School Grounds & Facilities Custodian

Polk County Public Schools; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Polk County Public Schools is seeking a Custodian - Grounds Keeper to perform heavy cleaning and grounds maintenance across multiple sites in Bartow, FL. The role involves floor care, carpet cleaning, restroom sanitation, and outdoor grounds work, with responsibilities including mowing, edging, and weed control.

The position requires basic education and a Florida driver's license, with the possibility of bilingual skills.

Qualifications

• Completion of eighth grade, providing proof, if attainable, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Must have a valid Florida Driver's License to work on the County wide mowing teams, and pass all required Department of Transportation requirements.
• Some knowledge of the methods and equipment used in custodial tasks.
• Knowledge of grounds equipment and proper landscape processes.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to work continuous hours while standing.
• Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Empties trash containers and other receptacles.
• Dusts ledges, furniture, lights, etc.
• Replaces spent light bulbs, strips, cleans, burnishes, and applies finish to hard surface floors.
• Vacuum and shampoos carpets.
• Cleans and disinfects drinking fountains.
• Assist in the maintenance of clean, safe and sanitary toilets, shower and dining room facilities.
• Refills restroom dispensers.
• Washes walls, windows, and glass surfaces.
• Perform duties related to maintenance of school grounds such as grass mowing, edging, weed and tree trimming.
• Perform the duties within the scope of capabilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Education

Completion of eighth grade

Job description

Polk County Public Schools is seeking a Custodian - Grounds Keeper to perform heavy cleaning and grounds maintenance across multiple sites in Bartow, FL. The role involves floor care, carpet cleaning, restroom sanitation, and outdoor grounds work, with responsibilities including mowing, edging, and weed control.

The position requires basic education and a Florida driver's license, with the possibility of bilingual skills.