Custodian​/Lead @ Cactus Canyon

Position: CUSTODIAN / LEAD @ CACTUS CANYON 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR (4961)
CUSTODIAN / LEAD @ CACTUS CANYON  SCHOOL YEAR (4961)

Position Type:

Facilities, Maintenance & Warehouse/CUSTODIAN/LEAD

Date Posted:

7/10/2026

Location:

DSF
-DISTRICT SUPPORT FACILITY (CONSTR/FACILITIES)

Closing Date:

07/17/2026

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DEPARTMENT:

Construction & Facilities

WORK YEAR: 12 Months

SALARY

SCHEDULE:

Education Support Professional

SUMMARY

The Custodian, Lead supervises other custodians and performs custodial duties in the maintenance and cleaning of buildings and facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

* Provides quality environmental services to the assigned campus/site to maintain a safe healthy environment for students and staff. Performs a variety of custodial tasks such as dusting, sweeping, mopping, and waxing floors; empties waste containers; washes windows, walls, woodwork; scours and polishes tile, porcelain and metal fixtures; cleans and arranges furniture; cleans mirrors and doors; cleans outside walkways; collects and dumps trash.

* Secures buildings, ensuring doors and windows are intact and locked, and lights are out.

* Plans, coordinates, and supervises the work of assigned Custodians; establishes and assigns work schedules; trains new Custodians.

* Reports supply and equipment needs to Campus Facility Supervisor or Campus Operations Worker. Assists with cleaning and maintaining custodial tools and equipment.

* Replaces light bulbs and tubes; makes minor repairs on such items as fixtures, ceiling tiles, furniture, and equipment.

* Sets up and cleans after athletic events and other activities.

* Supports the relationship between the Phoenix Union High School District and the public by demonstrating courteous and professional behavior when interacting with students, parents, visitors, and school staff; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records, and school information; follows Governing Board Policies; performs all other related duties as required or assigned.

The above essential functions are intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

* High School diploma or GED equivalent; AND two years of custodial and supervisory experience preferred; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

* A valid Arizona State Driver's License is required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

* Skill in performing general maintenance and repairs.

* Skill in operating custodial equipment such as buffers, scrubbers and extractors.

* Ability to read and follow warning labels on supplies, cleaning solutions, and hazardous materials.

* Skill in understanding, explaining, and applying technical skills, relevant rules, regulations, policies, safety protocols and procedures.

* Skill in coordinating the efforts of individuals and teams to complete projects and tasks.

* Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and procedures.

* Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

* Ability to provide excellent customer experiences, including but not limited to interacting tactfully and courteously with the public.

* Commitment to create and sustain a thriving learning and working environment for students and staff.

* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

* Ability to use initiative within organizational policies, procedures and guidelines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

* Work is performed throughout campuses and District facilities, both indoors and outdoors.

* Work requires exposure to hot and cold temperatures, potentially dangerous tools and equipment, and hazardous chemicals. Physical ability to perform all of the essential functions (e.g. stand, turn, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach, lift, push, pull, and climb ladders).

* May be required to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

The Board is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or sexual orientation, as well as gender identity, gender expression and immigration status. This policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff members, students, the public, educational programs and services, and individuals with whom the Board does business. Any person who believes he or she has been subjected to discrimination, harassment or retaliation on the basis of any protected reason other than disability may file a complaint under Administrative Regulation JB-R, or may contact the Superintendent's designee, the District Hearing & Compliance Officer at:

Phoenix Union High School District

4502 N. Central Avenue

Phoenix, Arizona 85012

Phone:

E-mail: PUHSDComplaints