On-Call School Custodian Substitute

Navarro ISD; Seguin (TX); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Navarro ISD seeks a Custodian Substitute to help maintain a safe, clean school environment. This hourly, non-exempt role reports to the Custodian Supervisor and supports an assigned campus as needed.

Responsibilities include cleaning to a defined schedule, basic maintenance, safety compliance, and assisting with events. No prior experience is required; training is provided. Physical tasks such as lifting are part of the job.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment.
• Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a cleaning schedule for floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, restrooms, stairs, and other areas.
• Keep school building and grounds neat and clean, including sidewalks, parking lots, and play areas.
• Comply with local laws for trash storage and disposal.
• Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and request additional items as needed.
• Assist with lunchroom setup and minor maintenance to ensure safety and comfort of students and staff.
• Perform preventive maintenance and report major repairs to the principal.
• Regulate climate control to maintain comfortable temperatures and economical energy use.
• Move furniture for events and assist in setting up facilities for special occasions.
• Open/close building with safe procedures and inspect equipment for safety.
• Follow safety protocols, report unsafe conditions, and adhere to district procedures.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Read cleaning instructions

Building & grounds maintenance

Operate cleaning equipment

Safety procedures handling

Job description

Job Title: Custodian Substitute Wage/Hour Status: Hourly, Non-exempt

Reports to: Custodian Supervisor

Dept/School: Assigned Campus (Elem, Inter, JH, HS) Days Employed: As needed

Primary Purpose:

Your work lays the foundation for success!As a Navarro ISD Custodian you’ll be an essential part of a dedicated team, skillfully cleaning and maintaining school buildings and grounds to ensure they are always safe and welcoming spaces for students.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• None specified

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures
• Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment
• Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies

Experience:

• None required

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Cleaning

1. Maintain a cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, restrooms, stairways, and other assigned areas.
2. Keep school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas, neat and clean.
3. Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.
4. Assist in maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional supplies as needed.

Maintenance and Repair

1. Assist with lunchroom set up, including arranging tables and chairs.
2. Perform preventive maintenance to ensure the comfort, health, and safety of students and staff. Make minor building repairs as needed and report major repair needs to principal.
3. Regulate heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide appropriate temperatures and ensure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity.
4. Move furniture or equipment within building as directed by principal.
5. Assist in setting up facilities for special events.

Safety

1. Assist with opening and closing building each school day checking to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during hours of building occupancy. Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.
2. Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.
3. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
4. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
5. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Other

1. Perform general cleaning and repair work during school vacations.
2. Assist visitors to school buildings during special events and programs.
3. Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Buffer, stripper, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, electric drill, hand tools, shampooer, lawn mower, edger, and weed eater.

Posture: Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching, and overhead reaching

Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.