career Center

Job Title:

Custodian

Work Schedule:

10:00am – 6:30pm (M-F)

Calendar Length:

260 working days

FLSA Classification:

Hourly

Hourly Rate:

$15.60/hour

Benefits:

Paid leave days, paid holidays, retirement contributions (PERF, 401a, VEBA), life insurance and health, dental and vision insurance offerings.

If you are viewing this posting from an external website (i.e., Indeed), please apply at:
www.msdwt.k12.in.us/hr/careers/

Job Description:

The Custodian is responsible to the Building Foreman and/or the Building Administrator in charge of Custodial personnel. Responsibilities include:

1. Keeping the building and premises, including sidewalks, driveways, and play areas, neat and clean at all times.
2. Shoveling, plowing, and sanding walkways, driveways, parking areas and steps as appropriate.
3. Sweeping and/or vacuuming classrooms daily and dusting furniture when requested and/or as directed.
4. Cleaning corridors after school each day and as needed.
5. Scrubbing, hosing down and disinfecting restrooms daily.
6. Washing windows on both the inside and outside at least twice each year and as needed.
7. Keeping the grounds free from rubbish.
8. Performing such yard keeping chores as grass cutting and tree trimming as necessary to maintain the school grounds in a safe and attractive condition.
9. Keeping all floors in a clean and attractive condition, and in a good state of preservation.
10. Reporting immediately to the Building Foreman any repairs that need attention and/or any damage to school property.
11. Performing minor maintenance duties, i.e. changing light bulbs, changing ceiling tiles, etc.
12. Moving furniture and/or equipment within buildings as required for various activities and as directed by the Building Foreman.
13. Assuming responsibility for the closing of the building each school day. This includes ensuring all doors and windows are secured, and that all lights are off except for those left on for safety reasons.
14. Performing other duties as assigned by the Building Foreman and/or the Building Administrator in charge of Custodial personnel.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Must be able to work efficiently and effectively at a fast pace and exhibit good attendance. The ability to communicate effectively with various publics including students, parents, teachers, administrators, staff and outside and public agencies is essential.

Education:

All candidates must have high school diploma and/or its equivalent.

Physical Demands:

Physical Requirement Percentage of Time

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time: Very Frequent
• Ability to lift 25 pounds: Often
• Ability to carry 25 pounds: Often
• Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations: Seldom
• Ability to see for the purpose of reading rules and policies and other printed matter: Seldom
• Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation: Very Frequent
• Ability to operate job-related equipment: Very Frequent
• Ability to reach in all directions: Very Frequent

Seldom = Less than 25%
Occasional = 26 to 50%
Often = 51 to 75%
Very Frequent = Greater than 75%

Washington Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer