25-26 - Sherman - Custodial Worker I - 1.0 FTE
Madison Metropolitan School District, Madison, WI, United States
Building Services
Sherman Middle
Compensation:
27.56 - 27.56
Employment Type:
Non-Exempt
Initial Deadline for Internal Applicants:
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Hours of Employment:
Mon - Fri 4PM - 12AM
Purpose Of The Position
Under general supervision, performs custodial services required to maintain assigned school buildings and adjacent ground areas in a clean, orderly, and safe condition.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Perform cleaning and maintenance tasks aligned to District standards for various interior/exterior building fixtures, including all flooring, restrooms, ceilings, and wall surfaces in classrooms, hallways, gyms, offices, cafeterias, and nurses stations, and remove all trash and recycling.
Refill necessary supplies, including paper products, throughout the building, including custodial carts and storage areas.
Assist in loading and unloading with various building deliveries.
Process room moves and teacher requests.
Willingness to learn and ability to process building permits.
Set‑up, take‑down, and clean building events and permit holders.
Complete minor preventive maintenance including lamp replacement, dispenser installation, custodial equipment repair, lockers, window latches, door hinges, and washing windows.
Perform outdoor duties including trash pick‑up, landscaping, mowing, string trimming, snow removal, ice removal, salting, sanding, and other seasonal maintenance.
Safety and security duties including reporting safety and fire hazards, arming security systems, security checks of buildings and grounds, turning out lights, locking all windows and doors.
Communicate information and receive requests from school staff, the public, students, and others related to custodial services.
Provide quality customer service and communication to support staff and students.
Dress appropriately per Employee Handbook section 3.29, with Photo I.D. visible.
Work varied shifts as assigned as needed.
Review, enter and sign off tasks for completion (e.g., work orders, preventative maintenance) in EAM as required.
Carry and respond to any assigned district‑provided communication devices (e.g., phones, radio).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and to take initiative and prioritize the completion of assigned tasks.
Ability to communicate and work effectively and professionally with and serve school district personnel, students, and the community.
Ability to lead others and share knowledge related to job duties.
Ability to clearly communicate in English for emergency response situations.
Ability to learn and navigate current software.
Knowledge and appropriate use of cleaning materials, solutions, and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
Successful completion of custodial trainee program.
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and reliable means of transportation.
Experience working cross‑culturally and/or a commitment to work toward one’s own cultural competence.
Experience working independently, in teams, and leading others.
Physical And Sensory Requirements
This job is physically demanding – medium to heavy work.
Constant standing, walking, and moving with frequent pushing and pulling of loads up to 70+ pounds.
Frequent bending, stooping, lifting loads up to 50+ pounds, and repetitive movements with both hands.
Frequent sitting, driving, climbing ladders and stairs up to 10 ft, hand‑to‑head reach, and verbally communicating.
Environmental Adaptability
Ability to work under generally safe and comfortable conditions where exposure to environmental factors is minimal.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person(s) assigned to this position.
Working Conditions
Work may require travel to different locations within the district and to off‑site meetings.
Position may require working evenings, nights, and some weekends.
School‑based positions are required to be in‑person unless otherwise directed by the building principal.
The Madison Metropolitan School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to seek a diverse and talented workforce. We encourage veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities to apply. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship. You must apply on our career page to be considered for this opportunity.
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Sherman Middle
Compensation:
27.56 - 27.56
Employment Type:
Non-Exempt
Initial Deadline for Internal Applicants:
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Hours of Employment:
Mon - Fri 4PM - 12AM
Purpose Of The Position
Under general supervision, performs custodial services required to maintain assigned school buildings and adjacent ground areas in a clean, orderly, and safe condition.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Perform cleaning and maintenance tasks aligned to District standards for various interior/exterior building fixtures, including all flooring, restrooms, ceilings, and wall surfaces in classrooms, hallways, gyms, offices, cafeterias, and nurses stations, and remove all trash and recycling.
Refill necessary supplies, including paper products, throughout the building, including custodial carts and storage areas.
Assist in loading and unloading with various building deliveries.
Process room moves and teacher requests.
Willingness to learn and ability to process building permits.
Set‑up, take‑down, and clean building events and permit holders.
Complete minor preventive maintenance including lamp replacement, dispenser installation, custodial equipment repair, lockers, window latches, door hinges, and washing windows.
Perform outdoor duties including trash pick‑up, landscaping, mowing, string trimming, snow removal, ice removal, salting, sanding, and other seasonal maintenance.
Safety and security duties including reporting safety and fire hazards, arming security systems, security checks of buildings and grounds, turning out lights, locking all windows and doors.
Communicate information and receive requests from school staff, the public, students, and others related to custodial services.
Provide quality customer service and communication to support staff and students.
Dress appropriately per Employee Handbook section 3.29, with Photo I.D. visible.
Work varied shifts as assigned as needed.
Review, enter and sign off tasks for completion (e.g., work orders, preventative maintenance) in EAM as required.
Carry and respond to any assigned district‑provided communication devices (e.g., phones, radio).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and to take initiative and prioritize the completion of assigned tasks.
Ability to communicate and work effectively and professionally with and serve school district personnel, students, and the community.
Ability to lead others and share knowledge related to job duties.
Ability to clearly communicate in English for emergency response situations.
Ability to learn and navigate current software.
Knowledge and appropriate use of cleaning materials, solutions, and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
Successful completion of custodial trainee program.
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and reliable means of transportation.
Experience working cross‑culturally and/or a commitment to work toward one’s own cultural competence.
Experience working independently, in teams, and leading others.
Physical And Sensory Requirements
This job is physically demanding – medium to heavy work.
Constant standing, walking, and moving with frequent pushing and pulling of loads up to 70+ pounds.
Frequent bending, stooping, lifting loads up to 50+ pounds, and repetitive movements with both hands.
Frequent sitting, driving, climbing ladders and stairs up to 10 ft, hand‑to‑head reach, and verbally communicating.
Environmental Adaptability
Ability to work under generally safe and comfortable conditions where exposure to environmental factors is minimal.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person(s) assigned to this position.
Working Conditions
Work may require travel to different locations within the district and to off‑site meetings.
Position may require working evenings, nights, and some weekends.
School‑based positions are required to be in‑person unless otherwise directed by the building principal.
The Madison Metropolitan School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to seek a diverse and talented workforce. We encourage veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities to apply. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship. You must apply on our career page to be considered for this opportunity.
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