Full-time Substitute Custodian

Grundy/Kendall HR Consortium; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Plano Community Unit School District 88 is seeking a dedicated Custodian to maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming learning environment. The role covers school facilities, classrooms, corridors, and common areas, with responsibilities that include cleaning, basic maintenance, and security tasks.

The ideal candidate has good physical stamina, can operate ladders and lift weights, and is able to perform summer maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

• Passed physical examination.
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities.
• Willing and able to climb a six foot stepladder and lift forty pounds.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Keeps building and premises neat and clean at all times.
• Shovels, plows, and/or salts walks, driveways, parking areas and steps, as appropriate.
• Checks daily to insure that all exit doors are open, all panic bars are working properly, and all entrance doors are kept secured during occupancy.
• Daily sweeps/vacuums classrooms, empties wastebaskets and cleans/disinfects furniture and related areas.
• Cleans corridors after school or as needed.
• Cleans and disinfects toilet floors and fixtures daily.
• Washes interior and exterior windows at least twice yearly.
• Keeps grounds free from rubbish.
• Maintains clean and attractive floors and surfaces.
• Cleans chalkboards/whiteboards as needed.
• Assists with building repairs under supervision.
• Reports repairs promptly to supervisor.
• Reports damage to property immediately.
• Remains on the premises during school hours and during approved non-school hours.
• Ensures doors, windows, and lights are secured when leaving.
• Reports inventory and requisitions supplies as needed.
• Performs ongoing maintenance and repair tasks.
• Moves furniture or equipment as directed for activities.
• Complies with waste storage and disposal procedures.
• Performs summer maintenance activities including moving furniture, floor cleaning, waxing, and repairs.
• Demonstrates cooperation and punctuality; attends regularly and dresses appropriately.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Head Custodian or Principal.

Skills

Physical fitness

Aptitude

Lifting ability

Safety compliance

Job description

Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/ Custodian

Date Posted: 11/11/2025

Date Available: ASAP

District: Plano Community Unit School District 88

Hours: 6:00am - 2:30pm or 3:00pm -11:30pm

This position is full-time, 12- months

JOB GOAL: To provide students with a safe, attractive, comfortable, clean and efficient place in which to learn, play and develop.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Passed physical examination.
2. Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities.
3. Willing and able to climb a six foot stepladder and lift forty pounds.
4. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1. Keeps building and premises, including sidewalks, driveways and play areas neat and clean at all times.
• 2. Shovels, plows, and/or salts walks, driveways, parking areas and steps, as appropriate.
• 3. Checks daily to insure that all exit doors are open, all panic bars are working properly, and all entrance doors, but one, are locked during the hours of building occupancy.
• 4. Daily sweeps/vacuums classrooms, empties wastebaskets and cleans/disinfects furniture, and additional tasks as assigned.
• 5. Cleans corridors after school each day and/or during the day when their condition requires.
• 6. Scrubs and disinfects toilet floors daily, and cleans all sanitary fixtures and drinking fountains daily.
• 7. Washes all windows on both the inside and outside at least twice each year, and more frequently if necessary (entry doors and surrounding glass should be kept especially clean).
• 8. Keeps the grounds free from rubbish.
• 9. Keeps all floors in a clean and attractive condition and in a good state of preservation.
• 10. Cleans all chalkboards/whiteboards as needed.
• 11. Makes building repairs under the direction of the Head Custodian/Principal and/or Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds.
• 12. Reports needed repairs promptly to the Head Custodian/Principal.
• 13. Reports immediately to the Head Custodian/Principal any damage to school property.
• 14. Remains on the school premises during school hours, and during non-school hours when the use of the building has been authorized and his/her attendance required by the Principal.
• 15. Assumes responsibility for building security such as the opening and closing of the building each school day and for determining, before leaving, that all doors and windows are secured, and all lights except those left on for safety reasons, are turned off.
• 16. Reports an inventory of supplies, equipment and fuel, and requisitions such needed replacements to the Head Custodian far enough in advance so that they may be delivered in such time as will not hinder the custodian in his/her duties.
• 17. Conducts an ongoing program of general maintenance, upkeep and repair.
• 18. Moves furniture or equipment within buildings as required for various activities and as directed by the Head Custodian/Principal.
• 19. Complies with local laws and procedures for the storage and disposal of trash, rubbish and waste.
• 20. Performs summer maintenance activities including, but not limited to, the following:
  • a. Move classroom and office furniture and prepare area for floor cleaning and finishing.
  • b. Power scrub, strip and wax floors.
  • c. Clean lighting fixtures throughout building and replace bulbs in a timely manner.
  • d. Paint wall and door trim as needed.
  • e. Assist maintenance personnel with lawn moving.
  • f. Trim/pull weeds around building and playground when needed.
• 21. Demonstrates cooperation, courtesy and willingness to improve conditions and situations involving staff, parents and students.
• 22. Attends regularly, dresses appropriately (wears district provided shirts and close toed shoes), requests approval for time off and reports for work on time.
• 23. Performs other duties as assigned by the Head Custodian, building Principal and/or Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds.

COMPENSATION: Based on Plano CUSD 88's Collective Bargaining Agreement .

For further information, please contact Bryan Appel, Director of Operations, at [e-mail].

District Mission Statement: The Mission of Plano School District is to empower and inspire our diverse student body to achieve academic excellence, experience personal growth, and make positive contributions to society.

District Vision Statement: Students – Our students will think critically, persevere, and contribute productively to society. Families & Community – Our family and community members are partners in the educational process and will support the fundamental Mission of the District. Educators – Our educators have unwavering high expectations, believe in students, demonstrate a growth mindset, and foster a collaborative environment.

Visit the district website at www.plano88.org