Maintenance: Custodian

Crosby ISD; Crosby (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking educational institution as a Custodian! In this vital role, you will ensure the cleanliness, safety, and efficiency of the school environment, supporting both students and staff. Your responsibilities will include maintaining cleaning schedules, performing minor repairs, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the daily operations of the school, providing a welcoming and safe atmosphere for learning. If you're ready to contribute to a positive educational experience, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Ability to understand cleaning and maintenance instructions.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and minor repairs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of school building and grounds.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs as needed.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed during operations.

Skills

Ability to read and understand instructions

Knowledge of minor repair techniques

Ability to operate cleaning equipment

Ability to lift heavy equipment

Proper handling of cleaning supplies

Education

No specific education required

Tools

Buffer

Wet and dry vacuum cleaner

Electric drill

Hand tools

Shampooer

Lawn mower

Edger

Weed eater

Job description

Job Title: Custodian (12 Months)

Reports to: Head Custodian/Maintenance Director

Calendar: 260 Days/ 12 Months

Pay Grade: Aux: 1 ($12.50 - $17.62) (Depends on Years of Experience)

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Dept./School: Maintenance Department/Assigned Campus

Date Revised: 6/2/98; 11/1/11; 06/2023

Report Date: Open

Primary Purpose:

Follow routine cleaning and maintenance 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.
• Regulate heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide appropriate temperatures and ensure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity.
• Make minor building repairs as needed and report major repair needs to principal.
• 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.
• Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.
• Check daily to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during hours of building occupancy.
• Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Equipment Used:

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

Working Conditions:

• Frequent walking, standing, climbing, and heavy lifting and carrying.
• Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, and ladders.
• Exposure to hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

The Crosby Independent School District - in compliance with the Title VII, American Disability Act, Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and other statutes - seeks to provide equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of a medical condition, disability, or any other legally protected status. This policy extends to the employment and all programs and activities conducted by the district. For further information, contact the Office of the Superintendent, Crosby Independent School District, 14670 FM 2100, Crosby, Texas 77532.

An Equal Opportunity Employer