School Custodian & Facilities Maintenance Specialist

Decatur-Public-Schools; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Decatur Public Schools District #61 seeks a Custodian to maintain safe, clean, and welcoming school facilities. The role emphasizes teamwork with the custodial staff and school personnel, adherence to policies, and reliable attendance.

You will perform routine cleaning, minor repairs, and assist in maintaining a positive educational environment. Employment is under SEIU Local 73 A-Team contract; wage schedule and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and human relations abilities.
• Ability to work effectively as part of the custodial team.
• Maintain a positive educational atmosphere within the school setting.

Responsibilities

• Complete the regular work assignments as outlined by the Supervisor of Custodial Operations.
• Receive special work assignments from the head custodian, the principal (or his representative) and/or the custodial foreman.
• Accept or reject overtime assignments as per Article VI of the Agreement.
• Coordinate the completion of employee time sheets with the head custodian and/or building principal.
• Complete minor repair jobs as required.
• Complete all summer and/or school-vacation work as may be required.
• Complete work assignments necessary to keep the school building and grounds clean and in proper order.
• Work cooperatively with the administration and educational staff.
• Adhere to all Board policies, administrative regulations, and state and federal regulations as are applicable to the custodial operations.
• Report any work-related problems to the head custodian and/or custodial foreman.
• Report any personnel-related problems to the building principal and/or custodial foreman.
• Work cooperatively with all other service departments.
• Inspects for unsafe acts/conditions and identifies prompt corrective action to eliminate causes of accidents; follows up as required.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Custodial practices

Job description

Decatur Public Schools District #61 seeks a Custodian to maintain safe, clean, and welcoming school facilities. The role emphasizes teamwork with the custodial staff and school personnel, adherence to policies, and reliable attendance.

You will perform routine cleaning, minor repairs, and assist in maintaining a positive educational environment. Employment is under SEIU Local 73 A-Team contract; wage schedule and benefits apply.