School Custodial Technician I

Duval County Public Schools; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Duval County Public Schools is seeking a School Custodial Technician I in Jacksonville, FL to perform routine cleaning, upkeep of facilities, and light maintenance. The role includes operating cleaning equipment, assisting with grounds work, and may require day or night shifts at schools or district buildings.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of experience with cleaning and light maintenance equipment, including floor machines and vacuums.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to speak English.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience operating and maintaining light maintenance and cleaning equipment (i.e. mowers, edgers, vacuum cleaners, scrubbers, extractors, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Performs routine general cleaning and housekeeping of buildings, facilities, furniture, and equipment.
• Operates and maintains powered cleaning equipment per procedures.
• Assists in grounds maintenance and minor repairs as needed.

Skills

Cleaning equipment operation

Grounds maintenance

Light maintenance

Communication skills

English proficiency

Mowers

Edgers

Vacuum cleaners

Scrubbers

Extractors

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Mowers

Edgers

Vacuum cleaners

Scrubbers

Extractors

Job description

School Custodial Technician I

Duval County Public Schools DISTRICT BASED - Jacksonville, Florida Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Duval County Public Schools , and Florida Department of Education

Job Details

Job ID: 5900940

Application Deadline: Sep 08, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 25, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Summary

This position performs routine general cleaning and housekeeping of buildings, facilities, furniture, and equipment including routine care and maintenance of grounds. Primary responsibility is for the use of proper methods and materials in cleaning and in the operation of machinery used in such work. Assignments may either be to the day or night shift at a school, district administrative building or custodial pool. May be assigned temporarily to other facilities as necessary. Work requires knowledge of and the ability to apply the techniques, methods and procedures used in custodial work and School Board policies and procedures applicable to the custodial section. The work is performed under general supervision, and instructions are specific in nature and work is subject to close inspection during progress and upon completion. Where employees do not work under close supervision, work follows a well-established routine. This class lies above that of School Custodial Technician Trainee and below the class of School Custodial Technician II.

Essential Functions

Percent of Job

1. Performs general custodial duties such as striping, scrubbing, mopping, sweeping, waxing, and polishing hard floor surfaces; cleaning carpeted surfaces; dusting and polishing furniture or fixtures; sanitizing toilets, washrooms and fixtures; and washing windows, woodwork and blinds.

10%

2. Empty waste baskets and other waste receptacles; collect and dispose of trash in outside receptacles provided.

10%

3. Operates and performs routine maintenance of powered cleaning equipment such as floor scrubbing, buffing, polishing machines and carpet cleaning machines in accordance with established procedures and/or manufacturer’s operating manual.

10%

4. Performs general cleaning and maintenance of grounds and exterior walkways to include the use of power blowers and pressure washers.

10%

5. Police and maintain grounds by picking up trash, trimming hedges, raking leaves, removing weeds and otherwise maintaining grounds and playground areas.

10%

6. Makes minor repairs to buildings, facilities, furniture and equipment such as replacing burned out light bulbs, replacing light switch covers and electrical outlet covers, unstopping clogged drains and toilets, repairing and/or replacing minor cleaning equipment parts, and assembling, installing or adjusting desks, pencil sharpeners, doorknobs and associated fixtures and any other light maintenance using hand tools.

10%

7. Routine biomedical cleaning to include (but not limited to) surface sanitization against communicable diseases, minor to moderate blood and bodily fluid spills, cleaning required following pest infestation, cleanup of sanitary sewer spills, etc.

5%

8. Moves furniture and supplies.

5%

9. Availability to work during emergencies to support City Shelters during normal scheduled hours and overtime as needed.

5%

10. Ensure building security by turning off lights, locking doors and coding the alarm system.

5%

11. Assists in setting up bleachers, chairs, tables, or other materials/equipment needed for school special events/meetings.

5%

12. Reviews and know their role in the school’s lockdown and emergency protocols and procedures.

5%

13. Reports suspicious activity or persons to the school safety officer or guardian.

5%

14. May also perform a variety of miscellaneous duties (i.e., touch up painting, delivering equipment to teachers or staff, setting up and arranging furniture or special equipment, picking up paper or debris and assisting with basic pest control tasks as needed).

5%

15. Performs other duties as assigned.

Probationary Period: One (1) year

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Ability to speak English. A minimum of two (2) years’ experience operating and maintaining light maintenance and cleaning equipment (i.e. mowers, edgers, vacuum cleaners, scrubbers, extractors, etc.).

Promotional Requirements: All permanent employees who have served in the position of School Custodial Technician Trainee for at least two (2) years may apply.

Note: Any permanent employee serving in the classification of Custodian may apply and if hired will receive a 5% increase to their base hourly rate. These employees will be required to complete the assigned one (1) year probationary period.

Certifications & Licenses: A valid Florida driver’s license is required prior to appointment and must be maintained during employment in the class.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of the standard custodial and general maintenance tools, materials, methods, and practices.
• Knowledge of School Board policies and procedures governing the custodial section including special bulletins.
• Ability to operate and maintain powered cleaning equipment such as floor scrubbing, buffing, polishing machines and carpet cleaning machines in accordance with established procedures and/or manufacturer’s operating manual.
• Ability to perform general custodial duties such as striping, scrubbing, mopping, sweeping, waxing, and polishing hard floor surfaces; cleaning carpeted surfaces; sanitizing toilets, washrooms and fixtures; washing windows, woodwork and blinds; emptying trash receptacles, depositing trash in dumpster and dusting and polishing furniture or fixtures.
• Knowledge of grounds keeping and landscaping techniques, methods, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to schedule, oversee, monitor, train, and guide assigned employees; and inspect and review their work.
• Ability to make minor repairs to buildings, facilities, furniture and equipment of assigned work location(s), such as replacing light bulbs, light switch covers, and electrical outlet covers, unstopping clogged drains, repairing and/or replacing minor cleaning equipment parts; and such as assembling, installing or adjusting desks, pencil sharpeners, doorknobs and associated fixtures.
• Ability to move furniture and supplies.
• Ability to use small hand tools such as screw drivers, pliers, and adjustable wrenches.
• Ability to understand and follow oral instructions.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and apply written instructions and job-related information to include warning labels on cleaning supplies and safety instructions for all chemicals used in custodial work.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Legend:

0% = No Requirement (N)

1-20% = Some Requirement 1-2 hours per day (S)

21-50% = Moderate Requirement 2.5 – 4 hours per day (M)

51-79% = Great Requirement 4.5-6 hours per day (G)

80-100% = Constant Requirement 6.5 hours or more per day (C)

Physical Requirements/Movement:

Lift heavy (11 to 50 lbs) items or awkward weights (G)

See (C)

Hear (C)

Talk (C)

Sit (S)

Walk (C)

Stand (C)

Fine hand & finger movements (C)

Operate equipment (C)

Operate motor vehicle (S)

Work Conditions:

Note: The essential functions, physical demands, and working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $16.72 Per Hour

Job Requirements

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

Contact Information

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