Custodian Job at Hillsborough County Public Schools in Brandon

Overview

The Custodian will perform daily cleaning, minor maintenance, yard duties, and assigned tasks in order to provide a clean and healthy learning environment in all school district facilities.

Responsibilities

• Sweeps, mops, scrubs, waxes, and burnishes floors, vacuums and shampoos carpets where applicable; cleans, sanitizes, and stocks restrooms; cleans and dusts surfaces as assigned; removes and disposes of waste daily; maintains clean custodial closets.
• Performs minor maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs and toilet seats, unclogging toilets, changing ceiling tiles, touching up paint, securing windows, delivering supplies, setting up for facility activities/meetings, and assembling/moving furniture.
• Follows lawn and facility maintenance tasks including mowing, weeding, weed-eating, edging, trimming, fertilizing, minor plant replacement, mulching, blowing sidewalks/curbs, watering, pressure washing, and graffiti removal as appropriate.
• Opens or closes and secures the facility (gates, doors, windows, alarm systems). Turns on/off lights and ensures grounds and facility are free of debris and hazards. Responds to emergencies by securing the perimeter.
• Performs duties independently and/or as part of a custodial crew; demonstrates tact and cooperation; maintains a positive outlook and supports co-workers.

Other Information

• Attendance, punctuality, and dependability: shows up on time and keeps absences within guidelines; ensures responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives on time for meetings and appointments.
• Job knowledge and professional development: competent in required job skills; able to learn and apply new skills; stays aware of current developments; requires minimal supervision.
• Personal appearance: dresses appropriately and maintains grooming; school board provided uniform daily.
• Safety & security: follows safety procedures; uses equipment properly; reports unsafe conditions.
• Teamwork: balances team and individual responsibilities; open to feedback; contributes to a positive team environment.

Equal Opportunity: The School Board policy ensures equal opportunity and does not discriminate on race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political beliefs, social/family background, disability, or age. The district provides preference in certain selections to veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

Experience and Qualifications

• One (1) year of increasingly responsible experience in large-scale housekeeping, custodial, or building and grounds maintenance.

Certificates/Licenses

• All new and current employees are encouraged to complete the Custodial Operations Career Advancement training program.

Skills

• Language: Reads and comprehends simple instructions and memos; writes simple correspondence; basic working English.
• Mathematical: Ability to add/subtract two-digit numbers; multiply/divide by 10s and 100s; use money, weight, volume, and distance measures.
• Reasoning: Applies common sense; handles standard situations with limited variables.
• Computer: Familiar with internal email and district website.

Physical Demands

• Physical activities: Standing, walking, sitting, climbing, stooping, kneeling, bending, reaching, handling, keyboarding, talking, hearing, vision, and related senses.
• Lifting: Up to 55 pounds; over 55 pounds with a two-person lift.
• Environmental: Noise, extreme temperatures, wet/humid conditions, cleaning chemicals; PPE as required; exposure to moving parts and electrical hazards.

All job postings close at 7:00 p.m. on the posted Closing Date. Applications must be submitted before this deadline.

All applicants must have an active application and must have received an active notification from the Application Center to be considered or interviewed for any posted position.