Why did you become a school custodian / janitor
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- Why did you become a custodian? I bet by now you understand that it can be a very unappreciated job. As a custodian you not labeled as a failure. The title custodian can sometimes be looked at as oh that's nice. When people may really be think poor person there just a custodian. Well being a custodian is a very important job. You should never be ashamed of that. Being a custodian doesn't lab you as who you are as a person. I have been a custodian for over 20 years. The purpose of this channel is to share some of my knowledge with you. I remember the feeling when I first became a custodian. I was given a set of keys, a radio and a badge. Didn't get any training whatsoever. Being a custodian is not rocket scientist knowledge. There are definitely things that a custodian needs to know. I call it the art of the trade. Tips and tricks that can make the job much easier and enjoyable.
Being a commercial cleaner such as a custodian is much different than just cleaning at your home. from waxing floors, to making and following a schedule. Oh and I must add dealing with many issues and people. There is nothing special about me. I'm just your average guy out here doing the daily grind just like you. I'm one of those folks, what you see is what you get. I hope you find my channel useful and knowledgeable.That you will subscribe and hit the bell icon to get notification when new videos are posted.Thanks Mr.Jeff - แนวปฏิบัติและการใช้ชีวิต
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Thank you I always felt bad about telling people I am a custodian, I have been cleaning for about 8 years now. But I'm still learning new things everyday and love it. And night shift is great not having anybody over your shoulder just do the job and leave 👌
I took a 3 hour lunch a few days ago as a janitor
Is overnight the same thing
Be proud of your work, be the best and do the best. Look for companies that pay the best and have the best benefits.
I'm a custodian at a supermarket. I take pride in my work. With this virus going around I have one day off every 15 days because I have to. I not only clean and polish everything, but I joke around to put the customers at ease, bring in a small gift for my bosees and the other Janitors, and every christmas I decorate the trash bin and fill it with presents for all the employees and all the kids! You don't have this job to make money, you do it to make a difference! Thank you!
Absolutely for the making the difference! Love you charisma!
A janitor told me once.....
The person who does the best job works the least amount of hours........
Lol I need to try that!
being a custodian rocks its one of the only jobs you can just show up and do your work then go home no drama
Absolutely
It all depends the school you work at. Some schools, it's nothing but drama.
I am the eyes and ears of this institution.
HAHA
This video is so true. Thanks for putting this out there. I am a former State Correctional Officer and now a custodian for the past 10 years. I hated telling people I was now a custodian, but after thinking about all the positives of the job, I don't have a problem. The school district I work at is amazing!!! We have the best insurance benefits I've ever had!!! We pay nothing for our insurance and the insurance covers 100%. Working in the prison the insurance covered 80% while you pay the remaining 20% plus pay over $1000 a month to have insurance. Not the case now....free insurance and it covers 100%. Having every weekend and holiday off is also a great plus...something you don't get when working in a prison. To top it all off, I've been selected as school employee of the year this year!!! Something that would have never happed in the prison system. So for all you custodians out there, keep your head up, know you're providing an essential service and keep up the great work....it doesn't go unnoticed!!!
I am at a HS near me, past 12 years, have a big interview tomorrow at a college
Good luck to ya!
At first I was kind of embarrassed that I was applying for a custodian position but it doesn’t amount to the embarrassment I felt telling people I worked at a warehouse no health insurance no dental no vision no 401(k) just living paycheck to paycheck making $18.50 an hour and was taking a toll on my body broke my ankle at work now I have metal in my leg for the rest of my life and now I’m filled with extreme pride that I got the position I did at the school district full benefits 401(k) $21.65 starting pay A dollar raise every year paid holidays off with my family so now when someone asks what I do for a living I will be happy and proud to answer that I’m working for the school district
That’s Awesome!!!!
@@mrjeffthecustodian just wanted to thank you again for your videos and tips I’ll be watching them over and over again, you’re awesome!
Been a custodian for almost 4 years. LOVE this job. As you say, teachers and administration truly sucks a lot of times. But I got bodybuilding when I clock out every night.
There is no way people could keep the schools clean without the custodians..
