Future Custodian

Newton ISD; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A district school system is seeking a Custodian to clean and maintain school facilities. Responsibilities include maintaining a cleaning schedule, assisting with inventory of supplies, and performing minor repairs. Ideal candidates should have the ability to operate cleaning equipment and handle heavy lifting. This is a nonexempt role requiring no specified education but involves a mix of physical demands across various environments.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building maintenance.
• No specific educational certification required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a cleaning schedule for floors, windows, and restrooms.
• Assist in maintaining inventory of cleaning supplies.
• Perform preventive maintenance to ensure safety and comfort.

Skills

Ability to read and understand instructions

Knowledge of minor repair techniques

Ability to operate cleaning equipment

Ability to lift heavy equipment

Tools

Buffer

Wet and dry vacuum cleaner

Electric drill

Hand tools

Shampooer

Lawn mower

Edger

Weed eater

Job description

Applications will be accepted Sunday, December 1, 2024 12:00 AM - Wednesday, December 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Future Custodian

Job Title: Custodian Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports to: Custodial Services Supervisor/Principal Date Revised: 2013

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Primary Purpose:

Clean and maintain district facilities using routine procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification: None specified

Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures. Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance. Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment. Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies.

Experience: None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Cleaning

Maintain a cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.

Keep school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas, neat and clean.

Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.

Assist in maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional supplies as needed.

Maintenance and Repair

Assist with lunchroom set up, including arranging tables and chairs.

Perform preventive maintenance to ensure the comfort, health, and safety of students and staff. Make minor building repairs as needed and report major repair needs to principal.

Regulate heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide appropriate temperatures and ensure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity.

Move furniture or equipment within building as directed by principal.

Assist in setting up facilities for special events.

Safety

Assist with opening and closing building each school day checking to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during hours of building occupancy. Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.

Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.

Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.

Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:

Buffer, stripper, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, electric drill, hand tools, shampooer, lawn mower, edger, and weed eater.

Posture:

Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.

Motion:

Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching, and overhead reaching.

Lifting:

Heavy lifting and carrying on a daily basis.

Environment:

Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours.

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.