Custodian

Custodian – 8 Hour

Jefferson Parish Schools – Woodland West School – Harvey, Louisiana. Open in Google Maps.

Job : 5819532

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 07, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Start Date: Jul 27, 2026

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the plant manager in maintaining safety, security, cleanliness, and appearance of the physical plant.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES/

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain cleanliness of halls and entrances.
• Clean walls and windows.
• Check dressing rooms.
• Clean classroom units as specified in accordance with the working schedule and minimum cleaning schedule specific to school needs.
• Be responsive to coordinator, plant manager, and/or assistant custodian where appropriate.
• Perform all other duties as required by the plant manager or Coordinator of Maintenance & Custodial Services.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/HOURS WORKED:

• All weather conditions, winter and summer.
• Employee is expected to provide and wear appropriate clothing for conditions of the day.
• Work day consists of 8 hours daily, 5 days per week.
• Overtime (after hours). Saturday and Sunday occasionally required.
• Plant managers/custodial personnel may be required to work a split shift.

COMMUNICATION

SKILLS:

• Must be able to read and comprehend service order and repair request documents.

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Electric buffers, stripper, mop, push broom, etc.

PHYSICAL INVOLVEMENT:

• Trunk flexion and squatting are necessary requirements in accomplishing tasks such as working under raised buildings, in attic spaces, toilet room enclosures, etc., again often necessitating carrying tools, building materials, etc.

MENTAL INVOLVEMENT:

• Comprehend written instructions.

HUMAN RELATIONS INVOLVEMENT:

• Conduct activities in group settings maintaining an objective attitude, decorum and diplomacy, tact and discretion.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to read, write and comprehend instructions on operation of equipment of all types and on the use of chemicals used in cleaning operation.

COMPENSATION:

• JP Schools offers a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience.
• JP Schools also offers a competitive benefits package.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Custodian

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.