I worked as a Home Health Aide, a Dairy Utility Worker, a Supermarket Cashier/Clerk, and a Transit Cleaner... but once I worked as a College Porter then as a Library Custodian it was those 2 particular occupations in educational institutions that had the greatest impact in my life, especially from a labor-union standpoint. I definitely agree with the job security point made in this video as well ~ ** $$$ **
I’ve been a high school custodian for 5 years. I was laid off from a longtime job at 50 years old. Not enough time to put in another 20 years but we’re vested in 5 years, money’s not that bad and it’s close to home. You are right there are a lot of politics though, not sure how I got in knowing no one.
I think a custodian is an admirable position to be held. Custodians are less appreciated than teachers and they have to deal with all the crap...literally. I really respect custodians, and I make it a point to talk with them whenever I see one
Thank you
bryan brooks Are you a custodian?
@@mnight207 Yes, for 13 years. Head custodian for 3 years.
bryan brooks Congrats. That’s awesome
@@mnight207 😊
I became a custodian for the postal service, I’m 20 and I chose it because I get good retirement and leave, great pay as well. And most of all I love hearing people tell me how much better the work area looks. It’s a humble job but the most rewarding!
Me too
Matt I wish I started at your age. Make sure you put in your tsp!
Hey fellow Postal Custodian here myself...been with Post office since January 2016 and worked part time as PSE for first 7 months then got really lucky and bumped up to PTR with 20 hrs/ week and did that for 4 yrs as well as picking up extra hrs at other offices during the week...then most recently found a full time custodial job at a new office and I absolutely love the job...ever since I started back in 2016! Pay is amazing!! And I'm still 7 yrs or so from my cap pay!!
Do you have to work at night?
@@mrjeffthecustodian I work day shift 7am-4pm Mon-Fri weekends off and 10 paid holidays...sick leave...vacation...benefits!
I am a night time constloden for an elementary school . The people behind the sceens don't understand what the constolden crew does .I been a constolden for 7 years. I take alot of pride of my work . In August will make my 8th year as a constolden. I am really enjoyed seeing the kids knowing that they will come in a clean school everyday
My job in a nursery ended, I needed a job. Seven weeks after applying I got a call. “Are you still interested “? “Yes”. I still remember the day when a teacher asked me “Did you clean my room last night”? At first I wanted to crawl under a rock. “Yes I did”. OMG she just couldn’t stop telling me how beautiful everything was. “You’re welcome”. I was no longer under a rock, and knew this is where I belong.
That’s awesome. Probably not use to good service.
I’m so damn happy man. So damn happy. Thanks for the video, I love how you did it in your cleaning closet/office.
Amen correct I absolutely love it!!! ❤
You're the sort of worker everyone should be. I love seeing people caring about the details and quality of their work. I'm the same way and you're definitely appreciated by some. Thank you.
Thank you for making the video. You seem like a wonderful person, and somebody has to clean up after everybody. I appreciate your efforts at making these videos. I'm sure you do a good job as a custodian, Mr. Jeff.
Thanks. I try to be a pretty good guy. I definitely have to stay in Gods word daily in myself I am nothing. I have cleaned some
Interesting things over the years. As far as making videosI enjoy it. It’s a challenge at times.
Preach it, Mr. Joe! My husband is an area manager for a janitorial company and I float to different jobs for him because I homeschool my kids and only want to work part-time. No one knows I have a college degree and have been a paid teacher to teach children online. I am shocked at how employees, including myself, are treated. Everyone should work in the service industry for awhile so they understand what it feels like. This work IS important. And as someone who is a teacher, I'm also shocked at the messes some teachers allow in their classrooms. We have to teach children to clean up after themselves as well! It's a life skill! I know teachers have a lot of pressure on them, and the children do as well, which is why I choose to homeschool. I would be so upset with my own children if they left messes like what I've seen for another human being to clean up. Love your videos Mr. Joe!
Thank you mr jeff your honest and I love your integrity
Got to keep it real!
Thanks for the video. Very honest
Here in Minneapolis, Minnesota...the custodians make more than the teachers. Close to twice as much
Seriously!
in wyomings school districts they get 14+ an hour starting
Wow! That would be awesome!
I love and respect you sir! I wish you were my boss. Respect!
