Guest (Substitute) Custodian 2026-2027

• →Must be able to work at least 15 assignments per school semester and follow through with all accepted assignments.
• →Perform daily duties that may include, but not limited to: 
  • →Dust all flat surfaces
  • →Empty wastebaskets
  • →Empty pencil sharpeners
  • →Sweep floors
  • →Straighten desks
  • →Mop and/or spot mop
  • →Clean equipment and replacing supplies
  • →Clean and service restrooms
  • →Sweep assigned hallways, stairs and landings
  • →Lower flag if necessary
  • →Clean gym, locker room and auditorium
  • →Assist with the clean-up of the lunchroom
• →Perform weekly duties, which may include, but not limited to:
  • →Buff
  • →High dusting
  • →Carpet spotting
  • →Replace light bulbs as needed
  • →Clean whiteboards
  • →Strip, seal and wax floors
  • →Wash walls and furniture
  • →Clean carpets
• →Perform energy management functions such as:
  • →Turn off daylights and/or turn on night-lights
  • →Turn off water in urinals
  • →Unplug water fountains
  • →Other items requested by the supervisor as found in the energy management guidelines
• →Consult with Supervising Building Custodian and/or Head Custodian relating to school activities and community use of building and arrange needed services and cleaning
• →Respond to office and staff request (including set-up of TV, VCR, audio systems, etc.)
• →Report building maintenance needs or supplies and equipment needs to Supervising Building Custodian and/or Head Custodian
• →Secure building - check windows, doors, lights and turn on security system before leaving building
• →Remove marks from floors and graffiti from walls as needed
• →Spray buff hard surface floors as requested
• →Perform duties relating to recycling as requested
• →Respond to emergencies in an appropriate manner
• →Perform other duties as necessary or requested by the Head Custodian or Administration

• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, or snow
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, solvents and contaminated trash, grasses, pollens, etc.
• Must meet the required level on the Physical Capacity Profile (PCP), which will require you to be able to climb stairs and/or ladders, exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly, have the ability to squat, bend, stoop, reach, push and pull

• Ability to communicate both verbally and written in order to communicate with others inside and outside of the organization for the purpose of giving and obtaining information
• Ability to communicate effectively with a Supervisor when their discretion is needed
• Ability to perform as an effective team player
• Ability to plan, organize, make decisions and prioritize work to meet the daily demands of the building 
• Exhibit a professional manner and a positive attitude
• Use good judgment to make decisions on recurring assignments
• Display a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality
• Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
• Knowledge of company’s mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them
• Knowledge of asbestos information
• Knowledge of mechanical operations

• Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors
• Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks
• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy
• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues
• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service

• In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave
• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee’s supervisor or building administrator
• All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Must pass the Physical Capacity Test (PCP)

FLSA Status: Non-exempt