Apr 17, 2026
Job Description
CLOSING DATE:
04/26/2026 04:00 PM
POSITION TITLE:
D2 YARDMAN (Short-Term)
*** ONLY CURRENT APS CUSTODIAL EMPLOYEES MAY APPLY ***
Outside candidates or non D schedule employees please apply to the Substitute Custodian (Full Time Position) position that is posted under job type Custodian.
Maintains a clean and safe environment at the assigned location for students, APS staff and the community.
Incumbent must achieve the following outcomes with or without reasonable accommodation:
- Cleans all areas as directed by an immediate supervisor according to established procedures.
- Ensures custodial work is performed efficiently and safely and that resulting work improves the safety and cleanliness of all areas.
- Complies with local laws and APS procedures for the storage and disposal of supplies, chemicals, trash and waste; safely handles chemicals according to chemical directions and APS policy.
- Sweeps and mops floors, walkways, steps and porches and de-ices and shovels snow on walkways as needed.
- Performs minor maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs and tubes, unplugging plumbing fixtures and other similar duties.
- Notifies immediate supervisor regarding emergencies, graffiti and other vandalism on property.
- Opens and closes gates and buildings, examines and inspects doors, windows, buildings and property.
- Safeguards assigned keys and ensures the security of grounds; provides notification to APS police of departure time of working night shift and other security concerns.
- Moves limited furniture, supplies and equipment as necessary and requests assistance as needed.
- Properly maintains, transports, and stores custodial equipment, supplies and chemicals according to APS policy; notifies supervisors of need for supply and equipment replacement.
- Sets up/takes down tables, chairs, and bleachers and related duties as instructed by immediate supervisor.
- Reports any accidents, hazardous situations or malfunctioning equipment to appropriate personnel as soon as possible.
- Waters plants, mows lawns, trims shrubs, cuts weeds, rakes and performs other outdoor duties as assigned; operates and handles all equipment, tools and supplies in a safe manner.
- Provides service for emergency work or overtime as needed.
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE:
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Flexibility, organization, decision-making and problem solving skills.
- Interpersonal skills with diverse populations in-person and on the telephone.
- Ability to meet deadlines and work within established schedules.
- Completion of the custodial training program; all custodians are also required to complete a mandatory APS asbestos awareness training.
- Ability to communicate effectively in written form; ability to read written instructions on labels, work orders, memos, schedules, and instructions from school personnel.
- Must have basic math abilities related to the performance of essential functions.
- Ability to measure and accurately use measuring devices.
- Ability to work well independently, as well as part of a team.
- Ability to identify emergency situations and report to appropriate personnel.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Two years experience in custodial operations.
- Valid New Mexico driver’s license with insurable driving record.
- Completion of the custodial training program; all custodians are also required to complete a mandatory APS asbestos awareness training.
Contact: Lorena Burrows at 5052657741 / lorena.burrows@aps.edu
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