Hi, I work as custodian at a elementary school , in FL, and I have never worked at a school cleaning , but I am trying , I admire all of your videos.! Keep it up . You are building confidence in me .
What part of Florida? Glad my vids help!
Thank you, I was ashamed. You made it make sense. Thank you.
This is so true. Don't forget we know all the secrets. Never had a day off through the pandemic. Worked more. Love my kids and teachers.
No body notices our job until we miss a spot!!
Told that right!
Hello. I just had an interview for custodian position and I really pray I get it . I been in retail 23 years and ready for the change .
Good luck!! Hopefully you will get it!
What is best to wash mop heads and dust mop heads with? Laundry soap, vinegar? I brought my first load home tonight 😆
Yes laundry soap with vinegar
@@mrjeffthecustodian ok thanks so very much! Have a blessed weekend 🙏
I’ve been working as a janitor at the gym for 3 weeks now it’s been tough but it’s been fun as well very laid back 👌🏾 this video makes me feel better
Glad it helped!
I’m currently a Class A Tanker Driver in California, but I lived in New Jersey before I moved here. One of the jobs I held was a Custodian in Gillette, NJ. I was at an elementary school. One of my most FAVORITE jobs ever! The night shift was fantastic!! Although, we did have some paranormal experiences there. I almost forgot about this. Have you ever had any ghostly encounters? I always TH-cam jobs I’ve done that I both enjoyed, and hated. That’s how I came across your channel. Not a bad job at all. 0 stress! NONE! Have an amazing day.
Big change from custodian to tanker. Yes awesome job. Especially since I am a custodian now. No stress what so ever. Pretty much my own boss.
Well said Brother Jeff 👍
First impressions.
You care!
Love that.
Your appreciated,
Know that.
Rock on!
12 years in myself.
Yes sir
Damn touched me!!!
I am sure that a lot of young, older people that are currently working as a Custodian will and can RELATE to this. man this was a great Vid, Is coming form the heart :-) I like it a lot !!! You really explained it very well & in detailed !!! I am in Northern NJ, I work for a Special Needs Middle/High School. I was first a Teacher Assistant, Then I got hurt where I tore my lateral Meniscus on the left Knee, The insurance was great... BUT as a TA, I was NOT able to cover my wife or future Children if I needed to. I honesty did not know that the pay... as a Custodian is better than when I was a TA.. That was a really nice/ cool surprise.
So yea Great job on this video man? I am 32 Year young.. In March I made 1 YEAR as a Custodian but 3 with the County. I am looking forward to many more years as a Custodian while I try to go to school during the Morning :-)
I enjoy working what I do.
Thanks
this is a great video, thank you so much for sharing your experience and wisdom with us. this was helpful for me because i am considering applying to jobs for a school custodian, where i live the pay is really good. the pay is more than what some teachers make! i love cleaning and i love physical labor, im passionate about providing a clean and safe environment for the public.
Go for it!
@@mrjeffthecustodian thank you, I just applied, I hope I get an interview
I am “underemployed” as a college grad, but I have social anxiety and Ocd-it works for me.
PREACH BROTHER. I had a job as a night time custodian at a church which I got from someone I knew. I usually cover about 20,000 sq feet once a week. It takes me a good 4 hours to cover the basics and then some detailing. After all the work and sweat, I'll still get complaints that nitpick some small thing that is out of my rotation for the week. The unappreciative sentiment is too real. They cut my job because they were going to change to a volunteer work by the church members. That lasted a couple years until everyone was sick of it and got a dose of empathy. I now have the job again.
I hope you got a pay raise.
Hi ,Jeff I love your videos. I became a school custodian because it was much easier on me, the previous job I had for twenty years was a physical job it was getting too hard on my body. I became a custodian back in 2018 and now I'm working for a school here in East Texas and our school only goes 4 days a week. When I first started our school was going five days a week. My hours is 1 to 9:30 Monday through Thursday. Friday's when there is no school we come in 7 to 3:30 pm.
I love being a custodian.
I'm a highschool custodian in SETexas. Wish we would go to 4 days.
I get off at 11:30 on Fridays. Love it!
