FY27: Building Service Worker (Shift 2), Forest Knolls ES, 8hrs/12mo, Ad closes 10/1/26

mcps; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Job summary

MCPS in Silver Spring, MD is seeking an entry-level custodian and grounds worker to perform cleaning of interiors and grounds across schools and administrative buildings. You will learn to operate basic cleaning and grounds equipment, aides in maintenance, and follow safety procedures while serving students and staff.

Physical work is routine and demanding, requiring lifting up to 50 lbs and the ability to work overtime or night shifts.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and practices.
• Ability to learn to operate custodial and grounds equipment.
• Safely monitor spaces to ensure a secure environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean interiors of buildings and maintain grounds.
• Operate and maintain basic custodial equipment.
• Assist with moving or lifting furniture and equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Be prepared for overtime or night work; report to sites in inclement weather.

Skills

Custodial work

Grounds maintenance

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Summary Description:

Under general supervision, performs building cleaning, facilities and grounds maintenance work in schools and administrative buildings. This is the entry and general worker level in the building service staff positions. Employees receive on the job training in the application of simple manual skill and use of cleaning and grounds tools and equipment, and supplies to clean interior of buildings and maintain grounds. Nature of work is repetitive and requires sustained physical effort and involves some heavy work in moving or lifting furniture and equipment with some exposure to accident and injury hazards and disagreeable elements. Employees in these classes are considered emergency personnel and are required to report to buildings during inclement weather.Physical Demands:Sufficient physical strength and freedom from disabling defects to permit the lifting and moving of heavy objects (minimum 50 lbs.) and to perform manual labor.Special Requirements:Employees in this classification are considered emergency personnel and are required to report to buildings during inclement weather. May be required to report to other locations to assist staff in emergency situations. Frequent overtime or night work may be required. Employees must provide a current working telephone number to their supervisor, and update the telephone number on file, as necessary with their supervisor. Employees are provided uniforms and must wear proper attire.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:

Some knowledge of the methods, materials and practices of building and grounds work. Ability to learn how to properly operate and maintain custodial and grounds care equipment; Ability to learn the proper use of approved cleaning supplies and chemicals. Ability to monitors building spaces and grounds to ensure a safe and secure environment. Must possesses a basic knowledge of emergency facility response procedures. Ability to comprehend and follow instructions. Ability to communicate with customers. Knowledge of and the ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

Education Training Experience:

Completion of the ninth grade required. High School or GED diploma preferred. Experience in general cleaning of buildings and grounds. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.Certificate License:None