Night Custodian - Conference Center

Van-Buren-Intermediate-School-District; Lawrence Township (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Van Buren Intermediate School District is seeking a Night Custodian for the Conference Center in Lawrence, MI. The role focuses on routine cleaning, event set-ups and minor maintenance to support campus operations.

Qualified applicants will have a high school diploma or equivalent and preferably one year of custodial experience. The position requires physical stamina and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, with a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one year custodial experience preferred.
• Knowledge of cleaning materials, equipment and methods.
• Ability to operate cleaning, garden, and snow equipment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, scrub floors and renew carpet finishes.
• Clean dust furniture, fixtures, windows and doors.
• Wash and clean light fixtures, replace bulbs as necessary.
• Move furniture and equipment as directed.
• Sweep or shovel snow and salt icy steps as needed.
• Collect, bag and dispose of trash.
• Lock/unlock doors and secure buildings when not in use.
• Assist with event set-ups and tear downs.
• Work from ladders or scaffolding as required.
• Maintain and operate all cleaning equipment.
• Follow safety guidelines and report discrepancies.

Skills

Custodial maintenance

Cleaning equipment operation

Communication

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Lifting 50 lbs

Driver's license

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Night Custodian - Conference Center

Van Buren Intermediate School District CONFERENCE CENTER - Lawrence, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5950518

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 05, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Goal(s):

The overall job goal of the Night Custodian is to accomplish routine building cleaning, event set-ups and perform minor building maintenance.

Location of Work:

VBISD Conference Center

490 S Paw Paw Street

Lawrence, MI 49064

Minimum Qualifications:

Education :

High school diploma or equivalent required

Work Experience :

A minimum of one year of custodial experience is preferred

Knowledge & Skills:

• Knowledge in custodial and maintenance work; including standard cleaning materials, equipment and methods
• Possess physical and mental capabilities in memory, attention to detail, following directions, comprehension, calculating, reading, writing, speaking, evaluating and organization
• Ability to communicate and work well with other employees and customers
• Ability to operate various types of cleaning, garden and snow equipment
• Ability to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and stand for long periods of time or work from heights
• Ability to perform minor maintenance repairs, routine preventative maintenance, clean equipment and replenish supplies
• Possess skills and knowledge of wall repair and painting
• Ability to lift and/or move 50 lbs
• Ability to work a flexible work week (may be required to switch a week work day with a weekend day)
• Possess a valid driver’s license

Essential Job Functions:

• Sweep, mop and scrub floors and other surfaces, clean, renovate and renew floor surface finishes, vacuum, spot clean and extract carpets, as necessary.
• Clean and dust furniture, exhibit cases, fixtures, windows, doors, trim and related furnishings.
• Wash and clean light fixtures, replace light bulbs/tubes as necessary.
• Move furniture, supplies and miscellaneous equipment, as directed.
• Sweep or shovel snow from steps, roofs and walks at building entrances and salt icy steps and walk, as necessary.
• Collect, bag and dispose of trash.
• Lock and unlock doors and windows to classrooms and offices, secure buildings when facilities are not in use and guard property against fire, theft and illegal entry.
• Turn off unnecessary lighting.
• Clean and service lavatories, toilet rooms and showers.
• Wash all interior and exterior glass, including framed pictures, partitions and doors.
• Immediately report building and ground discrepancies to the maintenance supervisor or his/her designee (i.e. : HVAC, and or security system not working properly, roof leaks, broken windows or doors, outdoor lighting failing to operate.)
• Report items that require repair to the 1st Shift Building Supervisor.
• Follow a written work schedule.
• Assist with event set-ups and tear downs.
• Work from ladders or scaffolding.
• Maintain and operate all equipment necessary to perform assigned tasks.
• Perform all assigned duties in a manner which contributes to the safety and well being of the staff and building occupants.
• Help others when time is available; building a sense of teamwork.
• Perform all custodial/maintenance duties assigned by the supervisor.
• Regular and reliable, in person attendance.

Terms of Employment : As per master agreement and provisions established by the Van Buren Board of Education.

This posting and our online application can be found on the Van Buren ISD’s website at www.vbisd.org under Employment. If you do not have access to a computer with internet access, you may use a computer at VBISD by calling 269-539-5218.

Position is open until filled.

In-house staff must fill out the online internal application.

Position Type: Regular

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Van Buren HR
• 490 South Paw Paw St.
• Lawrence, Michigan 49064
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]