Night Lead Custodian (25-26 SY) – Elementary School - Facilities

Young World Physical Education; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 19,630 - 28,709; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in Irving, Texas is seeking a Night Lead Custodian responsible for maintaining a high standard of safety and cleanliness in school facilities. The ideal candidate will oversee custodial staff, coordinate with school officials, and ensure efficient operations. Required qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED and relevant custodial experience. The position offers a salary range of $14.25 to $20.84 per hour and is a full-time opportunity.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience required in custodial services.
• Ability to speak, read and write English.
• Six months custodial services experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with school principals to ensure cleanliness and safety.
• Supervise custodial staff and manage daily cleaning tasks.
• Inspect buildings for maintenance issues and ensure proper repairs.

Skills

Ability to read and understand cleaning instructions

Demonstrated ability to coordinate personnel

Knowledge of school housekeeping techniques

Ability to operate cleaning equipment

Bilingual Spanish preferred

Education

High School Diploma or GED

High School/Trade School degree preferred

Job description

Night Lead Custodian (25-26 SY) – Elementary School - Facilities

Irving ISD Facilities Services - Irving, Texas

Job Details

Job ID: 5346853
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Oct 03, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Primary Purpose: Ensure building and grounds are cleaned by using routine procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: High School Diploma or GED; 3-4 years of experience required.
• Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures; aptitude for successful completion of tasks; demonstrated ability to coordinate personnel to accomplish tasks; broad knowledge of school housekeeping and minor repair techniques; ability to operate cleaning equipment and properly use cleaning supplies; ability to speak, read and write English; bilingual Spanish preferred.
• Experience: Six months custodial services experience preferred.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Custodial Management: Work cooperatively with principals and supervisors to ensure a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations. Daily coordinate and plan with the Custodian Building Manager to determine building needs. Supervise custodial staff and ensure daily cleaning of buildings and grounds. Provide training and orientation to custodians related to cleaning procedures and the safe and proper use of chemicals and equipment.

Maintenance and Inspection: Inspect buildings for graffiti, broken/cracked windows, damaged exterior doors, cracked/loose bricks, plugged down spouts, and foundation concerns. Report, repair, and/or clean as appropriate. Inspect building interior and gym for damaged, missing, or broken hardware, partitions, ceiling tiles, structural ceiling, floor, wall tile, entrance doors, carpet or floor tile, cabinet hinges, boards, and closet doors. Report, repair, and/or clean as appropriate. Assist in performing preventive maintenance to ensure comfort, health, and safety for students and staff. Assist in maintaining a cleaning supplies and equipment inventory and request supplies as needed.

Other: Respond in a timely manner when contacted regarding urgent situations or emergencies (during or outside of normal business hours). In the absence of the Building Manager, assume manager duties and work schedule. Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible; and serve as a role model for staff, students, and public. Perform other duties as assigned.

Safety: Assist with opening and closing building as assigned, checking to ensure that exit doors are open and panic bolts are working properly during hours of occupancy. Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities. Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform duties, including lifting and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor. Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy, practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training, wearing personal protective equipment as required, reporting injuries and incidences immediately to supervisor, and being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise and assist in the performance evaluation of Custodians.

Position Type and Salary

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $14.25 to $20.84 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

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. The information in this document is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.