Custodian

About the role

The Technician I maintains the cleanliness and safety of the school environment under the direction of the Associate Director of Facilities.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize restrooms, hallways, and classrooms throughout the day, ensuring a hygienic and safe space for students and staff.
• Respond promptly to radio calls for clean-up emergencies and secure the building as directed.
• Empty garbage and recycling containers regularly, maintaining a clean and orderly environment.
• Remove snow and salt walkways in winter; ensure the yard and playground are free of debris during warmer months.
• Assist with moving furniture, basic maintenance, painting, and exterior maintenance (raking, mowing, site clean-up, trimming shrubbery, etc.).
• Comply with safety and environmental regulations and procedures, including handling chemicals, solvents, blood, body fluids, and/or body tissues.
• Foster positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• Assist with cafeteria preparation and minor maintenance repairs as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1-3 years of work-related experience in maintaining a clean and organized environment, preferably in a school setting.
• CPR Certification (can be obtained during employment).

Pay

Starting wage is $18.57 per hour.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 7:15 am to 3:45 pm. Start date is as soon as possible.

Benefits

• 20 days of PTO eligible for potential monetary payout and 10 days of vacation annually, plus 11 paid holidays.
• Affordable health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan premiums start at $29.46 for single, $67.40 for family each pay period).
• $6,000 cash-in-lieu for benefit-eligible employees who opt out of medical insurance.
• Onsite clinic for insured staff and their families ($5 fee); Bellin Nearsite and FastCare fees of $15 per visit.
• Long-term disability insurance with options to add short-term disability, voluntary accident, and critical illness insurance.
• Exceptional pension plan through the Wisconsin Retirement System with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• District contribution to a 403b Supplemental Retirement Account.
• Free and confidential employee assistance program offering tools, resources, and professional consultation services for employees and their immediate family dependents.