Night Custodian

Young World Physical Education; Harvard (IL); On-site; USD 24,039 - 24,727; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued vacation days

Paid sick days

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Harvard, Illinois, is seeking a full-time Night Custodian to maintain a clean and safe school environment. The custodian will perform cleaning tasks, manage the appearance of school buildings, and support various events throughout the day.

Candidates must possess a High School Diploma, a valid Driver’s License, and demonstrate strong communication skills. This position offers benefits, including paid sick days, vacation days, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License.
• Must have access to transportation.
• Must be flexible in assignments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a clean, safe environment for students.
• Complete cleaning schedules as required.
• Assume responsibility for building appearance.

Skills

Self-motivated

Good communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Harvard Community Unit School District 50 Central Administrative Center – Harvard, Illinois

Night Custodian

This position is posted in Harvard Community School District 50.

Job Details

Job ID: 5594985

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Mar 20, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Reports to: Director of Building and Grounds

Terms of Employment: Full-time, 12‑month position covered under the Collective Bargaining Agreement in the custodial category. Compensation is hourly, with pay and benefits determined by the Board of Education.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $17.45 to $17.95 per hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Custodian

Job Summary

The custodian provides students with a clean, attractive, healthy, and safe building environment to learn and work.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Must have access to transportation.

Evaluation

The performance of this job will be evaluated at least annually by the Director of Building and Grounds or designee in accordance with the Board’s policy on the Evaluation of Personnel.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees’ personal and professional well‑being. This includes accrued vacation days, 15 paid sick days, and 2 paid personal days annually. Employees benefit from tuition reimbursement and Board contributions to major medical, dental, and vision insurance. Additional perks include 100% Board‑paid term life insurance and access to an Employee Assistance Plan. To promote continuous growth, we provide extensive professional development opportunities.

FLSA Status

Non‑Exempt

Duties and Responsibilities

• Communicates, collaborates, and cooperates with colleagues, supervisors, and students.
• Assumes responsibility for the appearance and function of assigned buildings and grounds.
• Completes cleaning schedule for the areas assigned within the frequency requirements provided, including, but not limited to, hallways, offices, classrooms, restrooms, etc.
• Performs daily cleaning and custodial tasks as necessary to ensure a clean, safe, attractive, and healthy environment conducive to learning and working that includes, but is not limited to, dusting, mopping, taking out the trash, and sweeping.
• Sets up and takes down school equipment such as cafeteria tables and other building setups to support events during the day.
• Assures the building is ready to open each morning or close each night, which includes checking security, raising and lowering the flag, etc.
• Assists in securing supply deliveries.
• Follows appropriate procedures during fire, tornado, and other emergency drills.Reports repairs needed in the building to the head custodian.
• Performs other miscellaneous work essential to the welfare of the occupants of the school building.
• Completes work assignments in a conscientious and timely manner, meeting deadlines.
• Demonstrates attention to detail and routines.
• Handles information related to the school in a confidential manner and adheres to that respect by not divulging any personal information unless approved by the supervisor.
• Attends and participates in training opportunities including but not limited to in‑service days, department meetings, building meetings, committees, conferences, etc.
• Performs other duties or services that relate to custodial services, maintenance, and general building operations as assigned by the Director of Facilities, Lead Supervisor, or designated representative.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be self‑motivated and flexible in day‑to‑day assignments.
• Must have the ability and willingness to establish professional relationships with co‑workers.
• Must have the ability and desire to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must demonstrate good and clear communication skills, both written and oral.

Physical Demands

The physical demands of this position include frequent standing or walking for extended periods. The employee may occasionally lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 50 pounds. Repetitive bending at the waist and kneeling, stooping, and crouching to assist are also required. Employees may reach overhead as well as above the shoulders and horizontally.

ADA Compliance

The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Julie Soutar, Office Manager
• Central Administrative Center
• Phone: 815‑943‑4022
• Email: [e-mail]