Maintenance Custodian (Night Shift)

Lyons Elementary School District 103; Lyons (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lyons Elementary School District 103 is seeking a Maintenance Custodian for the PM shift to perform specialized evening facility maintenance, floor restoration, cleaning, and trade repairs across district facilities. The role operates mainly during off-peak hours from the Maintenance Garage to respond to after-hours work orders and ensure security.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, 2–3 years in building maintenance, and OSHA 10/EPA 608 certification or ability to obtain within

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2–3 years of hands-on commercial/institutional building maintenance experience.
• Preference for vocational/trade training; OSHA 10 and EPA 608 certification or ability to obtain within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform evening facility maintenance, deep cleaning, and floor restoration.
• Address after-hours work orders and service mechanical systems.
• Inspect facilities after hours for hazards and report deficiencies to the Director.
• Manage district mail/delivery routes and secure facilities daily.
• Coordinate setup/teardown for events and maintain stock levels for custodial supplies.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical repairs

Plumbing repairs

Carpentry basics

Floor equipment operation

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

OSHA 10 General Industry

EPA 608 Certification

Tools

HVAC maintenance tools

Lock/security systems

Job description

JOB TITLE

Maintenance Custodian (PM Shift)

REPORTS TO

Building & Grounds Director

SUPERVISES

N/A

DEPARTMENT

Building & Grounds

JOB STATUS

Full-Time (40 hours/week)

FLSA STATUS

Non-Exempt

SALARY/BENEFITS

Refer to Custodian CollectiveBargaining Agreement

JOB FUNCTION

The Maintenance Custodian (PM Shift) provides specialized evening facility maintenance, trade repairs, floor restoration, and deep custodial upkeep across District facilities. Operating out of the Maintenance Garage primarily during off-peak hours when students and staff are out of the buildings, this position addresses after-hours maintenance work orders, services mechanical systems, executes deep cleaning projects, manages district delivery routes, and maintains facility security.

TERM & SCHEDULE

• Position Type: Full-time, 12-month position.
• Shift Hours:
  • School in Session: Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (8 consecutive hours including a paid 30-minute on-site meal period).
  • School Not in Session: Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (exclusive of unpaid 30-minute lunch period).
• Probationary Period: All new hires or internal promotions are subject to a six (6) month probationary period.

Duties And Responsibilities

This list is not all inclusive and is only intended to illustrate the various responsibilities and duties performed.

• Conduct routine evening checks of HVAC units, boilers, roof units, pumps, and air handlers across district facilities to ensure proper climate control; perform minor mechanical adjustments.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor electrical repairs (light fixtures, wall switches, receptacles) and plumbing repairs (servicing or replacing flush valves, unclogging pipes, repairing sinks/faucets).
• Repair door locks, panic hardware, door closers, desk/furniture hardware, and classroom board installations; execute drywall patching, spackling, and touch-up painting in high-traffic areas.
• Operate heavy-duty floor equipment (auto-scrubbers, burnishers, carpet extractors, buffers) to execute floor stripping, waxing, buffing, deep carpet cleaning, and tile restoration.
• Perform deep cleaning, high-dusting, pressure washing, and chemical sanitization of restrooms, locker rooms, gyms, cafeterias, and common areas.
• Inspect facilities after-hours for physical or safety hazards, exposed wiring, loose fixtures, or structural issues, correcting problems or reporting deficiencies to the Director.
• Sort, load, transport, and deliver mail, heavy packages, and instructional supplies along assigned district routes using district vehicles.
• Maintain an organized maintenance garage, monitor stock levels for plumbing, electrical, and custodial supplies, and reorder items as directed by the Director.
• Secure district facilities daily by locking exterior/interior doors and windows, securing perimeter gates, monitoring systems, and setting computerized security alarms.
• Coordinate, set up, tear down, and clean after evening athletic events, board meetings, community permit uses, and school activities.
• Operate snowplows, snowblowers, and salt spreaders to clear entrance steps, walkways, and ramps; serve as essential personnel during weather, environmental, or facility emergency events.
• Carry and respond to district-issued mobile devices during the shift for work coordination, urgent maintenance requests, and emergency calls.
• Performs building custodial and cleaning duties as directed by the Building & Grounds Director to maintain district coverage and facility standards.
• Attends work as scheduled and arrives in a timely manner.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Operating knowledge of commercial custodial machinery, heavy floor restoration equipment, hand/power tools, and basic building mechanical controls.
• Practical working knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and hardware repairs.
• Knowledge of workplace safety rules, proper PPE application, hazard identification, and SDS chemical safety standards.
• Ability to operate computerized security and alarm systems and manage facility lockup protocols.
• Ability to communicate professionally and politely with evening staff, visitors, vendors, and community permit holders.
• Demonstrated ability to operate as an autonomous, self-directed professional while seamlessly integrating into team-based workflows.

Education And Experience

A High School Diploma or GED equivalent and a valid state driver's license with an insurable driving record are required. Candidates must possess a minimum of two to three years of hands-on experience in commercial, institutional, or multi-family residential building maintenance, along with demonstrated, verifiable competency in independently performing basic semi-skilled trade repairs across plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and/or hardware systems. Preference will be given to candidates who have completed a vocational or trade school program in a related field, possess an OSHA 10‑Hour General Industry Certification or an EPA Section 608 Universal Certification (or the ability to obtain it within 12 months), or have prior facility maintenance experience within an educational or municipal environment.

Physical Requirements

Able to navigate all areas of the school quickly, including indoor and outdoor areas. Prolonged periods standing and walking throughout the school and classrooms. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time. Must be able to lift, bend, stoop, climb, kneel, sit, stand, crawl, push, and pull. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.