Highlands School District
Position Type:
Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian
Date Posted: 7/21/2025
Location: Highlands - All Buildings
Date Available: As soon as possible
Closing Date: Until Filled CUSTODIAN I
Job Summary:
To coordinate, monitor, direct and support the work of assigned custodial staff, to ensure the upkeep, cleanliness and safety of school buildings and grounds for students, staff and the community Ensure special requests for area of assignment are addressed effectively and promptly Evaluate areas of assignment at the end of each shift to ensure assigned areas of buildings and grounds are ready for their intended use Maintain the cleanliness of instructional areas, restrooms, cafeterias, locker rooms, and all other areas, including maintenance of grounds Essential Functions:
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Assist with planning and organizing custodial work in area of assignment Confers with principal and appropriate district personnel serving areas of assignment on custodial concerns Communicates with other custodians of other shifts to coordinate and address immediate and upcoming needs Sets custodial priorities for area of assignment and directs assigned staff Maintains proper work-related communication between employees Maintains equipment and supply inventories Addresses or notifies appropriate personnel of equipment failure, missing equipment, needed repairs or building maintenance concerns Tests and evaluates new products and makes recommendations regarding their use Complies with requirements and procedures for use, storage and disposal of waste, cleaners, chemicals and other materials used in performing required duties Maintains school buildings, ensuring a clean and orderly condition by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing and vacuuming classrooms, library, hallways, stairs, cafeteria, gymnasium and office spaces Cleans furniture, whiteboards, blackboards, glass, windowsills Empties wastebaskets and recycling receptacles, replaces supplies as needed Thoroughly cleans and disinfects water fountains, restrooms, showers and locker rooms Stocks paper towels and toilet paper and removes graffiti Assists with maintenance projects as needed Performs minor maintenance repairs and/or upkeep of painting, replacing light bulbs, air conditioner filters and other maintenance-related duties Provides building access to groups for scheduled activities, secures building when the activity is completed Maintains the security of all school district buildings, property and grounds Removes leaves, snow and spreads ice melt Performs custodial duties, as assigned Responds to emergency situations, vandalism, power failure and storm and water pipe failures Maintains tools, equipment and work space and job site in a clean and orderly manner Unloads materials, supplies and equipment when received Performs routine maintainenance, replacing burned out light bulbs, plumbing and repairs in rooms and halls Complies with district policy, local, state and federal laws and procedures for the use, storage and disposal of waste, cleaners, chemicals and all other materials used in performing duties Performs in accordance with school policy, regulations, state and federal laws Performs other duties assigned by the Supervisor or Superintendent Qualifications
: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Note:
The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment:
Uses hand tools of trade and related power equipment, including brooms, mops, floor cleaning and waxing machines, vacuum cleaners, snow blowers, shovels, power mower and hand tools.
Travel Requirements:
Occasional travel between schools, or between schools and central office, may be required.
Work Experience:
Custodial experience required, preferably in a school setting. One year or more experience in the direction and supervision of custodial personnel is preferred.
Highlands is an EOE.
Date Posted: 7/21/2025
Location: Highlands - All Buildings
Date Available: As soon as possible
Closing Date: Until Filled CUSTODIAN I
Job Summary:
To coordinate, monitor, direct and support the work of assigned custodial staff, to ensure the upkeep, cleanliness and safety of school buildings and grounds for students, staff and the community Ensure special requests for area of assignment are addressed effectively and promptly Evaluate areas of assignment at the end of each shift to ensure assigned areas of buildings and grounds are ready for their intended use Maintain the cleanliness of instructional areas, restrooms, cafeterias, locker rooms, and all other areas, including maintenance of grounds Essential Functions:
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Assist with planning and organizing custodial work in area of assignment Confers with principal and appropriate district personnel serving areas of assignment on custodial concerns Communicates with other custodians of other shifts to coordinate and address immediate and upcoming needs Sets custodial priorities for area of assignment and directs assigned staff Maintains proper work-related communication between employees Maintains equipment and supply inventories Addresses or notifies appropriate personnel of equipment failure, missing equipment, needed repairs or building maintenance concerns Tests and evaluates new products and makes recommendations regarding their use Complies with requirements and procedures for use, storage and disposal of waste, cleaners, chemicals and other materials used in performing required duties Maintains school buildings, ensuring a clean and orderly condition by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing and vacuuming classrooms, library, hallways, stairs, cafeteria, gymnasium and office spaces Cleans furniture, whiteboards, blackboards, glass, windowsills Empties wastebaskets and recycling receptacles, replaces supplies as needed Thoroughly cleans and disinfects water fountains, restrooms, showers and locker rooms Stocks paper towels and toilet paper and removes graffiti Assists with maintenance projects as needed Performs minor maintenance repairs and/or upkeep of painting, replacing light bulbs, air conditioner filters and other maintenance-related duties Provides building access to groups for scheduled activities, secures building when the activity is completed Maintains the security of all school district buildings, property and grounds Removes leaves, snow and spreads ice melt Performs custodial duties, as assigned Responds to emergency situations, vandalism, power failure and storm and water pipe failures Maintains tools, equipment and work space and job site in a clean and orderly manner Unloads materials, supplies and equipment when received Performs routine maintainenance, replacing burned out light bulbs, plumbing and repairs in rooms and halls Complies with district policy, local, state and federal laws and procedures for the use, storage and disposal of waste, cleaners, chemicals and all other materials used in performing duties Performs in accordance with school policy, regulations, state and federal laws Performs other duties assigned by the Supervisor or Superintendent Qualifications
: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Note:
The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment:
Uses hand tools of trade and related power equipment, including brooms, mops, floor cleaning and waxing machines, vacuum cleaners, snow blowers, shovels, power mower and hand tools.
Travel Requirements:
Occasional travel between schools, or between schools and central office, may be required.
Work Experience:
Custodial experience required, preferably in a school setting. One year or more experience in the direction and supervision of custodial personnel is preferred.
Highlands is an EOE.