Custodian

Custodian

Plaquemines Parish School Board SOUTH PLAQUEMINES HIGH - Buras, Louisiana Open in Google Maps

• Job : 5831971
• Final date to receive applications: Jul 29, 2026 5:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
• Re-Posted: Jul 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

$31,665-$48,402

Ad Valorem - 2.40 parish property (ad valorem) tax mills are dedicated to employee salaries. The annual receipts from this tax are distributed to employees twice a year, one-half in January and one-half in June. The amount of each employee’s supplement is the employee’s salary multiplied by the annual percentage (computed each year based on actual tax revenues).

To maintain a clean, safe and sanitary environment for students, staff and visitors by performing routine cleaning, maintenance and minor repairs in school facilities. The Custodian ensures that school buildings and grounds are well‑maintained, compliant with health and safety standards and conducive to a positive learning environment.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Understanding of basic maintenance and minor repair techniques for buildings and equipment.
• Ability to properly handle and store cleaning chemicals and hazardous materials in compliance with safety regulations (e.g., Occupational Safety and Health Administration [OSHA], Safety Data Sheet [SDS] guidelines).
• Familiarity with floor care techniques, including stripping, waxing, buffing and carpet cleaning.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and emergency response protocols to maintain a secure school environment.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills to complete assigned tasks efficiently.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to interact professionally with staff, students and administrators.

• Previous experience in custodial work, facility maintenance or janitorial services.
• Experience working in a school, commercial or institutional setting.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment used in maintaining school facilities.

• Develops, implements and monitors initiatives to support the goals and objectives of the school, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while addressing operational needs.
• Sustains cleanliness and hygiene of school premises, including buildings, sidewalks, driveways, play areas and grounds, by performing sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, waxing, disinfecting restrooms, cleaning drinking fountains, washing windows and removing rubbish according to established schedules.
• Secures and unlocks buildings daily in alignment with the Principal’s directions, ensuring the facility is accessible and safe for operations.
• Maintains the school grounds by removing rubbish to uphold a clean, safe and aesthetically pleasing environment.
• Implements a routine maintenance schedule for custodial equipment.
• Prepares buildings and equipment for weather or emergency events by performing preventative maintenance tasks, securing resources and addressing seasonal needs to ensure operational readiness.
• Manages and maintains an inventory of supplies and equipment, including restroom essentials such as toilet tissue, paper towels and soap and ensures timely reordering to prevent disruptions in operations.
• Executes a continuous program of general maintenance, upkeep and repair to maintain the functionality and safety of school facilities.

• Builds and maintains positive working relationships by collaborating with supervisors, co‑workers, administrators, teachers, parents and other stakeholders to support school and district goals, ensuring seamless service delivery.
• Collaborates with co‑workers to complete tasks and assignments, promoting efficiency and effective operations.
• Reports promptly defacement or damage to school property and communicates safety hazards, injuries and repair or maintenance needs beyond personal capability to the principal to ensure timely resolution and maintain a safe, secure environment.

• Follows school, district, state and federal regulations to ensure compliance.