Custodian - Part Time - Patterson Elementary School

• Forbes named Mesa Public Schools in their list of 2024 Best Employers in Arizona.
  
• East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.
  

$16.87

A12, 12 months

None

Available annually

1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten-year maximum

1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

To perform custodial duties as required by district standards; to maintain the cleanliness and safe conditions of a school environment.

This section outlines the primary duties and key responsibilities required for this role, detailing the essential tasks and functions necessary to perform the job successfully, with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Perform custodial duties as required by district standards
  
• Perform many diversified tasks each day to maintain the cleanliness and safe condition of the schools
  
• Operate custodial power equipment
  
• Assist in moving equipment and furniture as required
  
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
  
• Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools
  

To be eligible for this position, an applicant must meet the following required qualifications. Verification of these required qualifications is necessary.

• Working knowledge and experience of custodial equipment, supplies, and proper cleaning procedures
  

It is preferred that the applicant possess the following preferred qualifications; however, the following qualifications are not required to be eligible for this position.

• High School education or GED preferred
  

This section outlines the critical skills and competencies required to excel in this role, enabling effective performance, adaptability, and consistent achievement of job responsibilities.

• Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate
  
• Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community
  
• Ability to work independently, under pressure and follow directions
  
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor as required
  
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with staff members
  
• Satisfactory work record
  
• Ability to communicate effectively
  

This section outlines the work environment and physical conditions associated with this role. It includes information on whether the job involves working in an office, classroom, or other settings, and if there are physical activities like standing, walking, or lifting.

• Custodians work inside classrooms, hallways, restrooms, gymnasiums, cafeterias, and offices, as well as outside maintaining school grounds
  
• Schools can be bustling with students, teachers, and activities, requiring custodians to navigate through crowds and maintain order
  
• Frequent use of cleaning solutions, disinfectants, and floor treatments requires proper safety precautions
  
• May work special events at school including week-ends
  
• May be exposed to high temperatures when working outside
  
• Ability to lift approximately 50 pounds
  

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.