CUSTODIAN

CustodianJob Overview The Custodian will maintain physical and cleaning needs of the District's buildings by performing routine and moderate to heavy manual work. This incumbent will ensure that all District buildings assigned is in a condition of operating excellence and cleanliness providing safe, comfortable and healthy environments for students, teachers, staff and visitors.Position Description Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesFlooring Sweep, wet and dry mop, buff and wax floors and participate in floor strippingVacuum and shampoo carpet removing stains and sanitizingClean and sanitize restroom floors, common areas, classrooms, etc.Use various tools to remove scuffmarks from floors in rooms and hallsOperate custodial equipment such as mops, 2-speed and high speed buffers, wet/dry vacuum cleaners, shampoo machines, water and carpet extractors, carpet blowers, spotters and ride/walk behind automatic floor scrubberCommon Areas Clean and sanitize walls, sinks, urinals and commodes; remove wall spots and stainsClean windows and mirrors as well as baseboardsClean, wash and/or polish cafeteria tables, counter tops and fixturesDust furniture, desks, woodwork and blinds, counter and table topsWipe down chalkboards/whiteboardsRemove paper, trash and garbage from assigned areas and place in proper containers for disposalReplace toilet paper, towels and soapOperational Maintain grounds around buildings, pick-up paper, cans, trash and debris; clean sidewalks, driveways and parking lots and play areasUtilize Kaivac restroom cleaning machine, chair dolly, computers, washer and dryer, pressure washer, two-way communication device, and other various janitorial equipmentPerform walk through using established procedures for locking, checking and safeguarding facility, including turning off lightsMove and arrange furniture and boxesSet up/take down chairs and tables daily in the cafeteria and as needed for eventsReport any maintenance problems and/or unauthorized people in buildingAssist with minor repairs such as replace pencil sharpeners, adjusting desks, open students lockers, open/close valves, etc.Supervisory Responsibilities NoneQualificationsQualification Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the above essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities, required unless otherwise stated as preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions.High School Diploma or GED preferredAbility to work various shifts and locations within the school district and some after-hours and weekend rentals, if applicableAbility to properly handle multiple types of cleaning materialsAbility to work collaboratively with others and take directions from supervisorsAbility to use and manipulate various types of operational equipment with or without supervisionAbility to carry equipment such as vacuums on backAbility to read, write and follow oral and written procedures in EnglishAbility to use some hand tools and climb laddersPhysical Requirements/Working ConditionsThe work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms. The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Attendance at conferences and professional development is required. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties. May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress.Additional Information Work requires sufficient physical strength, agility, dexterity, and hand-eye-foot coordination to perform all essential tasks, including operating custodian equipment, lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds, pushing and pulling equipment weighing up to 70 pounds, reaching in front of body and stretching overhead. Employee is exposed to potential chemical hazards and toxic substances when using cleaning liquids, solvents and solutions, to potential biological hazards when cleaning restrooms, and to potential physical hazards when operating custodian equipment. Work also exposes employee to dust, fumes and occasionally to adverse weather conditions. Work requires the frequent use of safety clothing and equipment and compliance with safety procedures. Usage of propane gas and battery operated equipment. Most positions require work during evening/night shifts.Primary Location: TEXAS-STAFFORDWork Locations: POLICE FACILITIES & CONSTRUCT 13600 MURPHY RD. STAFFORD 77477Job: StaffOrganization: DEPARTMENT Position Calendar : 260JUL School Year : 2026-2027 Salary Grade : 602