Full-time Day Porter and Custodian - School

Description

Full-time Day Porter and Custodian - School

Location: South Nashville, near Foster Avenue and Murfreesboro Pike (close to I-440)

Department: Custodial - ServiceFM LLC
Reports To: Facility Manager and Custodial Supervisor
Employment Type: Hourly (Non-Exempt)

Compensation: $17.00 per hour plus some benefits

Position Summary:

ServiceFM LLC is hiring a dependable and detail-oriented Full-Time Day Porter and Custodian to support daily custodial operations at a large middle and high school facility. The ideal candidate is proactive, takes pride in cleanliness, and is committed to maintaining a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained environment for students, staff, and visitors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform general custodial duties (cleaning, sanitizing, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, trash removal).
• Conduct routine inspections and ensure the cleanliness of restrooms, break rooms, and entrances.
• Perform floor and carpet maintenance throughout the year as needed, including routine cleaning, stripping, waxing, buffing, extraction, and deep cleaning during scheduled summer and other school breaks.
• Support event setups and breakdowns, including furniture moves.
• Help secure building entrances during shifts and report any safety or maintenance issues.
• Carry and respond to a two-way radio for service and emergency communication.
• Provide occasional support for weekend events with advance notice.

Work Schedule:

• Monday – Friday: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM (with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break)
• Total Hours: 40 hours per week
• Occasional overtime or weekend work may be required for special events

Requirements

Previous custodial or janitorial experience is required

• Consistent and reliable attendance, with strong punctuality
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and extended hours as needed (preferred)
• Must successfully pass a background check to work in a school environment
• Physically capable of performing labor-intensive tasks, including walking, bending, stretching, lifting up to 50 pounds, pulling, and pushing
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic, professionalism, and customer service mindset
• Works well independently and as part of a team
• Able to accurately track and log work hours using a smartphone or mobile device

Perks and Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including:
  • Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
  • Accident Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO): 1 week per year, accrued proportionally
• Custodian Incentive Bonus: Earn up to an additional $0.55/hour every 6 months based on performance
• Birthday Gift: $25 gift card on your birthday
• Employee Referral Bonus

Benefits Eligibility: Must work a minimum of 30 hours per week. Coverage begins after 60 days of employment.

Company Description

ServiceFM LLC (SFM) is a leading facility management company that has proudly served non-profit organizations across Middle Tennessee since 1998. Our reputation is built on delivering outstanding customer service, knowledgeable solutions, reliable results, and meaningful career opportunities for our employees.

We take pride in creating an efficient and supportive work environment—one that offers both challenge and purpose.

Learn more about our team and culture:
Instagram: @sfmservice
Website: www.sfmservice.com

SFM participates in E-Verify.