What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian (Galloway) position at Mesquite ISD?
- To follow routine cleaning and maintenance procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds which provide for an attractive and comfortable place in which to learn and develop.
- Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures
- Display dependability and punctuality.
- Exhibit excellent communication with school personnel and public.
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications appropriate and acceptable by the administration of MISD
- Buffer, wet/dry vacuum, ladder, carpet cleaning machinery, and hand tools.
- None
- Plan work schedule according to direction of building administration.
- Maintain a program of preventive maintenance to ensure the comfort, health, and safety of students and staff.
- Assume responsibility for opening and closing the building each school day.
- Establish procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.
- Develop and maintain a cleaning schedule that will include the cleaning of floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
- Keep the school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas neat and clean.
- Observe and inform supervisor of safety hazards.
- Maintain an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and order additional supplies as needed.
- Move furniture or equipment within the building as directed by the principal.
- Follow all safety codes and standards.
- Assist visiting public utilizing the facilities with directions within building and in obtaining and setting up needed equipment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- None
- Reading and comprehending simple instructions both written and oral.
- Writing simple required reports.
- Strenuous walking, standing, and/or climbing.
- Frequent heavy lifting and carrying of up to 45-50 lbs.
- Exposure to hot and cold temperatures.
- Exposure to dust, toxic chemicals, and materials.
- Walking on slippery or uneven walking surfaces.
- Occasional work on ladders.
- Working alone.
JobID: 3027
Position Type:
Auxiliary - Custodial/Custodial
Auxiliary - Custodial/Custodial
Date Posted:
3/24/2026
3/24/2026
Location:
Galloway Elementary School
Galloway Elementary School
Auxiliary Compensation Plan
Salary Range: Mesquite ISD - Compensation Plans
Shift Type: Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Custodial Supervisor
EMPLOYMENT BEGINS: As soon as possible
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The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Retirement Plan