FACILITIES SERVICEPERSON

Broward County Public Schools; Deerfield Beach (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Broward County Public Schools is seeking a custodial worker for Quiet Waters Elementary in Deerfield Beach to maintain clean, safe school facilities. Responsibilities include cleaning classrooms, restrooms, gyms, and common areas, handling trash, and operating cleaning equipment.

The role requires ability to lift, perform floor care, and follow English instructions, with a focus on safety and reliability. Training and certification in Basic Facilities Service are expected during probation.

Qualifications

• Ability to complete Basic Facilities Service training and certification.
• Ability to perform custodial work.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment such as shampoo machines and vacuums.
• Ability to lift heavy objects.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions in English.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Computer skills as required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Clean all areas assigned such as cafeteria, restrooms, offices, gymnasium, halls, outside areas, and others as scheduled and according to custodial standards.
• Empty containers of trash and debris from offices, classrooms, hallways, repair shops, etc.
• Sweep, mop, brush, vacuum, strip and wax floors, including walls, walkways and other building surfaces.
• Perform heavy lifting such as removing garbage cans or compactor bags to the dumpster.
• Wash and sanitize sinks, toilets, showers, plumbing fixtures and other restroom facilities and replenish supplies of soap, towels, etc.

Skills

Custodial work

Heavy lifting

Operate cleaning equipment

English literacy

Education

High school diploma

GED

Tools

Shampoo machines

Wet/dry vacuums

Ladders

Job description

To perform semi-skilled work involving heavy cleaning such as mopping, scrubbing, stripping, refinishing and other assigned duties, to maintain the cleanliness, orderliness, appearance and safe condition of schools and buildings in a responsible and accurate manner.

Requisition ID: 24138

Work Location: QUIET WATERS ELEMENTARY

City: DEERFIELD BEACH

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Clean all areas assigned such as cafeteria, restrooms, offices, gymnasium, halls, outside areas, and others as scheduled and according to custodial standards.
• Empty containers of trash and debris from offices, classrooms, hallways, repair shops, etc., carry garbage cans, and compactor bags to dumpster and dispose of properly.
• Sweep, mop, brush, vacuum, strip and wax floors, including walls, walkways and other building surfaces.
• Perform heavy lifting such as removing garbage cans or compactor bags to the dumpster.
• Wash and sanitize sinks, toilets, showers, plumbing fixtures and other restroom/shower-room facilities and replenish supplies of soap, towels, etc.
• Replace light bulbs or florescent lights and clean fixtures; remove and clean filters.
• Dust, wipe, wash and wax furniture such as desks, chairs, tables, filing cabinets, chalkboards and trays, etc. and perform minor repair work, as needed.
• Operate heavy equipment in stripping and sealing floors in the gymnasium and on the stage; heavy duty wash and dry vacuums to prepare floors throughout the school/center.
• Replace light bulbs, fluorescent lamps, fuses, soap and towel receptacles and other worn or depleted items.
• Move or transport school furniture, such as chairs, file cabinets, desks, and television monitors.
• Change air conditioning filters routinely and clean vents, as necessary.
• Maintain equipment in a satisfactory condition by lubricating parts properly, replacing rotary brushes, cleaning, as necessary, and storing them safely and securely.
• Receive and assist with unloading supplies, furniture, etc. and store properly.
• Inform supervisor of needed supplies. Identify building equipment, mechanical equipment and structural problems which require servicing or maintenance. Inform immediate supervisor of needs and call-in maintenance work orders as directed by facility administrator.
• Practice safety continuously and ensure that a safe working area exists.
• Complete all projects in a competent manner by ensuring proper recording of time and materials used.
• Perform and promote all activities in compliance with the equal employment and non-discrimination policies of The School Board of Broward County, Florida.
• Participate, in training programs offered to enhance the individual's skills and proficiency related to the job responsibilities.
• Review current developments, literature and technical sources of information related to job responsibilities.
• Ensure adherence to safety rules and procedures.
• Follow federal and state laws, as well as School Board policies.Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor, or designee.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Ability to complete the Basic Facilities Service job related training program, offered by Broward County Public Schools and receive a Basic Facilities Service certification within the probationary period of employment.
• Ability to perform custodial work.
• Ability to operate labor saving devices such as shampoo and scrubbing machines, wet and dry vacuums, plus other heavy labor-saving devices in the schools.
• Ability to do heavy lifting, climb ladders to replace light bulbs and filters from air conditioning equipment.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions in English on cleaning and equipment operation.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Computer skills as required for the position.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of an approved General Educational Development (GED) Testing Program or receipt of Special Diploma.
• A minimum of two (2) years of successful work experience with the Broward County Public Schools in the position of facilities serviceperson aide.
• Bilingual skills.

SIGNIFICANT CONTACTS-frequency, contact, purpose

Majority of contact is with employees within the department utilizing communication skills requiring tact and courtesy to give or receive information directly related to performing the job.

Physical Requirements

Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District's approved compensation plan.

Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the School Board.

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08/13/2026 - Open Until Filled

Work Calendar:

261 Day Cal

Pay Grade:

FA1401

Classification:

Nonexempt

Compensation

Hourly Rate - $15.84 - $27.29 per hour

Shift Differential (If applicable) - $ 0.35 -Facilities Serv Nght Shft /

NOTE: New hires will be hired at the minimum of the assigned salary range

The Job Code for this position is: NN-009.