CUSTODIAN

Position Type:
Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian

Date Posted:
7/29/2026

Location:
Timber Ridge

Date Available:
26-27 SY

Closing Date:
UNTIL FILLED
GENERAL INFORMATION:

Title ................................................................. Custodian
Licensure ........................................................ None
Endorsement .................................................. None
Classification ...................................................Classified - 12 month - 262 days
FLSA Status ................................................... Non-Exempt
Reports to ...................................................... Program Administrator/Buildings and Grounds Coordinator
Salary Classification ...................................... ESP - starting at Lane II Step 0 Reviewed/Revised ........................................ 4/2024
Benefits.................................................................. PER NSSEA ESP BARGAINED AGREEMENT


PURPOSE:

The position of the Custodian is to maintain the cleanliness and safety of all buildings and grounds through the proper care of equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain cleanliness of buildings and grounds as directed for the purpose of maintaining a healthy environment.
• Set up and move furnishings and equipment for the purpose of program equipment needs.
• Provide maintenance services including; but not limited to waxing, mowing, and painting as directed to maintain the appearance and upkeep of the buildings and grounds.
• Provide snow removal as assigned during early work hours for the purpose of providing a safe entrance to the building for staff and students and then reporting to work at designated work hours.
• Remove waste as directed for the purpose of maintaining a hazardous free environment utilizing district approved removal and storage procedures.
• Provide feedback to supervisor about the condition of the building and grounds for the purpose of maintaining a safe environment.
• Provide light maintenance and repair as trained and directed by supervisor.
• Work over time when appropriate and approved by supervisor.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the program.
• Support NSSEO policy, NSSEO and governing board goals and objectives, and The School Code of Illinois.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• To perform the physically demanding job functions, strength and/or endurance for lifting, carrying, pushing and /pulling are continuously required.
• To perform the most physically demanding job functions, the physical capabilities of climbing and balancing are occasionally required.
• To perform the most physically demanding job functions, the physical body movement of stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling is occasionally required.
• To perform the most physically demanding job functions, the upper extremity physical capabilities reaching, handling, and/or fine motor dexterity are occasionally required.
• Exposure to temperature extremes is occasionally present.
• Exposure to hazardous conditions (e.g. mechanical, cuts, burns, infectious disease, high decibel noise, etc.) is seldom or not present.
• Frequency of exposure to injury to self and/or other is seldom or not present.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma/GED or qualifications acceptable to the Board and at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English to understand directions and communicate with supervisors, staff and students.
• Able to physically move about the building and grounds and lift 30-80 lbs.
• Flexibility to report early for snow removal when needed and ability to physically complete snow removal efficiently
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate district vehicles

Attachment(s):

• CUSTODIAN.pdf