Future Opening: Full-time Custodian

Economic Opportunities Advancement Corporation; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Economic Opportunities Advancement Corporation seeks a Custodian to maintain cleanliness of a childcare facility in a live environment, indoors and outdoors, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., 12-month schedule. Compensation ranges from $30,000 to $32,500 per year.

The ideal candidate has custodial experience, ability to work independently, and comfort with laundry duties, safety procedures, and routine maintenance. EOAC emphasizes equal opportunity and community service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• One year of custodial experience.
• Must pass pre-employment background check, drug screen & physical.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Experience with cleaning chemicals and cleaning agents.
• Ability to perform routine laundry and cleaning duties.
• Scheduling flexibility for after-hours events or emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of the assigned facility and grounds per EOAC policy.
• Laundry of infant/toddler bedding and curriculum supplies; vacuuming and mopping; sanitize floors and restrooms.
• Use cleaning chemicals per product safety standards.
• Keep bathrooms and classrooms stocked with supplies.
• Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment; requisition as needed.
• Complete minor maintenance duties as requested by supervisor.
• Assist nutrition staff with meal delivery/removal as needed.
• Respond to emergencies per EOAC policy (drains, leaks, floods).
• Complete required training including First Aid/CPR.

Skills

Custodial experience

Independent work

Communication

Follow instructions

Chemical handling

Laundry duties

After-hours availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Brooms and mops

Vacuum cleaners

Floor scrubbers

Buffers

Washers and dryers

Job description

Job Title: Custodian
Classification: Non-Exempt; Full-time
Supervisor: Director of Operations
Pay Grade: Grade 7; step depending on experience and qualifications
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; 12 Month Employee, Hours may vary depending on the needs of the program.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred
• a. One year of custodial or related work experience.
• b. Must pass pre-employment and routine criminal background check, drug screen & physical.
• c. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• d. Ability to work with other staff and program volunteers
• e. Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with others
• f. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• g. Ability to use mechanical cleaning machines, such as carpet cleaners, floor scrubbers, buffers, vacuums, tools, washers, and dryers.
• h. Ability to use and knowledge of various chemicals and cleaning agents.
• i. Ability to perform routine laundry and cleaning duties.
• j. Must have scheduling flexibility to be available to perform duties at occasional after-hours events and/or emergency services outside of assigned work hours.

Specific Responsibilities

• a. Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the assigned facility and grounds as outlined in EOAC policy.
• b. Routine duties include but are not limited to laundry of infant/toddler bedding and curriculum supplies, vacuuming all carpeted areas, mopping and sanitizing hallways, classrooms, and bathroom floors, buffing floors per schedule, cleaning and sanitizing adult and child restrooms, including toilets and sinks, removing soiled diapers from infant/toddler and classrooms, disposal of classroom trash bags in facility dumpster, picking up trash from playground and cleaning facility entry-way.
• c. Use cleaning chemicals and other cleaning supplies while dusting, vacuuming, mopping, disinfecting, and cleaning restrooms per product safety standards.
• d. Keep bathrooms and classrooms stocked with designated paper and cleaning supplies.
• e. Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment. Requisition items from the supervisor promptly.
• f. Complete minor maintenance duties for the facility as needed or requested by the supervisor.
• g. Assist nutrition staff with meal delivery and removal from classrooms, as needed.
• h. Respond to emergency situations such as drains backing up, plugged toilets, water floods, toilet/sink leaks, etc., per EOAC policy.
• i. Complete required training as assigned, including First Aid/CPR.
• a. This job primarily operates in an indoor and outdoor childcare center environment with ambient lighting, climate control, and various weather conditions outdoors.
• b. The employee will work in an environment with exposure to dust, fumes, and chemicals. Exposure to temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise, and low or intense illumination. Occasional exposure to biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, etc.).
• c. This role uses standard and mid-level cleaning equipment such as brooms, mops, vacuum cleaners, washers/dryers, scrubbers, and buffers.

Physical Demands

• a. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
• b. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, squat, crouch, bend, stoop, kneel, lift, twist, scrub, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Must have a full range of physical motion to operate manual and electric cleaning machines properly.
• c. The employee will lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. daily to load and transport trash, and bulk supplies, operate cleaning machines, move furniture, etc., and occasionally lift over 70 lbs. with assistance.

Other Duties: Perform all other duties as deemed necessary.

Compensation: $30,000.00 - $32,500.00 per year

Economic Opportunities Advancement Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

At Economic Opportunities Advancement Corporation, we are committed to fostering a workplace that values individual talent, professional excellence, and opportunity for all. We recognize that a variety of skills and experiences contribute to success in this role. If you believe your abilities align with the responsibilities of this position and our mission, we are dedicated to investing in the growth of our employees and welcome applicants who are eager to contribute to our work serving the community.

EOAC

For 60 years, the Economic Opportunities Advancement Corporation, EOAC, has served children, families, and community members across the Heart of Texas.

EOAC moves families forward by connecting them to opportunities that build lasting stability. Through early learning, energy assistance, weatherization, workforce development, emergency assistance, and family support services, EOAC helps families address immediate needs while taking meaningful steps toward a stronger future.

Our work is rooted in one clear vision: Every family thriving.

As a Community Action Agency, EOAC works alongside families, partners, funders, schools, employers, and community leaders to strengthen stability, expand opportunity, and support lasting progress across the Heart of Texas.

Moving Families Forward.