Custodian - Night Shift

Hampton City Schools; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established school district is seeking a dedicated Custodian for the night shift to ensure a clean and safe environment for students and staff. This role involves performing essential custodial duties, such as cleaning classrooms, restrooms, and common areas, while also preparing facilities for events. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and a strong understanding of effective cleaning methods and materials. Join a supportive team where your contributions will significantly impact the school community. If you are reliable, detail-oriented, and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; custodian experience preferred.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine custodial duties including cleaning classrooms and restrooms.
• Sanitize cafeteria tables and maintain building cleanliness.

Skills

Cleaning methods knowledge

Communication skills

Ability to follow instructions

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Safety gear

Job description

Position Type:
Custodial Services/ Custodian - Night Shift

Date Posted:
3/7/2024

Location:
Elementary/Middle/High

Closing Date:
Open until filled

POSITION INFORMATION:
Supervisor: Area Supervisor / Building Principal
Schedule: 12 months; 8 hours/day
Status: Full-Time
Hiring Range: $15.60 - $24.33 / hour
Start date: June 3, 2024

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs routine custodial duties, such as emptying trash and dusting furniture, fixtures, walls, and equipment.
• Vacuums, sweeps, mops, and machine scrubs throughout the school building, including hallways, classrooms, cafeteria, library, offices, and gym.
• Sanitizes cafeteria tables, water fountains, and restroom facilities, including toilets, countertops, and sinks. Cleans windows and mirrors. Stocks paper products as needed.
• Checks building exterior and interior for cleanliness and possible damage. Maintains grounds and parking lot, clearing areas of paper and debris.
• Prepares buildings for special meetings and events. Moves furniture, sets up chairs as needed, and cleans after the event.
• Performs minor repairs and assembles furniture and equipment as needed.
• Notifies supervisor or principal of broken or damaged items or areas that require a work order.
• Assists in loading and unloading delivery trucks.
• Ability to complete basic cleaning tasks as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience as a custodian is preferred.
• Knowledge of the cleaning methods, materials, and equipment used in custodial work, and the ability to use them safely, economically, and efficiently.
• Requires ability to measure, handle, and label chemicals correctly.
• Ability to observe and report needs for maintenance and supplies, and perform routine maintenance tasks.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Ability to get along well with students, officials, and the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain successful working relationships with fellow employees, school staff, and the public.
• Some assignments may require travel from one location to another. A valid driver’s license may be required.

PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Work requires regular lifting, stooping, bending.
• Sufficient strength, agility, and dexterity to perform all required tasks.
• Ability to work outdoors in a variety of temperatures and climate conditions.
• Ability to lift, move, transport supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, with manual or mechanical assistance and utilizing appropriate safety gear as per OSHA guidelines.

HAZARDS/UNUSUAL DEMANDS:

• Work requires exposure to cleaning liquids and other potentially toxic substances.
• Some cleaning activities may require exposure to blood, excrement, urine, and other body fluids.
• Work involves some exposure to heat and dust. Position requires work during evening/night shifts.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

You may apply anytime before midnight on the closing date. Please provide the following:

• Resume – recommended, if available

Only complete applications will be considered.

Hampton City Schools does not discriminate in employment against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, or other protected class. Personnel decisions are based on merit and the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of Human Resources, One Franklin Street, Hampton, VA 23669; [phone]. Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.