CUSTODIAN

About the role

Maine Township High School District 207 announces a vacancy for an Custodian- 12 month at Maine Township High School District 207 beginning with the 2026-2027 school year.

Responsibilities

• General Cleaning & Sanitation
• Sweep, mop, scrub, and clean floors and other surfaces.
• Clean, dust, and wax furniture, fixtures, windows, doors, trim, and other surfaces.
• Clean and service restrooms, ensuring proper sanitation and replenishment of supplies.
• Wash interior glass surfaces including windows, partitions, framed pictures, and doors.
• Clean exterior window and door glass as required.
• Collect, bag, and remove trash and recyclable materials from classrooms, offices, and building spaces.
• Floor Care & Maintenance
• Clean, renovate, and refinish floor surfaces using appropriate materials and equipment.
• Properly operate and maintain floor-cleaning equipment such as scrubbers, buffers, and vacuums.
• Replace incandescent and fluorescent light bulbs as needed.
• Building Support & Operations
• Moves furniture, office items, classroom supplies, and other equipment as directed.
• Affixes signs, posters, and other temporary decorations as needed.
• Assists with opening and closing procedures, including locking and unlocking doors and windows.
• Turns off unnecessary lights and verifies that areas are secure.
• Maintains building entrances by sweeping or shoveling snow and treating icy steps or walkways when needed.
• Additional Responsibilities
• Provides general support to staff and administration to maintain a safe and functional environment.
• Completes all assigned work orders in a timely and professional manner.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by the Director of Buildings and Grounds or administration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous custodial, maintenance, or facility operations experience preferred.
• Able to lift 50 pounds, move furniture, and perform physically demanding tasks throughout the workday.
• Able to safely use custodial tools, cleaning equipment, and chemicals.
• Maintains high standards of cleanliness and ensures areas are thoroughly and consistently maintained.
• Manages tasks efficiently, prioritizes responsibilities, and completes work within set timelines.
• Responds effectively to changing priorities, urgent tasks, or building needs.
• Maintains punctual attendance and demonstrates consistency, integrity, and trustworthiness.
• Works cooperatively with staff, students, and administrators in a professional manner.
• Follows all district safety protocols, including chemical handling, equipment use, and building procedures.
• Seeks opportunities to improve cleaning efficiency and adopts new methods or technologies as needed.

Skills

• Work Ethic & Reliability - Demonstrates dependability, self-motivation, and a strong commitment to quality work.
• Physical Capability - Able to lift 50 pounds, move furniture, and perform physically demanding tasks throughout the workday.
• Technical Proficiency - Able to safely use custodial tools, cleaning equipment, and chemicals.
• Attention to Detail - Maintains high standards of cleanliness and ensures areas are thoroughly and consistently maintained.
• Organization & Time Management - Manages tasks efficiently, prioritizes responsibilities, and completes work within set timelines.
• Adaptability - Responds effectively to changing priorities, urgent tasks, or building needs.
• Reliability & Work Ethic - Maintains punctual attendance and demonstrates consistency, integrity, and trustworthiness.
• Interpersonal Skills - Works cooperatively with staff, students, and administrators in a professional manner.
• Safety Awareness - Follows all district safety protocols, including chemical handling, equipment use, and building procedures.
• Continuous Improvement - Seeks opportunities to improve cleaning efficiency and adopts new methods or technologies as needed.

Professional Expectations

• Arrives on time, maintains regular attendance, and follows established work schedules and procedures.
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic, dependability, and consistency in completing assigned tasks with quality and care.
• Interacts respectfully and courteously with students, staff, families, and community members; serves as a positive representative of the District.
• Safeguards sensitive information encountered while working in classrooms, offices, or other instructional spaces.
• Follows all safety protocols, uses equipment responsibly, reports hazards promptly, and ensures work practices support a safe school environment.
• Maintains high standards in cleaning, maintenance, and facility care; ensures school spaces are sanitized, orderly, and welcoming.
• Responds promptly to requests, emergencies, and building needs; demonstrates initiative in identifying and resolving problems.
• Works effectively with other custodians, maintenance personnel, and school staff to support building operations.
• Uses district equipment and supplies appropriately, avoids waste, and contributes to the longevity and proper care of school facilities.
• Adjusts to changing tasks, priorities, and building needs, including special events, weather-related duties, and emergency situations.
• Maintains appropriate, clean, and safe attire consistent with district expectations and safety guidelines.
• Sets goals, seeks opportunities to learn, develop skills, and enhance efficiency and effectiveness in daily work.
• Approaches all interactions with helpfulness and a service-oriented attitude to support the success of the school community.

Pay

12-month (260 paid days) - Start Date tbd
Total Number of Paid Hours/Day: 8.00
Total Number of Paid Hours: 2,080
Hourly Rate: $22.53
Approximately $48,894.55 (includes 2nd shift stipend and weekend stipend) (prorated first year based on start date)

Schedule

Wednesday - Sunday 2:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.