Custodian

Job Description

Job Title: Custodian

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Reports to: Head/Lead Custodian or Custodial & Energy Management Supervisor

Pay Grade: Auxiliary 2

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Date Revised: 03/15/2025

Clean and maintain district facilities using routine procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.

Education/Certification:

• None specified

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures
• Knowledge of minor repair and maintenance techniques
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment
• Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies

Experience:

• None required

• Maintain a cleaning schedule that includes floors, chalkboards/whiteboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
• Keep school buildings and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas, neat and clean.
• Comply with local laws and district procedures for storage and disposal of trash.
• Assist in maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional supplies as needed.

• Assist with lunchroom setup, including arranging tables and chairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance to ensure the comfort, health, and safety of students and staff.
• Make minor building repairs as needed and report major repair needs to the principal or supervisor.
• Regulate heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide appropriate temperatures and ensure economical use of fuel, water, and electricity.
• Move furniture or equipment within the building as directed.
• Assist in setting up facilities for special events.

• Assist with opening and closing the building each school day, ensuring all exit doors and panic hardware function properly during occupancy.
• Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.
• Inspect machines and equipment daily for safety and efficiency.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques, including proper lifting and climbing practices.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions and promptly report conditions that cannot be immediately corrected.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

None.

Tools/Equipment Used: Floor buffer, floor stripper, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, electric drill, hand tools, carpet shampooer, lawn mower, edger, and weed trimmer.

Posture: Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.

Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs and ladders, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching.

Lifting: Daily heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over).

Environment: Work indoors and outdoors, including slippery or uneven surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme temperatures, dust, and cleaning chemicals; may work irregular or prolonged hours.

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress.

Full-Time

$16.32 to $22.54 Per Hour

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required