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Custodian
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Posted:
27 September 2026 (8 hours ago)
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Application Deadline:
25 December 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
The School Janitor provides custodial services at the assigned site; ensuring an attractive sanitary and safe environment for students staff and visitors. The School Janitor is an important part of the FLACS family working to assure the readiness of FLACS schools. Under the supervision of the buildings Principal Head Custodians and Network Supervisor who will provide an annual evaluation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Clean assigned facilities and/or grounds (e.g. classrooms offices gym restrooms multipurpose rooms grounds etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary safe and attractive environment while adhering to maximum safety procedures.
- Move books files boxes furniture etc.
- Clean and sterilize all high-use areas to reduce the spread of bacteria and any other harmful agents.
- Travel to nearby schools or warehouses/storage as required.
- Perform maintenance of the building such as drywall repairs; minor carpentry; classroom furniture; replacing light bulbs & fixtures; painting projects; ceiling tile replacement; playground maintenance athletic areas grounds repairs; equipment audits building inspections; safety issues repairs; small landscaping projects; additional items as they arise.
- Participate in meetings workshops training and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.
- Maintain exterior of the sites including snow/ice removal trash removal etc. as needed.
- Carry handheld radio at all times while on school property if assigned by Supervisor.
- Follow federal and state laws as well as company policies.
- Report and assist with all emergency situations as needed.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Professional Responsibilities:
- Uphold the FLACS mission core beliefs and educational philosophy.
- Reflect on their practice and be a lifelong learner to improve effectiveness and guide professional growth.
- Engage and collaborate with colleagues and the community to develop and sustain a common culture that supports high expectations.
- Display evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player.
- Maintains excellent time and attendance.
Qualifications:
- Minimum high school graduate required with continuing education construction or facilities related preferred but not required.
- Very good physical condition and strength. Has the ability to lift 35 lbs.
- Attention to detail and conscientiousness.
- Proven experience as custodian janitor or in a similar role.
- Nurturing spirit and welcoming personality.
- NYS fingerprint clearance.
- Knowledge of the use and maintenance of industrial cleaning equipment and appliances knowledge of safe disposal of chemical liquids and other hazardous components and familiarity with basic landscaping and handyman practices is preferred.
Apply for this position by sending your resume to: Re: Janitor Position
It is the policy of FLACS to provide educational and employment opportunities without regard to race color religion creed national origin alienage and citizenship status age marital status disability sexual orientation gender (sex) or prior record of arrest or convictions (except as provided by law) and to maintain an environment free of discriminatory harassment including sexual harassment or retaliation as required by civil rights law.
