Assistant Custodian - Akron Public Schools

assistant custodian - akron public schools city of akron, oh
• akron, oh, united states

salary: $24.65 - $27.00 hourly
location: akron, oh
job type: permanent
job number: 2026-aps-o-1-292
department: akron public schools
opening date: 01/06/2026
closing date: 1/16/2026 11:59 pm eastern

this position is responsible for grounds maintenance, custodial, and supervisory work for the akron public schools. An employee in this class makes a safe and sanitary environment for students and faculty; supervises cleaning and maintenance of the building; is responsible for building cleanliness and security after school.

• ensure safety of students
• perform minor repairs, including, but not limited to, air handler and room filter replacement, grease electric motors and shafts
• operate and perform routine maintenance on the heating and cooling systems
• maintain an accurate inventory of all custodial equipment, materials and supplies
• request needed equipment, materials and supplies
• shovel and remove snow from school grounds
• mow school lawns
• maintain a clean and safe boiler room
• sweep, vacuum, mop and wax floors
• empty and clean waste receptacles, trash pails and pencil sharpeners
• refill soap dispensers, paper towel dispensers and toilet paper dispensers throughout the building
• remove cobwebs, clean windows and chalkboards
• conduct nightly visits to the mechanical rooms checking monitors and controls to validate safe operation
• secure building at night
• clean and maintain custodial equipment and materials
• clean and sanitize restrooms
• repair equipment and building as needed
• conduct periodic inspections of the building
• complete paperwork as required by supervisor
• promote good safety practices and procedures
• make contacts with the public with tact and diplomacy
• interact in a positive manner with staff, students and parents
• promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation
• isolate problems and service areas of the heating and cooling systems
• perform manual work in the custodial care of building and adjacent grounds
• perform minor maintenance in the building and its adjacent grounds
• responsible for using proper methods and materials in cleaning and caring for buildings and equipment
• exercise care in the use of cleaning materials for different types of building surfaces
• work cooperatively with others
• assume supervisory responsibilities on their shift in absence of the custodian
• maintain school grounds and landscape
• respond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner
• report any/all discipline issues to the head custodian and/or custodial services office in a timely manner
• attend meetings and seminars as required
• perform related duties as assigned by the head custodian
• move heavy articles such as desks, tables, file cabinets, etc.

• graduation from an accredited high school or g.e.d.
• a minimum of two years of paid experience performing custodial and housekeeping work
• state of ohio low pressure boiler operator license desired. License required for assignments at buildings operating a low pressure steam boiler.

• ability to work effectively with others
• ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
• ability to listen effectively and actively
• ability to problem solve
• knowledge of heating and cooling systems
• knowledge of electrical and plumbing repairs
• knowledge of appropriate safety procedures
• knowledge of the proper care and storage of chemicals
• ability to read and understand verbal and written instructions, written warnings and labels
• knowledge of heating and cooling plant operations
• ability to use computer to change different functions of heating and cooling systems
• ability to work with the general public as customers
• ability to work independently
• ability to learn proper use of materials, methods and practices used in cleaning operations
• ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to building fixtures and equipment
• ability to exercise care in the use of cleaning materials for different types of building surfaces

this is a classified position. The selection process will consist of a competitive…