Maintenance Building Custodian

Amarillo ISD; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Amarillo ISD is seeking a dedicated custodian to perform daily cleaning tasks across school facilities. You will help maintain a safe, healthy campus and support district goals by completing assigned custodial duties with attention to detail.

The role requires basic math for chemical dilution, strong communication, and ability to operate cleaning equipment. Work is conducted both indoors and outdoors, with potential for extended hours during events.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Leadership to direct custodial staff and ensure tasks are completed.
• Basic computer skills for District software and time sheets.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily custodial maintenance in assigned areas.
• Maintain floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, restrooms, and windows.
• Keep school buildings and grounds neat and clean, including sidewalks and parking areas.
• Follow safety procedures and report unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Assist with events and coordinate with district staff as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Instruction following

Computer literacy

Verbal and written communication

Safety procedures

Math basics for chemical dilution

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Primary Purpose

Perform all Custodial cleanliness tasks and to insure a safe, clean, healthy school campus.

Perform tasks as assigned to assist in all District performance goals.

Qualifications

Minimum Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Leadership skills to effectively give direction to other employees to insure the completion of all assigned Custodial tasks
• Read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures
• Basic computer skills- understanding District software, approving employee time sheets, submitting work orders and ordering Custodial Supplies
• Communicate verbally and in writing to other staff concerning requirements of the job and other information important to the job
• Read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures
• Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance
• Operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment
• Basic understanding of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division to know the proper dilution of chemicals

Work Conditions

• Tools/Equipment Used: Including but not limited to buffer, stripper, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, electric drill, hand tools
• 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 (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis; occasional exertion of a heavy force (50 lbs or greater)
• Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials; exposure to biological hazards (bacteria, communicable diseases); exposure to high noise levels; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours
• Mental Demands: Frequent changes in task; maintain emotional control under stress
• Regular attendance is an essential function
• Minimum Experience: Custodial experience desired but not required

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• Perform all daily assigned Custodial maintenance duties in assigned work areas
• Perform any additional tasks, building rentals, school functions etc as required
• 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.
• Move furniture or equipment within building as directed by principal.
• Organize and set up facilities for special events.
• Work closely with District Custodial and any other Amarillo ISD staff at assigned campus
• 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.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all local policies and state and federal statutes including the Educator Code of Ethics.
• Perform such other tasks and accepts such other responsibilities as may be assigned.

Position Type

Full-Time

Salary

[$12.79[ Per Hour

Job Categories

Support Staff > ustodian

Contact Information

• Petra Montes
• HR Specialist
• EDUCATION SUPPORT CENTER
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]