Custodian

Hillsborough County Public Schools Valrico:

Alafia Elementary
- Valrico, Florida Open in Google Maps

Hillsborough County Public Schools Valrico:

Alafia Elementary
- Valrico, Florida Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education

Job : 5795862

Final date to receive applications: Jul 22, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Posted: Jun 22, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Work hours are 1:00pm-9:30pm Mon-Fri.

Summary:

The Custodian will perform daily cleaning, minor maintenance, yard duties, and assigned tasks in order to provide a clean and healthy learning environment in all school district facilities.

• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance. Physical presence is expected as part of a reliable and predictable pattern of attendance.
• Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform essential duties.

• Sweeps, mops, scrubs, waxes, and burnish floors; vacuums and shampoos carpets; cleans, sanitizes, and stocks restrooms; cleans and dusts horizontal and vertical surfaces; removes and disposes of waste daily; maintains clean custodial closets.
• Performs minor non‑cleaning maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, toilet seats, unclogging toilets, changing ceiling tiles, touching up paint, securing windows, delivering supplies, setting up for activities/meetings, assembling/moving furniture.
• Follows lawn and facility maintenance program: mowing, weeding, edging, trimming, fertilizing, minor plant replacement, mulching, blowing off sidewalks/curbs, watering, pressure washing, graffiti removal.
• Opens/closes and secures facility: gates, doors, windows, alarm systems. Turns lights on/off, ensures grounds are free of debris and hazards; responds to emergencies by securing perimeter.
• Works independently or as part of custodial crew, cooperatively in group situations, exhibits tact and consideration, displays positive outlook, offers assistance to co-workers, resolves conflicts.
• Assumes modified duties and responsibilities of Head Custodian or Custodial Crew Leader in absence or vacancy.
• Possesses basic comprehensive English language skills.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

• Attendance & Punctuality: schedules time off in advance, begins on time, keeps absences within guidelines, ensures coverage when absent, arrives on time for meetings.
• Dependability: responds to requests for service, follows instructions, takes responsibility, meets attendance guidelines.
• Job Knowledge: competent in required job skills, learns new skills, keeps abreast of developments, requires minimal supervision, understands job relations, uses resources effectively.
• Personal Appearance: dresses appropriately, stays well‑groomed, wears provided uniform daily.
• Safety & Security: observes safety procedures, determines action beyond guidelines, uses equipment properly, reports unsafe conditions.
• Teamwork: balances team and individual responsibilities, shows objectivity, welcomes feedback, contributes to positive team spirit, prioritizes team success over own interests.

NOTE:

School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age. The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

• Experience: One (1) year of increasingly responsible experience in large scale housekeeping, custodial, or building and grounds maintenance work.
• All new and current employees are encouraged to complete the Custodial Operations Career Advancement training program.
• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  Reads, comprehends simple instructions, short correspondence, memos; writes simple correspondence; presents information in one‑on‑one and small groups; basic comprehensive English.
• Mathematical
  
  Skills:
  
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