I’m a custodial of 6 years and I look at is… I want my kids to learn in a clean environment. I love my job and the people I meet. Jeff just started watching your videos love them
Thanks
I can’t wait to do it sometime down the road
One of the most silliest things that you will see as School Custodian that some Schools will have more than necessary amount of cans outside.
- I can understand why they add lots of cans due to some Slacker Custodians in the past that didn't their job correctly i.e. emptying the cans almost daily.
i live in NJ. ive been very fortunate but life has been hard. My friend works at a very wealthy town high school pay is pretty good. Actually, its incredible. for 2 years ive been trying to get a job there. Well im happy to say July 1st 2024 i start as a full time custodian 2 years and 4 different interviews later an i finally got the job. Im so grateful. last year i made 39k before taxes thjats with a butt load of overtime. im starting at 55k and ill be apart of NJEA. IM FUCKING SET!
Each person in a school building, in their own way, is an EDUCATOR. That includes Custodian/Janitors.
If you work in a school building, in any capacity, your conduct, interactions, shape the future.
If I were in Jeff's capacity, I would occasionally share what I do with the pupils. If one wandered into my office or closet space, I'd greet them and show them a little of my work world.
Just watching the few Mr. Jeff videos that I have, has shaped the way I perform related tasks at the store I work in.
We are really in customer relations. We are there to service the people in our building. It’s surly not about us. As a person.
@@mrjeffthecustodian Still, our interactions, and how we interact, can have an impact on the up 'n coming.
Growing up, school in the 1980s, the janitor was there and always a good guy, I know his job was tough, especially now. After leaving my professional job from injury, I started helping my wife as a custodian, we are both new. We work together, part time, and in the late afternoon for about 3 to 5 hours, we can finish within that time. We are both mid 50s so we do not want long and hard work days, don't want to deal with the public, it has really turned into a great thing. The pay is quite low compared to my past work, very low for the job, I believe. But one needs to find the right building and company, and you will have a great job and career! It's not easy and there is a lot to learn but you will always have a job.
I’m in my mid 50 as well been a custodian for 23 years.
Custodians are the oil in the machine. Without the oil the machine can't function and move forward and break down.
your smart marrying a school district woman you probably have good dance moves
lol we where married before we ever went to work in the schools.
@@mrjeffthecustodian well your blessed because I worked 10yrs in the school district in Florida doing the same career as you and I had bad luck the district janitorial manager was a lady and she was asking me how to take apart and use the nobles speed scrubber it's like an army general asking a private first class how to use a gun😄 she most likely was an outside hiring
I started this week and just got done training for an elementary school. And Im alone at a school from 3:30-12:00am and i love it. Its a great job while I go to college and its very stable work. I work my section and the hallways. And its very routine. Id recommend the job to anyone wanting to go to school and work.
What did you do for that long of time? Did it take you the whole 8 hours to clean your section? Just wondering because I may be interested in a custodian position at elementary school as well.
@@danktrain2467 Ha funny you mention this, I’m at a middle school same district though. But generally I began with emptying trash, wiping tables, vacuuming running scrubber, fixing broken desks, plenty to do in an 8 hr shift. Theres plenty of extra things such as painting, foaming a bathroom, or just trying to keep closets stocked you can keep up on.
@@danktrain2467 elementary schools can be extremely messy, and extra messes can make your night very busy as well
@@nathanielhayslett6389 thank you for the info! First time being a custodian at a school ! I was a Dennys dishwasher so I’ve been around some nasty stuff and smelt some gnarly things! I’m sure i could do it !
@@danktrain2467 definitely, none of it is extremely difficult. And generally, i love the hours due to me being in college. I know when I’m going to work and get weekends and holidays which I can’t ask for much better as a student raising a daughter and supporting me and my wife
A nice video. I was a substitute custodian first for 6 months then became a full-time school custodian with good benefits in the southeastern state of Maryland. I’ve been doing it for over 8 years. I’ll be changing jobs soon but I can transfer my 8 + plus custodial time towards my government pension time in my next government job. The job can be tough at times physically, mentally, financially and socially but the work schedule, job security stability and benefits are good. I also do security officer work too as I actually have two jobs. I’m still young and healthy so I can handle it. I got a Master’s degree (in IT engineering) with three degrees total. I plan to leave the job later this year for a job that’s much more reflective of my education and overall skillset. My custodial job has helped me realize to respect custodians and what they do. I know many people look down on me when I tell them what I do for a living, especially women. It’s a job I respect but not a job I’ll miss when I leave it. 👌🏻
Good words. Good luck on your new job. You sound you have worked a plan and your in a position now to reap the benefits of your hard work.
