Full Time Mid Shift Custodian

Yorkville Community Unit School District 115; Bristol Township (IL); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Full time

Job summary

Yorkville Community Unit School District 115 is seeking a Mid Shift Custodian to maintain the cleanliness of district buildings, equipment, and furnishings, stock supplies, and ensure facilities are ready for the next shift. The role involves daily cleaning of classrooms and offices, floor care, waste removal, disinfecting surfaces, snow removal, and basic maintenance on equipment.

It reports to the Building Operations Supervisor and requires a high school diploma and a valid Illinois driver's

Qualifications

• The individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily.
• Knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform the job at a fully acceptable level.
• Strong communication, safety and teamwork abilities are required.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the Building Operations Supervisor daily.
• Cleans assigned facilities and grounds to maintain cleanliness and safety.
• Disinfects surfaces and fixtures.
• Maintains supplies and equipment.
• Monitors students and staff for safety.
• Performs summer maintenance to prepare facilities for next year.
• Performs minor maintenance on custodial equipment and fixtures.
• Clears snow and salts walkways for safety.
• Secures building; ensures doors and windows are locked.
• Wears PPE and follows safety measures.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.
• Promotes safety, health and comfort of students and employees.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety practices

Written communication

Oral communication

Record keeping

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position

Maintenance/Custodial/ Maintenance General

Overview

Mid Shift Custodian – The Mid Shift Custodian is responsible for the overall cleanliness of the District's buildings, equipment and furnishings. Ensures that cleaning supplies are stocked, equipment is functional and the building is operational and ready for the next shift.

Reports To

Building Operations Supervisor

Essential Functions

• Reports to the assigned school/facility on a daily basis as determined by the Building Operations Supervisor.
• Cleans the assigned facilities and/or grounds (sweeps, mops, and/or vacuums floors, dusts and cleans offices, classrooms and other work areas; strips, restores and polishes floors as scheduled, collects and removes waste, washes walls, windows and doors, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a condition of operating excellence, cleanliness and safety.
• Disinfects required surfaces and fixtures.
• Maintains supplies and equipment.
• Monitors students and staff in and around work areas for the purpose of preventing injuries and ensuring site safety.
• Performs summer maintenance/cleaning to prepare the facilities for the next school year.
• Participates in training for the purpose of conveying and gathering information required to perform job functions.
• Performs minor maintenance on custodial equipment, classroom furniture and fixtures for the purpose of ensuring proper function and usability of items (ceiling tiles, filters, light bulbs, etc.).
• Clears snow and salts walkways around the building for the purpose of maintaining a high standard of safety, cleanliness and efficiency.
• Responsible for securing the building and ensuring that all doors and windows are shut and latched.
• Wears the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and uses all safety measures when performing any task.
• Performs any other tasks that may be requested at the building to which the custodian is assigned for that shift.
• Promotes the safety, health, and comfort of the students and employees.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

The individual must be able to perform each essential job duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The following requirements are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or other abilities needed to perform the job at a fully acceptable level.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Skills: Ability to operate equipment and materials used in industrial maintenance; adhere to safety practices; and prepare and maintain accurate records. Communication skills include the ability to write reports and correspondence; clear and concise oral and written communication; reading and interpreting information; and displaying courtesy and tact with respect to others.

Knowledge: Basic math (fractions, percents, ratios); read manuals, write documents in prescribed formats, and present information. Knowledge of methods of industrial cleaning (including floor and carpet), basic tools for minor repairs, and safety practices and procedures.

Ability: Schedule activities, gather data, and consider multiple factors when using equipment; flexibility to work with others; work with data and operate equipment using standardized methods; work with diverse individuals; problem solve using data and equipment; meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibility

Work under direct supervision using standardized routines; may lead, guide, and/or coordinate others. Utilization of District resources is often required. There is ongoing opportunity to impact the organization's services.

Work Environment

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those encountered while performing essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Physical demands include significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling; some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling; frequent fine finger dexterity. Typical distribution: 5% sitting, 75% walking, 20% standing. Employee may frequently lift/move up to 50 pounds and occasionally more than 75 pounds. Exposure to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions; occasional exposure to wet/humid conditions, high places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate.

Other Skills and Abilities

Maintain confidentiality regarding students; promote a harassment-free environment; ability to learn and operate upgraded machinery and equipment; comply with District and Board of Education policies.

Experience

Job-related experience preferred.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent.

Required Testing, Certificates, Licenses

Current and valid Illinois Driver's License. No other certificates or licenses specified.

Continuing Education / Training, Clearances

Employment physical/TB test; Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background check.

FLSA Status

Non Exempt per Board policy. Benefit Schedule A. Starting Hourly Rate: $19.00 / hour.

This position is part of the Yorkville CBA.

Postings current as of 7/18/2026 11:43:46 PM CST.