Substitute Custodian

Illini Bluffs Community Unit School District 327; Glasford (IL); On-site; USD 22,730; Part time

Job summary

A local school district in Illinois is seeking a Substitute Custodian to ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of school facilities. The role requires knowledge of cleaning tasks, the ability to work independently, and effective communication skills. Daily responsibilities include cleaning restrooms, monitoring safety, and reporting maintenance needs. This position offers a competitive rate of $16.50 per hour and is open until filled.

Qualifications

• Experience with basic cleaning and maintenance tasks.
• Ability to report issues and communicate effectively.
• Willingness to undergo training as required.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain school facilities daily.
• Check and report safety concerns in the building.
• Ensure timely attendance and follow board policy.

Skills

Knowledge of basic cleaning

Ability to work without constant supervision

Cooperative and pleasant demeanor

Job description

Description

Substitute Custodian as needed at any one of our schools. $16.50/hr.

Please reach out to Dave West, Director of Buildings and Grounds, with questions.
[e-mail]
309.389.2231 ext. 3003

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic cleaning, repair and maintenance of a school building.
• Ability to complete appointed tasks without the need for constant supervision.
• Other Qualifications as might be determined as necessary.

Performance Descriptors

• Keeps a careful watch over the building and grounds for any situation that could lead to injury or harm to students, staff or the general public.
• On a daily basis during the normal workweek, checks all rooms, windows, and doors for safety concerns.
• Keeps the building clean and attractive in appearance by performing daily, routine sweeping of floors, mopping of restrooms, and cleaning and disinfecting restroom fixtures, water fountains and high contact areas.
• Empties and removes garbage from the building and recycling containers and complies with all laws and procedures for the storage and disposal of any hazardous waste.
• Washes windows both inside and outside as frequently as necessary, weather permitting.
• Cleans classroom boards on a regular basis in accordance with proper maintenance procedures for each type of marking surface.
• Keeps the principal and the Director of Buildings and Grounds aware of all needed repairs.
• Reports damage to school property immediately. Removes graffiti as soon as detected.
• Assumes responsibility for the opening and closing of the school building each school day and for determining, before leaving, that all doors and windows are secured, and all lights, except those left on for safety reasons, are turned off.
• Maintains supplies and equipment (e.g. cleaning solutions, paper products, vacuum, mops, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of items required to properly stock facilities.
• Distributes supplies and equipment (e.g. fill soap dispensers, towel/toilet paper dispensers, etc.).
• Moves furniture and equipment as needed and as directed by the Director of Buildings and Grounds.
• Completes employer required training for the purpose of maintaining current knowledge regarding specific job and/or district, state and federal rules, regulations, policies and procedures and laws.
• Remains on the school premises during school hours, unless excused by Director of Buildings and Grounds, within reason, during non-school hours when the use of the building has been authorized and his/her attendance is required.
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
• Able to work cooperatively and pleasantly with peers, supervisors, parents, and children.
• Reports to work on time and maintains a good personal record of attendance.
• Follows Board policy at all times and performs any other related duties as assigned.

Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian
Date Posted: 4/17/2025

Location: Illini Bluffs Administrative Office
Closing Date: Until Filled