Lead Night Custodian - Elementary School

Peoria Unified School District; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoria Unified School District is seeking a Lead Custodian for the night shift at Foothills Elementary in Glendale, AZ. The successful candidate will oversee custodial operations, ensure cleanliness, and secure the building after hours.

The position requires leadership, custodial experience, the ability to coordinate tasks, and commitment to a safe, sanitary environment for students and staff. Ability to work nights and withstand physical labor is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two years of custodial experience preferred.
• Must pass background and fingerprint clearance.
• Arizona driver license required.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds and work outside normal hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead custodial staff and coordinate tasks as assigned.
• Clean, dust, mop, sanitize restrooms and kitchens.
• Perform cleaning duties including window washing, floor waxing, vacuuming, trash disposal.
• Assist with setup/breakdown of tables and seating for events.
• Conduct security checks and secure buildings at night.
• Perform minor maintenance and order supplies as needed.
• Respond to emergencies and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Training personnel

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two years custodial experience

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Lead Night Custodian - Elementary School JobID: 24925

• Position Type:
  District Maintenance/Custodial


• Date Posted:
  10/23/2026


• Location:
  Foothills Elementary - Glendale, AZ


• Closing Date:
  11/23/2026

Position Title:Lead Custodian, Elementary School (Night)
Department:K12
Supervisor:Facilities Supervisor
Term of Employment:12 month
Salary Classification:13

Job Summary:

Oversees and performs a variety of custodial duties to clean, maintain and secure assigned school facilities.

Essential Functions as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include, but are not limited to, the following tasks, duties, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list isILLUSTRATIVE ONLYand is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents in this class.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs and/or leads the work unit and may supervise entry level personnel. As assigned, coordinates, schedules, prioritizes and assigns tasks. Establishes priorities. Trains new custodial employees as required. Evaluates work performance. Provides feedback, technical guidance and advice on personnel of new or revised policies and procedures.


• Cleans, dusts, mops, sanitizes and restocks restrooms and kitchen areas with paper and soap supplies.


• Participates and performs cleaning, dusting, mopping, window washing, floor waxing, vacuuming, trash removal, sanitizing and related functions.


• Picks up garbage and trash bags. Empties trash in appropriate dumpster. Picks up crossing signs, flags, and event signage.


• Assists with and/or sets up and breaks down tables and seating for extra curricular activities, meetings and events according to layout diagrams. Cleans cafeteria, auditorium, restrooms, kitchen or gymnasium after school events and meetings.


• Performs final security checks and work inspections. Checks doors and windows for security locks. Secures school facilities for the night.


• Performs minor maintenance repairs. Assists teachers and school staff with loading, unloading and moving of equipment and supplies.


• Maintains inventory of stocked supplies for routine cleaning. Orders and restocks supplies, materials, tools and equipment as needed.


• Available for Emergency Calls


• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Knowledge of applicable Federal, state, county and city statutes, rules, regulations, ordinances and codes and PUSD policies and procedures.


• Knowledge of the principles of custodial care of public-school facilities methods.


• Knowledge of the principles of cleaning chemical preparation and usage.


• Knowledge of the principles of leadership and training.


• Knowledge of the basic principles of management and supervision.


• Skill in reading, interpreting, understanding and applying relevant Federal, state, county and city statutes, rules, regulations, ordinances and codes and PUSD policies and procedures.


• Skill in training employees in the safe mixing and usage of cleaning and sanitizing chemicals.


• Skill in instructing employees in the use and care of commercial cleaning equipment and supplies.


• Skill in cleaning and sanitizing assigned areas.


• Skill in assigning and reviewing work performance.


• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with co-workers, vendors, students, parents, the general public and others having business with the school district.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or GED,ANDtwo (2) years of relevant, progressively responsible custodial experience;ORany equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess or obtain an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.


• Must be able to pass a background clearance check.


• Must possess at time of application and must maintain a valid Arizona driver license.


• May be required to perform minor maintenance repairs in addition to primary custodial duties, while standing, stooping, bending, crawling and working overhead.


• May be exposed to dangerous machinery, potential physical harm, extreme weather conditions, hazardous chemicals, fumes, infectious diseases, air, water and bodily fluid borne pathogens.


• May be required to lift and/or carry heavy, bulky supplies, equipment, tools, parts and materials weighing up to 60 pounds.


• May be required to operate commercial cleaning and maintenance equipment.


• May be required to work outside normal working hours and available for emergency calls


• May be required to travel to perform work functions.