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.
Custodian
Covington ISD
Covington ISD - Covington, Texas This job is also posted in ESC Region 12
Job Details
Job ID:
5901872
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Sep 1, 2026
Job Description
Primary Purpose:
Clean and maintain district facilities using routine procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.
Qualifications:
Preferred but not required - High school diploma or GED
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures
Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance
Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment
Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies
Experience:
Preferred but not required
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Cleaning
1.Maintain a cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
2.Keep school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas, neat and clean.
3.Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.
4.Assist in maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional supplies as needed.
Maintenance and Repair
5.Assist with lunchroom set up, including arranging tables and chairs.
6.Perform preventive maintenance to ensure the comfort, health, and safety of students and staff. Make minor building repairs as needed and report major repair needs to principal.
7.Assist in setting up facilities for special events.
Safety
8.Assist with opening and closing building each school day checking to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during hours of building occupancy. Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.
9.Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.
10.Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
11.Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis
Environment:
Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours
Mental Demands:
Maintain emotional control under stress
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
To apply, please complete the "Employment Application for Service and Support Personnel" located on our website at www.covingtonisd.org under Employment, "Support Staff Applicants" tab. You may bring your completed application to the high school office Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:30 and 4:00 or email it to lisa.nivens@covingtonisd.org.