@@mrjeffthecustodian Which state do you do custodial work in Jeff? Ever think about doing something else that’s easier, demands respect and pays a lot more? 👌🏻
I live in Bama. I love my job. I don’t care if folks pat me on the back or not. I am a blessed man. I’m home every night with my family. Pay ok I have never missed a meal. My house will be paid for in 17 months. So I’m good.
@@mrjeffthecustodian I haven’t been to Alabama in a while. I was in Cherokee, Bama once. Do custodians make good money down in Bama? After about 19 years in, I would think they pay at least $25 an hour.
In didn’t make that great in school system. I make pretty good at collage.
I’ve been a public school custodian for seven years, and have loved every single year of it!! I work the evening shift 2p to 10p.
It’s just annoying that when school is over a lot of teachers hang around and stay in their rooms and do stuff on their computers or chitchat with other teachers. I hate having to work around them, especially after school. So my question to you is, would you just go onto the next room or would you go into the classroom and do your thing and vacuum the carpet while teachers are still in their rooms?
I always went right on in. You got a job to do and you have a time limit. If it’s your time to be in there room be there. If they say skip me move on and don’t go back until it’s there time again. Got to have your boundaries. I don’t stress over it. You have a job to do just like they do.
@@mrjeffthecustodian thank you so much for the feedback!! You have just gotten yourself a new subscriber!
I look forward to all of your videos and picking your brain about things
I remember my first few months on the job...had kids ask who I was and one said just another uneducated worker that will be gone by next school year....I had previously had worked in the maintenance Dept at a casino and my youngest had health issues so I went and got my cdl and figured to drive a bus till I figured what I wanted to do...but ended up being custodian/bus driver..so I'm still there too lol at the job I got a year ago
I had rather work a physical job. Than be educated and working behind a desk.
Yeah I like the job alot...always something to do and expect the unexpected...
I'm the opposite: I was born physically compromised and weak, and for fifteen years since college I worked mostly sedentary office jobs, stuff I was good at. Problem was, I was a chronic job hopper, and now, at 51, my record is trashed, and my only option are more physical jobs, mainly in retail. I get teased a lot because I use a wooden dolly or a hand truck to move pieces of furniture that most of my co-workers, even one female, can lift on their own. But I've been where I am, through none other the the protection and grace of God, for seven years - the longest period in my life at one job.
My lesson: If you have a job that you both love and are good at, STICK TO IT, no matter what kind of jerk supervisors you one day have to work under, no matter what's happening in your personal life.
Well said
That's my fav line it's job security
Yes use it all the time.
It is a thankless job but ur hundred percent correct its job security. I do it for the work I take pride in my work I'm not in it to get acknowledgment from faculity. It makes ur day better when they do speak to you but it's ok when they don't. It would b nice to feel like we were part of their staff or team rather than separate or under eath them. We're all human trying to survive in this world. A job is a job, at least ur making money when so many just want a free hand out. I was cleaning houses b4 cleaning schools so I can say I prefer schools to houses any day. You just know what your walking into at the schools every day is about the same. I rather like the routine of it. I hope I can still be doing this type of work in my retirement years because I'm worried I won't get to "retire"
Hang in there!
Been doin this for 7 years now and I absolutely can’t stand being a custodian. I liked it for the first 3 years after that it’s been a pain in the rear. Pay is pretty stagnant. You don’t move up, at least at my school district you don’t. The benefits are great which helps for retirement. The pay is really good but the job is very unsatisfactory. I work at an elementary school. Yeah it’s an easy enough job. But I wouldn’t call this a very good career. Maybe if there was some chances to move up and challenge ourselves. But in my district you stay stagnant. Most of my custodial counterparts have been here 10 to 30 years now and even they say they hate this job, but they felt like that had to do it. I won’t lie this job makes me feel like this is as good as life gets.
