Custodian - Part Time - Poston Junior High School

Custodian - Part Time - Poston Junior High School Job Details Job ID: 5801461 Application Deadline: Jul 09, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time) Posted: Jun 24, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: To Be Determined Job Description Employment Type: Part-time (19 hours per week) Base Hourly: $17.12 Class/Calendar: A12, 12 months Benefits: None Performance Pay: Available annually New Hire Experience: 1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten‑year maximum New Hire Education: 1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position Job Summary: To perform custodial duties as required by district standards; to maintain the cleanliness and safe conditions of a school environment. Drug and Alcohol Testing: Prior to employment or during the first 3 months of new hire probationary period, testing shall be required of all new contract employees who work in Operations. Any applicants with a confirmed positive test will not be eligible for employment. Key Responsibilities Perform custodial duties as required by district standards Perform many diversified tasks each day to maintain the cleanliness and safe condition of the schools Operate custodial power equipment Assist in moving equipment and furniture as required Regular and on‑time attendance required Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit Assist with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools Required Qualifications Working knowledge and experience of custodial equipment, supplies, and proper cleaning procedures Preferred Qualifications High School education or GED preferred Skills & Competencies Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community Ability to work independently, under pressure and follow directions Ability to perform heavy manual labor as required Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with staff members Satisfactory work record Ability to communicate effectively Work Environment & Physical Requirements Custodians work inside classrooms, hallways, restrooms, gymnasiums, cafeterias, and offices, as well as outside maintaining school grounds Frequent use of cleaning solutions, disinfectants, and floor treatments requires proper safety precautions Exposed to high temperatures when working outside Requires long periods of standing and walking, often covering large areas of the school throughout the shift Frequently bends to clean floors, pick up trash, and access low areas Sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and other cleaning activities require repetitive arm and hand movements Ability to lift approximately 50 pounds Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position. Job Requirements High School/Trade School degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mesa-Public-Schools---A