Second Shift Custodian

Wabash Valley Online Application Consortium; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 18,752 - 26,708; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligible for benefits

Job summary

A local educational consortium is seeking a Second Shift Custodian to perform essential custodial maintenance tasks in an educational environment. Responsibilities include ensuring cleanliness, assisting with hygiene in restrooms, and maintaining a positive attitude while working with staff and students. Candidates should possess a High School Diploma or GED and ideally have prior experience in custodial duties. This full-time position offers $16.50 per hour, with potential increases based on experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required.
• Preferred prior experience in custodial and light maintenance duties.
• Ability to safely operate custodial machinery and tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial maintenance tasks including dusting and vacuuming.
• Clean and restock restrooms regularly.
• Assist in maintaining a clean school environment.

Skills

Knowledge of custodial machinery

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Tools

Custodial chemicals and tools

Job description

Second Shift Custodian

JobID: 12482

Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial / Custodian

Date Posted: 3/19/2025

Location: West Lafayette Junior-Senior High School

Reports To

Custodial Lead and/or Director of Maintenance & Facilities

Pay Type

Hourly, Non-Exempt, Classified, Non-Supervisory

Pay Rate

Starting at $16.50 / hr., with potential for increases based on experience

Benefits

Eligible for benefits (see attachment for details)

Schedule

Full-time, year-round; 8 hours / day; 260 working days / year

This position will remain posted until filled. All qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Custodial & Maintenance Duties
  • Perform custodial maintenance tasks including dusting, mopping, finishing and buffing floors, vacuuming, and shampooing carpets
  • Clean and restock restrooms regularly to ensure cleanliness and hygiene
  • Assist the Custodial Lead in maintaining a clean and orderly school environment to facilitate optimal educational use at all times
  • Safely perform all custodial duties as assigned
• Teamwork & Communication
  • Represent the West Lafayette Community School Corporation by maintaining a professional and positive attitude at all times
  • Communicate effectively with staff, students, and other stakeholders
  • Deliver excellent customer service to all individuals using school facilities and services
• Professional Development
  • Attend mandatory meetings and training sessions as scheduled
  • Handle all incidents in a manner appropriate to training and established procedures

Job Specifications

• Education, Training, and Experience Required
  • High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required
  • Preferred prior experience in custodial and light maintenance duties
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics
  • Knowledge of and the ability to safely operate custodial machinery, chemicals, and tools
  • Familiarity with general cleaning procedures and best practices
  • Ability to work independently and exhibit positive energy and enthusiasm for the work
  • Strong ability to collaborate and work well as a part of a team
  • Ability to follow directions and work without close supervision

Working Conditions

• Works indoors and outdoors in a school environment
• Regularly stands, walks, and sits for extended periods
• Requires lifting, tight maneuvering, climbing, and other physical exertion
• Works closely with others in a team-oriented environment
• Frequently exposed to noisy and potentially distracting environments
• Occasionally works in proximity to contaminants or hazardous materials and equipment
• Frequently exposed to pollen, dust, chemicals, and fumes

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically outlined in this description. This job description is subject to change at any time at the discretion of West Lafayette Community School Corporation.