If I where you. I would go find something you enjoy. A job is more than benefits and a pay check. You need to enjoy what you do. If not it will make you bitter.
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Because patient care was killing my entire soul…and my back. Been in the cleaning business off and on for over 20 years.
I want to have my own cleaning business after I retire. Kinda any ways.
I just started Custodian work last week and it's definitely a change from my previous department. The biggest struggle I'm having is finding the right shoes to keep my whole body from breaking. Any suggestions??
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My wife wears Brook’s.
do you have set hours? or are they all over the place?
Do you ever get trolls who talk mess about you career on the internet and in person? I currently work a restaurant and I’m ready to move on to another career path in the custodial industry. I’ve always had respect for custodians growing up when I was a kid in school. Anyways I’m looking forward to hearing more from you. Hope all is well!
I’m a loner pretty much. Rule number one about being a custodian if you want to keep loving your job. Keep your mouth shut and ears plugged. Don’t talk no trash don’t listen to no trash. Negative mess will cause you to dislike any job. So I eat lunch and take breaks alone. Custodian job is the best job I have ever had. I set my pace and just stay busy and it’s all good.
How much better or worse is your pay as a custodian then your pay as a substitute?
Sub from where I left from made almost as much as I did. Years ago sub pay was horrible.
Im 28 & Omw to a school custodial interview now
Knock it out of the park!
For the state benefits
Do you only do cleaning work or do you do maintenance/fixing things too?
We do lite maintenance. We use to do a lot more. Our schools are so big we really don’t have the time. We have a full time maintenance person at each school. Back in the day we had to fix a whole lot.
I carry a small tool pouch with me at my present job, with basic tools for light repairs - in second hand retail you get lots of wobbly chairs, or frayed speaker wire on used electronics, plus a tape measure because someone is always asking me to measure something if it'll fit their car, etc.
It saves me having to walk from wherever I am in our store to the custodial closet, to rummage through a tool tray whose contents vary by the day(!) One day they'll have three standard screwdrivers when I need a Philips, or vice-versa!
My pouch makes a little clunky noise when I walk, because it's lightly filled with just the tools I need, but management is used to it by now!
Save those foot steps. Have with you what you need. Very wise!
I want to become one in My area Peoria Illinois in the district I’m one at HYVEE
do you work weekends? do you work in the summer time?
No weekends. I work year around.
Middle school custodian in California 💰💳💵
Welcome to the channel
I want to be a custodian so I can finally sleep with a teacher! lol jk
My wife is a teacher .
How does one apply to be a school custodian? Also, do you get to be off when the school is closed for holidays? 🤔
Apply at local board of education. Holidays off are different from system to system.
Generally no you don't get off when school is out. There are federal holidays off, but def not summer, spring break, or Christmas
I am off now. Week two of 3. I built up vacation days over the years. I have never took this much vacation at once. Boy is it awesome!!
pension.
Is a substitute custodial job a good thing? Do they hire people permanent in some school districts?
That’s how I got hired. Started out that way. In our system we use a company called Spur. So they are not really school employees. Our system has not hired any full time custodians in years. I don’t think they ever intended to either. Sure has change since I started. If you can find a school system that you sub directly for them . Not a temp company you may have a chance.
@@mrjeffthecustodian Damn well at least I could put that I got experience in this. Trying to get this job cause I hear they are good for college students.
Go the the school district administration office and ask or go to the school districts website and look under careers.
During your time as a custodian, have you ever used a carpet cleaner that was built like a floor scrubber?
No. Do they make one?
Yes they do actually! A Tennant 1610 is an example of one.
i like what your saying
Any school system is broke please home school your kids
Needed benefits
I’m probably one of the youngest (substitute) custodians lol, i’m 16
Oh wow!! I have only had summer works at that age. I use to get out the f class in high school and help with lunch room and clean stadium after football games. No pay just was getting out of class.
@@mrjeffthecustodian that’s cool
Let me tell you something the custodian jobs in my city pay better, have more paid vacations, and have better benefits than teachers. So remember you have more job security than teachers.
Awesome
do you have a 401 k?
State retirement. No 401k. I also do a Roth IRA outside of school system.
Just got hired on and it’s awesome
Congrats