Middle School Custodian - Pool

Young World Physical Education; San Juan (TX); On-site; USD 19,630 - 23,667; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in San Juan, Texas seeks a full-time custodian to maintain cleanliness and safety across its facilities. The ideal candidate should have custodial experience, preferably in a school setting, and be able to manage various cleaning equipment and procedures effectively. Responsibilities include mopping floors, emptying waste, and ensuring hygiene standards are met. The salary ranges from $14.25 to $17.18 per hour, accommodating dedicated individuals committed to supporting the school's environment.

Qualifications

• Custodial experience in a school setting preferred.
• Must be able to perform physical requirements of the job.
• Knowledge of sanitation and cleaning procedures.

Responsibilities

• Empty waste receptacles.
• Mop floors and maintain cleanliness standards.
• Inspect work to ensure adherence to standards.

Skills

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English

Basic knowledge of building repair and maintenance

Proficient in operating and maintaining equipment

Basic skills in human relations

Education

Ten grade education or higher

Job description

Middle School Custodian - Pool

Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT - San Juan, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job is posted in Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD

Job Details

Job ID: 5629885

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 07, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Custodian

Reports to: Head Custodian

Department:

Pay Grade

MT2 @260 days

Funding Source:

Qualifications

Primary Purpose: To become a worthy employee of the district by safely and adequately performing duties associated with maintaining buildings and the surrounding areas in a clean, healthy, and safe condition.

Education / Certification: Ten grade education or higher (preferred)

Special Knowledge / Skills:

Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language (preferred)

Basic knowledge of building repair and maintenance procedures in areas such as cleaning, floor care, sanitation, plumbing, electricity, carpentry painting, etc…

Ability to perform the physical requirements as per the duties listed in the job description

Proficient skills in operating and maintaining equipment and tools needed to perform jobs as listed in the job description

Basic skills in human relations

Experience: Custodial experience in school setting (preferred)

(Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Trustees may find appropriate and acceptable)

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Emptying waste receptacles.
• Mopping floors using dust mops.
• Spot mopping, as per schedule or as needed, using wet mops (use appropriate solution).
• Buff, spray, and scrub floors, as per schedule or as needed, using power equipment (use appropriate buffing pad).
• Stripping floors, as needed, using stripping chemicals, mops, auto-scrubber with stripping pad, and wet vacuum. (Be sure to set up the “Wet Floor” signs).
• Sealing floors, as needed, using mops, wool pads, and mechanical wax applicators.
• Varnishing floors, as needed, using high-speed and ultrahigh-speed floor machines.
• Cleaning toilet bowls and urinal basins.
• Cleaning and disinfecting exterior surfaces of toilets and urinals.
• Cleaning sinks and fixtures.
• Cleaning mirrors and windows.
• Picking up paper.
• Spot cleaning walls and stall partitions.
• Refilling dispensers with paper towels, toilet tissue, sanitary napkins, soap, and air freshener.
• Assures that procedures to control bacteria and prevent the spread of infections are given top priority.
• Assure that an adequate stock of cleaning supplies is maintained at assigned area.
• Maintains an accurate and current inventory of all custodial supplies and equipment assigned to designated area.
• Makes every effort to provide an accurate physical inventory.
• Assures that custodial equipment is maintained on a regular basis.
• Assists in the preparation for emergencies such as hurricanes, windstorms, and heavy rains causing severe flooding. (Securing furniture away from windows, elevating furniture to prevent water damage, and securing or storing all movable items from grounds, etc.)
• Assists head custodians, school principal or building supervisor in preparing damage reports caused by hurricanes, windstorms, flooding, etc…
• Reports inadequate services or major repair needs to the head custodian or to the assistant and head custodian.
• Performs minor repairs on desks, doors, lights, plumbing fixtures, etc…
• Inspects work to insure adherence to district’s standards.
• Lifting and setting up cafeteria tables.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

It is the policy of the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD not to discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, national origin or age.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $14.25 to $17.18 Per Hour