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3rd Shift Custodian
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What they do
A Janitor or Cleaner provides cleaning and basic maintenance in buildings such as schools, offices, stores, hospitals or hotels. Cleans and polishes floors, removes trash, vacuums carpets, washes windows, cleans bathrooms, stocks building supplies such as light bulbs and paper towels and performs minor repairs as needed. Holds keys for rooms and building entrances and locks or unlocks them as needed.
$35,662 / year median in Pennsylvania
+6% projected growth
Job Description
True Openings as of 8/31/2026 3rd
Shift Custodian JobID:
703Position Type:
Classified/ Custodian Date Posted:
8/31/2026Location:
Muhlenberg High School Closing Date:
Until filledMuhlenberg School District TITLE:
Inside Custodian DATE:
October 10, 2023CLASSIFICATION:
Classified REVISED:
October 10, 2023REPORTS TO:
Building Services/Custodial SupervisorFLSA STATUS
Non-ExemptLOCATION
Muhlenberg School District CampusJOB SUMMARY
Performs custodial maintenance duties, including dusting, mopping, finishing and buffing floors, vacuuming and shampooing carpets, cleaning and restocking restrooms.PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Daily check of floor cleaning equipment. Trash pickup and disposal. District mail and bank runs. Grass cutting, shrub trimming, mulching, weeding, fertilizing, etc. Custodial/cleaning duties of field houses, dug outs, press boxes, locker room lavatories, and concession stands. Snow removal- including all District roadways, walking paths, turn around, sidewalks and play area.
QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Knowledge of operation of power cleaning equipment. Must have current valid PA Driver's license. Must be available to work flexible hours as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Previous custodial experience preferred. Submission of pre-employment medical examination (Section 148 of the Pennsylvania School Code). Submission of a report of criminal history record from the Pennsylvania State Police (Section 111 of the Pennsylvania School Code). Submission of a clearance report from the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare in accordance with Act 151 of 1994. Submission of the FBI Criminal History Record in accordance with Act 114 of 2006 Submission of sexual misconduct/abuse disclosure release form in accordance with Act 168 of 2014. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Able to climb a 12 foot ladder, scaffolding, and vertical lifts without restrictions. Able to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, and reach overhead. Ability to work independently. Able to raise or lower objects from one level to another. Able to carry objects (up to 50 lbs.) in arms or by other appropriate means. Able to use hands and arms to reach and pick up objects. Able to push and pull. Ability to walk or be on feet for extended periods of time. Able to travel inside or outside the District as necessary for work related tasks.SENSORY ABILITIES
Visual acuity Auditory acuityWORK ENVIRONMENT
School environment including outside exposure to elements.TEMPERAMENT
Must possess excellent interpersonal skills Must be able to work with students, staff, and the community Must be cooperative, congenial, and service-oriented Must be able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions Must be able to understand and maintain confidentialityCOGNITIVE ABILITY
Ability to follow written and verbal directions Ability to read and write Ability to communicate effectively Ability to organize tasks Ability to handle multiple tasks Ability to exercise good judgmentSPECIFIC SKILLS
Computer proficient This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer. Attachment(s): Custodian Email To A Friend Print Version Postings current as of 8/31/2026 11:56:00 PM CST. Powered by Aspex Solutions- AppliTrack, Applicant Tracking for Educators. Online Job Employment Applications, Web Based Employment Applications for School Districts and Educational Institutions
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