Custodian 2nd Shift Job Northampton area,Pennsylvania USA,Maintenance/Cleaning

Position Type:
Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian

Date Posted:
6/16/2026

Location:
Colonel John Siegfried Elementary School

Closing Date:
06/23/2026
Custodian 2nd Shift at Siegfried Elementary School effective August 17, 2026. Hours will be 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm.

POSITION: CUSTODIAN

REPORTS TO:
Supervisor of Facilities or Designee and Building Principal

JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for the cleaning of building facilities as per school standards; maintains the building in order to assist in the learning process.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Possesses High School Diploma or Equivalency
Assures compliance with Employment Eligibility, Criminal History Record, Pre-Employment Drug Testing, and Physical Examination/TB Test Standard
Possesses strong oral and written communication skills
Possesses interpersonal skills including tact, patience and courtesy
Exercises courtesy and good judgment in dealing with staff, students, parents, and the public
Possesses ability to maintain high level of confidentiality
Possesses experience in custodial duties preferred
Possesses a valid driver's license

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the NASD of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required

Performs all duties per the daily schedule, as provided by the Director of Operations
Cleans rooms, lavatories, drinking fountains, corridors, stairways, windows and other spaces by dusting, sweeping, washing, wet mopping, waxing, vacuuming and using other approved cleaning techniques
Removes trash and recycling products from buildings; loads vehicles and storage units, if necessary
Sets up and dismantles rooms, tables, chairs, etc for events, activities and meetings in the buildings, as assigned
Possesses ability to operate various types of vehicles - automatic, manual transmission, etc.
Assures ability to climb ladders and work at heights up to and exceeding 50 feet
Possesses ability to read and follow directions in order to properly mix cleaning chemicals
Possesses ability to operate equipment provided by the district to properly maintain the building and grounds including grass mowing and snow removal
Removes snow and ice from sidewalks and driveways; pulls weeds, trims hedges and bushes, and cuts grass
Replaces light bulbs in designated areas
Maintains regular and timely attendance

SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

Notifies Director of Operations and/or building principal of any necessary repairs or malfunctions
Checks doors, windows, and gates in designated areas to make sure they are secured
Reports any heating and air conditioning that is running after hours
Reports any irregularities with the building or maintenance systems
Possesses ability to set up and tear down scaffolding and extension ladders
Possesses ability to do weekly playground, building and roof checks
May paint up to 4hrs a day/8 hrs a week while school is in session and 4hrs a day/16 hrs a week during summer hours
Attends meetings and trainings as assigned
Performs other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Possesses ability to understand directions and instructions in order to perform duties
Possesses endurance to perform job requirements
Possesses ability to lift, carry, push and pull a weight of 50 lbs
Possesses ability to lift a weight of 25lbs to shoulder height or above
Possesses ability to stoop and bend in order to operate equipment
Possesses ability to walk, and/or stand eight (8) hours per day

MEASURED IN TERMS OF FREQUENCY:

A B C D

NOT AT ALL OCCASIONALLY FREQUENTLY CONSTANTLY

0% 1 - 33% 34 - 66% 67 - 100%

LIFTING: TRANSPORT:

Up to 10 lbs: D Up to 10 lbs: D
10 to 20 lbs: C 11 to 20 lbs: C
Beyond 20 lbs: B 20 to 50 lbs: C
Beyond 50 lbs: B Beyond 50 lbs: B

MOBILITY:

Demonstrates ability to move about work area to perform job functions: D
Demonstrates ability to position self to work with staff and public: D
Demonstrates ability to transport materials and supplies to appropriate locations to perform duties: D

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Eight (8) hours per day - forty (40) hours per week;
Hourly rate of pay and benefits in accordance with the current Collective Bargaining Agreement.

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

Northampton Area School District is an equal opportunity employment, educational and service organization

8/15/17