Custodian- 2nd Shift Job Belvidere area,Illinois USA,Maintenance/Cleaning

Position

Custodian – 2nd shift

Location

Seth Whitman Elementary School

Start Date

July 13, 2026

Hours

Monday‑Friday; 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.; some weekend work.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience working custodial in a school environment (preferred).
Knowledge of general math.
Prioritize work based on changing situations.
Utilize equipment under various conditions for multiple purposes while using multiple job‑related equipment.
Experience using email and electronic systems to receive and process work orders.
Strong problem‑solving skills.
Specific ability‑based competencies: adapt to changing work priorities, communicate with diverse groups, meet deadlines and schedules, work as part of a team, handle constant interruptions, and display custodial aptitude.

Physical Requirements

Significant lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling; fine finger dexterity. Ability to support 100 pounds.
Typically 10% sitting, 60% walking, 30% standing.
Work may occur in extreme temperatures and at various heights or cramped spaces. Personal protective equipment required.

Responsibilities

High and low dusting.

Cleans and disinfects bathrooms, shower rooms, classrooms, offices, and other rooms as assigned.

Washes and cleans walls and windows as necessary.

Collects and discards waste and recycling in designated areas.

Scrubs and waxes floors under direction of the Custodial Manager or designee.

Performs general maintenance as instructed.

Replenishes paper towels, hand soap, and toilet tissue as needed.

Sets up as directed by the Custodial Manager or designee.

Performs seasonal maintenance on the grounds (e.g., snow, ice).

Performs boiler and air conditioning checks and logs conditions as directed.

Locks and secures all School District property and buildings.

Performs tasks requiring more than one person in conjunction with other team members.

Notifies the Custodial Manager of mechanical defects or unsafe conditions.

Attends in‑service training as directed by the Custodial Manager or designee.

Obeys and adheres to all work and safety policies.

Other duties as assigned by the Custodial Manager or designee.

Complies with all District policies, including the District Personnel Policy Handbook.

May be required to work off‑shift hours on emergency calls.

General Maintenance (Examples)

Routine repairs to buildings and equipment.
Examples include: troubleshooting mechanical and equipment issues, changing light bulbs, repairing clocks and speakers, using hand‑operated drain cleaning tools, cleaning or changing filters on HVAC equipment, lubricating and greasing equipment, installing and repairing furniture, painting and caulking, repairing signage, cutting and installing ceiling tiles and grids, and installing flooring.

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