Custodian; Substitute

Custodian (Substitute)

Location:

Donna Independent School District, Frankie Jimenez (Moye) Building, Donna, Texas

Job : 5771440

Final date to receive applications: Jun 16, 2026 5:00 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Jun 09, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Title: Custodian (Substitute)

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Department: Assigned Campus or Department

Reports to: Head Custodian/Principal

Approved by: Board of Trustees

Education and Related

Work Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Experience in a custodian role focused on building upkeep and with great physical endurance to cover a large space.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• None specified.

Technical Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance.
• Ability to operate and maintain industrial cleaning equipment and appliances.
• Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies and the safe disposal of chemical liquids and other hazardous components.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community.
• Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent Policies and building and department procedures.
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in the English language preferred.
• Exercise professional judgment in absences; be punctual to work, meetings, and appointments.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Follow routine cleaning and maintenance procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.

Cleaning – Assist to:

• Implement and maintain established cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
• Keep school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas, neat.
• Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.
• Maintain an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and order additional supplies as needed.

Maintenance and Repair – Assist to:

• Assist with lunchroom set up, including arranging tables and chairs.
• Regulate, heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide appropriate temperatures and ensure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity.
• Make minor building repairs as needed and report major repair needs to principal.
• Move furniture or equipment within building as directed by principals.
• Operate all tools including Mechanical and electrical equipment entailed to complete work duties.

Safety – Assist to:

• Assume responsibility for opening and closing building each school day.
• Oversee procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.
• Check daily to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during hours of building occupancy.
• Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor.
• Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.
• Wear assigned and required uniform clothing and non‑slip shoes.

Other:

• Wear district employees  at all times within the district premises.
• Foster a team environment by assisting coworkers with scheduled work demands.
• Exercises professional judgment in absences; is punctual to work, meetings, and appointments.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Director, Principal (or designee), Campus Administrator or Department Supervisor.
• Employees are to adhere to Donna ISD Employee Standards of Conduct and Donna ISD Code of Ethics.

None

Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide. Ability to determine weight, measurement, volume, and distance.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram or schedule form.

Position Type:
Full‑Time

Salary: $10.50 Per Hour

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Joey Garza, Director
• Frankie Jimenez (Moye) Building
• Phone:
• Email: