Custodian

Description

Position: Custodian 

Location: Adventure Christian School

Reports to: Custodial Supervisor

FSLA: Non-exempt

Job Status: Part-Time

Position Overview

The School Custodian plays an essential role in maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly campus environment for students, staff, and visitors. This entry-level position supports daily school operations through custodial services, cleaning, basic equipment operation, and campus security procedures. The ideal candidate takes pride in maintaining facilities that support learning and community.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Custodial Services and Cleaning

• Keep classrooms, offices, and building areas clean, sanitary, and orderly.
• Sweep, scrub, mop, wax, and buff floors.
• Vacuum rugs and carpets.
• Clean, dust, and polish cabinets, furniture, woodwork, and metal surfaces.
• Empty, clean, and sanitize waste receptacles.
• Clean restrooms, stairways, elevators, hallways, lobbies, offices, and classrooms.
• Clean ceilings, walls, windows, window shades, and light fixtures.
• Refill lavatory, restroom, and housekeeping supplies as needed.

Equipment & Campus Support

• Operate custodial equipment and machinery, including scrubbers, buffers, and waxers.
• Use cleaning supplies and equipment safely and according to guidelines.
• Assist with general custodial services and campus setup needs.

Safety & Security

• Turn off lights and secure facilities by locking doors and windows.
• Report maintenance issues, safety concerns, or supply needs to the Custodial Supervisor.
• Follow all safety procedures and school policies.

General Duties

• Work cooperatively with custodial staff and school personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support school operations.

Mission Critical Responsibilities

• Have received Jesus Christ as their personal Savior.
• Believe that the Bible is God’s Word and standard for faith and daily living.
• Be in whole-hearted agreement with the Adventure Christian School’s Statement of Faith.

Requirements

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform physical tasks including standing, walking, bending, lifting, and carrying up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
• Willingness to learn custodial procedures, equipment operation, and safety protocols.

Preferred

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous custodial, janitorial, or facilities experience.
• Familiarity with custodial equipment and cleaning products.

Primary Strengths

• Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented.
• Takes pride in maintaining a clean and orderly environment.
• Team-oriented with a positive, service-minded attitude.
• Trustworthy and respectful in a school setting.

Time Commitment

• Part-time
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings as needed.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.