Night Custodian

Reports to: Building & Grounds Director

Full-time, non-exempt position (40 hours/week). Salary and benefits as outlined in the Custodian Collective Bargaining Agreement.

About the Role

The Night Custodian cleans and maintains assigned school facilities, coordinating with the Buildings & Grounds Director, school administrators, teachers, support staff, students, parents, and the community.

This is a full-time, 12-month position. When school is in session, the regular work day is 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (eight consecutive hours including a 30-minute meal period). When school is not in session, the regular work day is 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Hours may be adjusted with notice to improve operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning and janitorial duties in common areas, classrooms, offices, cafeterias, computer labs, break rooms, bathrooms, locker rooms, hallways, entryways, gymnasiums, and exterior grounds.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms and cafeteria.
• Perform minor repairs and maintenance, such as replacing light fixtures or unclogging pipes.
• Conduct limited grounds maintenance, including mowing, trimming lawns and hedges, and removing snow from sidewalks.
• Ensure heating and cooling systems are operational.
• Maintain a neat and orderly janitor’s room; stock cleaning and maintenance supplies.
• Wash windows.
• Inspect the school for safety hazards and report deficiencies to the Director, Principal, or School Resource Officer.
• Carry and respond to a cellphone or two-way radio during assigned shifts.
• Set up, tear down, and clean after activities; move and arrange furniture and equipment as requested.
• Interact with students, staff, visitors, and groups during and after school hours to address building use needs.
• Receive, document, and coordinate building permits.
• Respond to last-minute requests, unscheduled events, and changes regarding building use.
• Collaborate daily with the Director and Principal to resolve issues, schedule work, plan projects, inspect the building, and coordinate activity needs.
• Monitor and inspect the building daily for safety and cleanliness; make minor repairs and report maintenance needs to the supervisor.
• Notify the building supervisor of hazardous or harmful situations.
• Secure the facility daily by locking doors, windows, and setting alarms; monitor building security throughout the shift.
• Report supply and equipment needs to the Director; perform daily preventative maintenance on custodial equipment.
• Ensure proper use, identification, mixture, and application of chemicals.
• Remove snow and ice from sidewalks to ensure safe egress.
• Comply with energy conservation procedures daily.
• Perform special cleaning and assist with renovation projects; operate large cleaning equipment and assist with floor maintenance and restoration.
• Respond as essential personnel during emergencies, weather events, or school/district closures.
• Attend work as scheduled and arrive on time.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least one year of custodial experience preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of safety hazards and proper use of cleaning and sanitizing solutions.
• Detail-oriented and thorough.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to operate a computerized security system.
• Ability to maintain honesty and integrity in all aspects of the job.
• Ability to follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent policies, and building/department procedures.
• Ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, and practice safe work habits.
• Ability to perform basic repairs and operate tools or equipment used in routine maintenance.
• Ability to keep the school clean and orderly.
• Ability to interact professionally, politely, and courteously with staff, students, parents, and visitors.
• Operating knowledge of all major custodial equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Able to navigate all areas of the school quickly, including indoor and outdoor spaces.
• Prolonged periods of standing and walking throughout the school and classrooms.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to lift, bend, stoop, climb, kneel, sit, stand, crawl, push, and pull.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Schedule

Full-time, 12-month position with an eight-hour workday (including a 30-minute meal period).

• When school is in session: 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
• When school is not in session: 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Hours may be adjusted with notice to improve operational efficiency.